Reneé Rapp Responds to Betty Who's Lesbophobic Sexuality Comments

Lesbian singer Reneé Rapp has publicly responded to comments made by Australian singer Betty Who, who speculated on a podcast that Rapp might eventually date a man, despite Rapp's clear identification as a lesbian and her current relationship with musician Towa Bird. Betty Who, who identifies as bisexual and non-binary, framed her remarks around the fluidity of sexuality and the pressures faced by queer artists who become representatives of their communities. Her comments sparked backlash for being perceived as dismissive and lesbophobic, leading to Betty issuing a public apology acknowledging the harm caused by her language. Rapp criticized Betty's assumptions, likening them to the clichéd notion that a lesbian simply hasn't found the right man, and emphasized that her sexual identity and relationship are public and not ambiguous. Rapp urged others to focus on their own identities rather than making assumptions about hers, underscoring the personal nature of sexual identity and rejecting the idea that it could be invalidated over time. The exchange highlights ongoing tensions and sensitivities within discussions of sexual fluidity and representation in the LGBTQ+ community.