JUST B's Bain Comes Out as Gay at LA Concert, Fans Celebrate LGBTQ+ Milestone in K-pop
April 24, 2025
The concert not only highlighted Bain's courageous moment but also featured performances of JUST B's hits, reinforcing the band's energetic stage presence.
The announcement, made at a sold-out show during the U.S. leg of their JUST ODD tour, was met with overwhelming support from fans on social media, who expressed pride and love for Bain's authenticity.
During a recent concert in Los Angeles, Bain, a member of the K-pop group JUST B, made a groundbreaking announcement by coming out as gay, a significant moment for both his group and the K-pop industry.
In his heartfelt moment on stage, Bain credited Lady Gaga as an inspiration, stating, 'Shout-out to my queen Lady Gaga for showing me that being yourself is beautiful.'
However, public reactions to Bain's announcement have been overwhelmingly supportive, reflecting a gradual shift towards greater acceptance of LGBTQ+ identities in South Korea.
While fans and fellow artists have rallied behind Bain, his management agency, BLUEDOT Entertainment, has chosen to respect his privacy by refraining from further comments on his personal life.
The tour showcased popular tracks such as 'Medusa,' 'TICK TOCK,' and 'Damage,' alongside Bain's covers of iconic songs by Britney Spears and Destiny's Child.
JUST B's U.S. tour, which began earlier in April 2025, follows the group's successful launch in Tokyo in March and features high-energy performances across ten cities.
Since their debut in 2021, JUST B has gained significant popularity, amassing 6 million official streams in the U.S. and 22.6 million globally, and has participated in competitive music shows.
As the JUST ODD tour continues, fans are eager to see how Bain's coming out will influence future performances and the broader K-pop landscape.
Traditionally, the K-pop industry has avoided discussions about artists' personal lives, including sexual orientation, to maintain a fantasy for fans and protect profit margins.
This pivotal moment in Bain's career marks a significant step forward for LGBTQ+ representation in the K-pop industry, which has historically faced challenges regarding openness about personal identities.
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