*His heartfelt revelation, met with overwhelming support from fans and fellow band members, marks a significant moment in the traditionally conservative entertainment industry of South Korea.*
**K-pop Sensation Bain Proudly Comes Out During LA Concert**
**K-pop Sensation Bain Proudly Comes Out During LA Concert**
*Just B member Bain makes history as one of the few K-pop stars to publicly announce his pride in being part of the LGBT community.*
In a groundbreaking move for the K-pop industry, Bain, a member of the group Just B, publicly embraced his identity as part of the LGBT community during a solo performance at a concert in Los Angeles. The revelation, made to an enthusiastic audience, highlights the courage required to come out in an industry that often demands strict confidentiality around personal lives and relationships.
At just 23 years old, Bain, whose real name is Song Byeong-hee, joins the elite group of K-pop artists who have come out publicly. His announcement was met with roaring cheers, showcasing a shift in audience attitudes towards such declarations. After the concert, Bain took to social media to reassure fans, saying, “To anyone out there who’s part of the LGBT community, or still figuring it out - this is for you guys. You are seen, you are loved, and you were born this way.” He then performed Lady Gaga’s iconic “Born This Way,” paying tribute to the pop icon he affectionately called “my queen.”
Bain's bandmates expressed their solidarity, with member Siwoo openly emotional during Bain's performance. “I know how hard it was for him, and that made me want to cry more,” he said, capturing the support within the group. Fans have rallied behind Bain, with messages of love and pride flooding social media: “We love you so much and are so proud of you for being yourself,” read one comment, encapsulating the overwhelming positive response.
Formed in 2021, Just B has rapidly gained traction in the music scene with five EPs and numerous singles. However, coming out as LGBT remains a challenging journey in South Korea’s entertainment landscape, where homosexuality is not illegal but still carries significant stigma. A 2022 Human Rights Watch report labeled the discrimination faced by LGBT individuals in South Korea as “pervasive,” illustrating the necessity of Bain’s bold step.
Bain isn’t the first within the K-pop realm to reveal his sexuality; last month, Lara from girl group Katseye came out, and in 2020, Jiae from Wassup publicly declared her bisexuality. The growing number of K-pop artists embracing their identities suggests a gradual evolution in an industry traditionally resistant to such transparency.
At just 23 years old, Bain, whose real name is Song Byeong-hee, joins the elite group of K-pop artists who have come out publicly. His announcement was met with roaring cheers, showcasing a shift in audience attitudes towards such declarations. After the concert, Bain took to social media to reassure fans, saying, “To anyone out there who’s part of the LGBT community, or still figuring it out - this is for you guys. You are seen, you are loved, and you were born this way.” He then performed Lady Gaga’s iconic “Born This Way,” paying tribute to the pop icon he affectionately called “my queen.”
Bain's bandmates expressed their solidarity, with member Siwoo openly emotional during Bain's performance. “I know how hard it was for him, and that made me want to cry more,” he said, capturing the support within the group. Fans have rallied behind Bain, with messages of love and pride flooding social media: “We love you so much and are so proud of you for being yourself,” read one comment, encapsulating the overwhelming positive response.
Formed in 2021, Just B has rapidly gained traction in the music scene with five EPs and numerous singles. However, coming out as LGBT remains a challenging journey in South Korea’s entertainment landscape, where homosexuality is not illegal but still carries significant stigma. A 2022 Human Rights Watch report labeled the discrimination faced by LGBT individuals in South Korea as “pervasive,” illustrating the necessity of Bain’s bold step.
Bain isn’t the first within the K-pop realm to reveal his sexuality; last month, Lara from girl group Katseye came out, and in 2020, Jiae from Wassup publicly declared her bisexuality. The growing number of K-pop artists embracing their identities suggests a gradual evolution in an industry traditionally resistant to such transparency.
