Why everyone has an opinion about King Princess’s sexuality

Bisexual Visibility Month draws to a close, and musician King Princess finds herself embroiled in a sexuality label controversy. During a recent podcast appearance, the singer-songwriter stated, "I've taken a lot of dick," sparking a firestorm of reactions across social media platforms.

King Princess identifies as a lesbian and has repeatedly affirmed this identity, rejecting the notion that her sexual history diminishes her lesbian status. She expressed frustration at being labeled a "bisexual cosplayer" and emphasized that her sexual experiences are her own business. However, the conversation inevitably turned to the broader issue of bisexual people's place within the LGBTQ+ community.

In her own words, King Princess stated, "You can't tell me what my sexuality is." While she is ultimately the one to define her identity, her comments have reignited the ongoing debate over what constitutes a "gold star" lesbian - a lesbian who has never slept with men. Some argue that King Princess' experiences do not align with this definition, while others insist that sexuality is fluid and personal.

As a bisexual person, the author of this piece personally identifies as bisexual, acknowledging the frustration of being told one's identity is inadequate. She believes that labels should reflect a person's true desires and behaviors, rather than being arbitrarily assigned.

Ultimately, the author encourages those who wish to know King Princess' sexual orientation to ask her directly, as only she can definitively answer this question. The controversy surrounding her comments highlights the complexities and sensitivities involved in navigating sexuality within the LGBTQ+ community.