Finneas sparks controversy with on-stage kiss, internet reacts with accusations of queer baiting

Finneas sparks controversy after kissing his guitarist on stage during a Brooklyn concert


Pop Culture & Art October 15, 2024
Courtesy: @finneas on Instagram

Finneas, the Grammy-winning singer-songwriter and brother of Billie Eilish, has sparked controversy after a video of him kissing his guitarist during a concert in Brooklyn went viral online. The incident has led to accusations of queer baiting, with many social media users expressing their outrage and confusion.

According to reports, Finneas performed his hit song "1 True Love" at the Warsaw Concerts in Brooklyn on October 12, and at one point, he kissed his guitarist on stage. The moment was captured on video by audience members and quickly spread on social media.

Many users on X (formerly known as Twitter) reacted with shock and outrage, with some accusing Finneas of queer baiting. One user, @ipodbake, asked, "So now he's queerbaiting too?" while another user, @PopCrave, compared Finneas to his sister Billie Eilish, who has been open about her attraction to women.

Finneas' sister Billie Eilish has been open about her attraction to women, and some users are drawing comparisons between the two siblings. In a recent interview with Vogue, Eilish expressed her frustration and regret over talking about her sexuality, saying, "I wish no one knew anything about my sexuality or anything about my dating life. Ever, ever, ever."

The incident has sparked a heated debate online, with some users defending Finneas and others accusing him of using the kiss as a publicity stunt. As the controversy continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how Finneas will respond to the accusations.

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