Two things.
Number one, pop culture now sometimes makes it seem like every 14 year old gay boy is flying out of the closet without a care in the world. Some are. And that’s INCREDIBLE. But many are not. So let’s remember that.
I do not excuse or agree with Colton’s past behavior towards Cassie, or anyone else he may have hurt for that matter. However, I am happy to know another LGBTQ+ person is learning to love & accept themselves. Especially, despite their unaccepting religious upbringing ❤️🌈 ❤️
NEW: @ClaireEFallon and I break down exactly why that Chris Harrison interview with @TheRachLindsay was so insulting and utterly out of touch. https://t.co/emxXmIXnMQ
Until we see action to address the systemic racism within the franchise, the casting news today is equivalent to the trend of posting a black box on your social media account without other steps taken to dismantle the systems of injustice.
“Congrats again on making it this far. You’re all great singers! But if you aren’t ready to get married I don’t ever want to see your faces again, is that clear?” #ListenToYourHeart
Can Rudi just perform alone singing these Lizzo lyrics
“You coulda had a bad bitch, non-committal
Help you with your career just a little
You're 'posed to hold me down, but you're holding me back
And that's the sound of me not calling you back”
#ListenToYourHeart