"Don't Sex Shame Me" - Troye Sivan hits back at Grindr blind item
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Singer and actor Troye Sivan is not here for the homophobic speculation surrounding his upcoming tour with Charli XCX.
A recent blind item rumour suggested that Sivan's primary motivation for touring was to use Grindr, a popular dating app for gay men, at each stop. Sivan took to social media to address the rumor, stating:
"Straight people are getting way too comfortable […] that’s genuinely homophobic. Don’t sex shame me. I don’t need to travel the country to get laid.”
Troye Sivan responds to blind item rumor that says he’s only touring with Charli xcx to hit Grindr at every stop:
“Straight people are getting way too comfortable […] that’s genuinely homophobic. Don’t sex shame me. I don’t need to travel the country to get laid.” pic.twitter.com/LACoxxoXGg
Sivan's response highlights the casual homophobia that often underlies gossip and speculation about LGBTQ+ individuals. The rumor not only perpetuates harmful stereotypes about gay men but also attempts to diminish Sivan's professional accomplishments by reducing his tour to a series of hookups.Fans and fellow artists have rallied around Sivan, praising his directness in addressing the rumor and calling out the underlying homophobia. The incident serves as a reminder of the ongoing challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals in navigating public scrutiny and the importance of speaking out against prejudice and discrimination.