Hozier confirms relationship with Hana Mayeda, defends her against online harassment

Hozier confirms his relationship with Hana Mayeda and defends her against online harassment


Pop Culture & Art September 03, 2024
Image: Reuter/Rory Lewis

Hozier, the celebrated Irish musician known for hits like "Take Me to Church" and "Eat Your Young," has officially confirmed his relationship with model Hana Mayeda while also addressing online harassment aimed at her. The confirmation came after fans speculated about their relationship when Mayeda posted vacation photos on Instagram, with one image appearing to show Hozier in the background.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

A post shared by H a n a M a y e d a ◈ (@hanamayeda)

A fan commented on Mayeda’s post, asking, "Is that Hozier in slide 3?" Hozier responded directly, writing: "Hi guys. Andrew here, the guy who wrote that song! It's about waiting for lockdown to end. Now that's out of the way, it'd feel really good if you could refrain from carrying out a conversation like this on my gf's personal page. It's entirely baseless, and feels as insensitive and disrespectful as it would for anyone else. I cherish the privacy we aim to keep for ourselves and I hope you can support that. Thank you."

Hozier’s public defense of Mayeda highlights his commitment to protecting their privacy, a stance he has consistently maintained throughout his career. Despite his public persona, Hozier has rarely shared details about his personal life, making this a significant moment for his fans. The relationship between Hozier and Mayeda had previously been kept under wraps, and this confirmation marks one of the few times Hozier has spoken out about his private life.

Mayeda, who has modeled for brands like American Eagle Outfitters and Covergirl, acknowledged Hozier’s comment with a heart, further solidifying their relationship. Despite her growing following on social media, Mayeda has also kept a relatively low profile, aligning with Hozier’s desire for privacy.

 

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