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JUST B’s Bain Becomes First Major K-pop Star to Come Out as Gay During U.S. Tour

The singer made the announcement during a Los Angeles concert, performing a tribute to Lady Gaga’s 'Born This Way,' as fans and peers rallied in support.

Bain of JUST B during a concert in Seoul, South Korea in 2021.
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K-pop idol Bain from JUST B

Overview

  • Bain, a member of the K-pop group JUST B, publicly came out as gay during a sold-out concert in Los Angeles on April 22, 2025.
  • He declared his pride in being part of the LGBTQ+ community and performed a remixed version of Lady Gaga’s 'Born This Way' in tribute to self-acceptance.
  • Videos of the emotional moment went viral globally, making Bain a trending topic on platforms like TikTok and X (formerly Twitter).
  • Bandmate Siwoo expressed his emotional support, revealing he cried backstage knowing the challenges Bain faced in making the announcement.
  • BLUEDOT Entertainment has not issued a formal statement, but JUST B’s official Instagram shared Bain’s post with the hashtag #ProudOfBain, signaling subtle support.