NeNe Leakes Faces Transphobia Criticism Over Ts Madison Interview

NeNe Leakes, former Real Housewives of Atlanta star, faced backlash after a June interview with trans media personality Ts Madison on Leakes' YouTube show, where she expressed that she would not date a man who has been with a trans woman. Leakes questioned the sexual orientation of men who date trans women, suggesting such men are not straight and may be bisexual, despite Madison's explanations about diverse sexualities including bisexuality and pansexuality. The conversation highlighted Leakes' misunderstanding and discomfort with trans identities and queer relationships, leading to accusations of transphobia from viewers and fans. Madison attempted to educate Leakes by explaining that being attracted to trans women does not define a man’s sexuality as gay and reminded her that many men may not disclose their pansexuality. Despite Madison's calm approach, Leakes remained firm in her views, stating she did not want to date men who had previously been with trans women. The exchange went viral on social media, sparking widespread criticism of Leakes' comments as ignorant and transphobic during Pride Month.