Overview
- Tom Kaulitz told Playboy that “definitely every man can be a ‘Maus’” and called the term a loving form of address.
- Bill Kaulitz said he uses the name deliberately to break the ice and to relax people who might feel awkward.
- Both brothers emphasized that using ‘Maus’ for men is not tied to sexual orientation and applies across jobs, ages, and partners.
- The remarks were published by mainstream outlets after the Playboy interview and match how the twins often speak on their podcast.
- The comments come from well-known entertainers who live in Los Angeles and could help normalize affectionate pet names for men in public conversation.