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In a surprising revelation at the Variety Hitmakers Brunch, global pop sensation Billie Eilish confirmed her queer identity during a red carpet interview. The singer expressed her surprise at the public's apparent lack of awareness regarding her sexual orientation, stating that she thought it was "obvious."
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Eilish initially touched upon her attraction to women in her November Variety profile, where she candidly shared, “I’m physically attracted to [women]. But I’m also so intimidated by them and their beauty and their presence.”
During the recent red carpet interview, she clarified that her earlier statement was not intended as a formal announcement. "I didn’t [know I was coming out], but I kinda thought, wasn’t it obvious?" she remarked. "I didn’t realize people didn’t know."
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With a touch of humor, Eilish commented on her unintentional revelation, saying, “I’m still scared of [women], but I think they’re pretty. I saw the article, and I was like, ‘Oh, I guess I came out today!’ I just don’t really believe in [coming out]. I’m just like, why can’t we just exist? I’ve been doing this for a long time, and I just didn’t talk about it.”
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Emphasizing her support for the LGBTQ+ community, Eilish stated, “It’s exciting to me because I guess people didn’t know, so it’s cool that they know...I am for the girls.”
The artist, known for her chart-topping hits and unique style, further reflected on her past relationships, including rapper Brandon Adams (7:AMP) and, more recently, Jesse Rutherford, the lead singer of The Neighbourhood. Billie Eilish's openness about her identity adds another layer to her public persona, encouraging a broader conversation about acceptance and visibility within the entertainment industry.
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