Is Lil Uzi Vert Gay? Fans Have Been Debating This Question for Years & the Rapper Has Changed Their

Over the past few years, social media has become a hotbed of discussion among netizens as they ponder whether rapper Lil Uzi Vert is gay, even though they have a girlfriend.

Rapper Lil Uzi Vert has recently garnered significant controversy, ranging from changing gender-neutral pronouns to arguing with their girlfriend at an award show.

While the musician has never fully opened up about their sexuality, some netizens have entertained the idea that they might be gay based on their actions.

Lil Uzi Vert arrives at the Nickelodeon's 2023 Kids' Choice Awards at Microsoft Theater on March 4, 2023, in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images

Twitter Users Believe Lil Uzi Vert Is Gay

After Lil Uzi Vert recently added the pronouns "they/them" on Instagram, several discussions surfaced online about the matter. A user took to Twitter to express belief:

"Lil Uzi Vert is gay and that's ok."

More users have been abuzz with Lil Uzi Vert's sexuality for several years. One netizen stated that the rapper gave off "gay vibes." Some referred to Lil Uzi Vert as a "gay Lil Wayne," while another reiterated that the rapper was "very gay."

Lil Uzi Vert attends The 2021 Met Gala Celebrating In America: A Lexicon Of Fashion at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on September 13, 2021, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images

Supporting the Twitter users' shared sentiment, the online magazine 032c featured an article, "CULTURE CRISIS: Therapies for the Confused," in May 2023, featuring various artists, including Lil Uzi Vert.

An essay published recently explored the topic of queerness in the rap industry. It mentioned Lil Uzi Vert and fellow rappers ILoveMakonnen and Saucy Santana as part of its discussion.

During a performance in 2019, Lil Uzi Vert sported a black shirt with a rainbow flag printed on it. The vibrant colors represent the pride flag of the LGBTQ+ community.

Lil Uzi Vert Explains Gender Pronoun Change Following Gay Rumors from Fans

Without disclosing their sexual orientation, Lil Uzi Vert confidently embraced the change without hesitation. They took time to learn and adapt to using gender-neutral pronouns.

Despite the pronoun change and rumors surrounding Lil Uzi Vert's sexuality, the artist is currently in a relationship with JT.

According to reports in 2019, the pronouns "they/them" are recognized as gender-neutral, but they are not exclusively or explicitly used only by nonbinary individuals.

Lil Uzi Vert attends the Forever or Never Birthday Celebration on November 21, 2019, in Atlanta, Georgia. | Source: Getty Images

In contrast to the traditional association of "he" and "she" pronouns with masculinity and femininity, respectively, "they" pronouns are generally associated with a gender-neutral identity.

Lil Uzi Vert also downplayed the notion of being hailed as "brave" for publicizing the recent change because they only did it quietly. They join the list of many celebrities supporting or are part of the LGBTQ+ community, such as Michaela Coel, Elliot Page, Ellen DeGeneres, and Zaya Wade.

Lil Uzi Vert performs during the 2023 Roots Picnic at The Mann on June 3, 2023, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. | Source: Getty Images

Lil Uzi Vert Has a Girlfriend

Despite the pronoun change and rumors surrounding Lil Uzi Vert's sexuality, the artist is currently in a relationship with JT, a member of the rap group City Girls, alongside Yung Miami. They have affectionately called their girlfriend "the one."

The couple have had their fair share of relationship dramas. One of the most recent incidents occurred during the 2023 BET Awards when the pair were reportedly caught arguing beside rapper Ice Spice.

During that time, JT allegedly accused Lil Uzi Vert of being a "groupie." Fans who saw the circulating videos speculated that Ice Spice might have been the cause of the couple's disagreement.

Lil Uzi Vert and JT attend the 21st BET Awards at L.A. Live on June 27, 2021, in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images

The fans also claimed that JT was upset because her partner had mentioned Ice Spice's name during a performance and was frustrated by seating confusion at the event.

However, JT's representative denied any involvement of Ice Spice in the misunderstanding between JT and Lil Uzi Vert. As for the seating mishaps, JT's camp did not comment on the matter.

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