Paris Jackson clapped back at news outlets for reporting on her sexuality
On July 14th, model and activist Paris Jackson discussed her sexuality with fans via an Instagram Q&A session. And although she’s been open about the fact that she’s attracted to both men and women for years, news outlets began running stories about her “coming out.” Jackson, in turn, clapped back, noting that not only is the information irrelevant, but it’s “old news.”
After a fan asked Jackson if she’s bisexual, the star replied, “That’s what you guys call it so I guess — but who needs labels?” The statement quickly made the rounds on celebrity gossip sites. However, Jackson wasn’t having it.
In a since-deleted tweet, she wrote, "EVERYONE HAS KNOWN FOR YEARS I CAME OUT WHEN I WAS 14, WTF. Like, how many pictures are there with me kissing females?????" In another now-deleted post, Jackson wrote: "Jesus, I can count pics of at least four different girls that were leaked in the past six years. WHY IS THIS A THING?"
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“How many times have i publicly referred to the community as “my fellow LGBTQ+”? like even on stage,” Jackson later tweeted alongside a Digital Pride report of her “coming out.” She continued, “I’ve been apart of the community for years. i even mentioned having crushes on girls when i was 8 in a magazine before. i’ve been caught kissing girls in public. this is not news…”
how many times have i publicly referred to the community as “my fellow LGBTQ+”? like even on stage. i’ve been apart of the community for years. i even mentioned having crushes on girls when i was 8 in a magazine before. i’ve been caught kissing girls in public. this is not news… https://t.co/u9TLxE2c2x
— PK (@ParisJackson) July 16, 2018
She even tweeted directly at several specific outlets.
i said this multiple times, ages ago 🙄 this isn’t news
— PK (@ParisJackson) July 16, 2018
you’re 6 years late on this
— PK (@ParisJackson) July 16, 2018
Thankfully, Jackson’s supporters came out in full force, with many noting that she should never feel obligated to explain herself.
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Just Be Who You Are…That's Your Business..No Need For Any Explanation…💜
— Kimberly🕴✌Velasco (@kimberlyvelasc7) July 16, 2018
Sweetheart, we are given one lifetime to live. Don't ever feel the need to explain absolutely shit to no1.This is YOUR life. And it unfortunately will keep happening cause of who you are, sing louder,laugh harder,and know your father is with u all the way🙏❤
— Marwila Briggs (@RachelBriggs82) July 16, 2018
Slow news day? I keep seeing headlines about @ParisJackson’s sexuality. However, if you followed her or just did any research this isn’t new. She’s been open about it for years & has been photographed with men and women. Outlets need to do some quick research before posting.
— Anthony Dominic (@alloveranthony) July 16, 2018
We’re glad Jackson is speaking up for herself, and hope we’ll soon live in a world where a person’s sexuality isn’t considered “news” at all.
