Billy Porter has reiterated his frustration with Harry Styles’ history Vogue cover, slamming the magazine for putting the spotlight on the singer, who he said was “white and cute and straight.”
In a new interview, Porter recalls an alleged conversation with Anna Wintour about LGBTQIA+ representation in Voguefelt she missed an opportunity to support “the degendering of the fashion movement.”
Read on to learn more.
Billy Porter Says Vogue, Harry Styles Again!
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After a period of more than 24 months, Billy Porter, in an interview with telegraph, is revisiting her concerns with Harry Styles Vogue cover, reiterating his belief that Styles is heterosexual despite the singer not openly identifying with his sexuality.
In Porter’s view, Styles’ appearance on the cover was facilitated by his alignment with societal norms, leading him to assert, “It’s not Harry Styles’ fault that he’s white and cute and straight and fits into that kind of infrastructure.”
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The “Anything’s Possible” actress further stated that she felt the use of the LGBTQ+ community for upliftment without true sacrifice was troubling, adding, “It doesn’t sit well with me. You’re using my community — or your people are using my community — to elevate you. You don’t have to sacrifice. nothing.”
Potter’s comments bring to the fore the ongoing allegations of queerbaiting that have plagued Styles, suggesting that he strategically teases his sexuality through his fashion choices for the LGBTQ+ community.
Billy Porter Recalls Alleged Chat With Anna Wintour
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In his interview with the outlet, Porter also recounted an alleged interaction with Anna Wintour, Editor-in-Chief Vogueregarding improvements for LGBTQIA+ representation in publications, leading to Styles’ cover issue.
Porter expressed his initial surprise, noting, “That b*tch said to me at the end, ‘How can we do better?’ And I was so caught off guard that I didn’t say what I should have said.”
However, Porter felt he missed an opportunity to make a more effective response. He wishes he had advised Wintour to use it Vogue’s influence to “raise the voices of the leaders of this gender-dissolving fashion movement.” Ultimately, Wintour’s decision to feature the former One Direction band member on the cover of the prestigious magazine left Porter upset.
‘This Is Politics For Me. this is my life’
Porter previously voiced her disappointment at not being selected for the cover of Vogue’s historic issue, stating, “[Styles] didn’t care, he just did it because it was the thing to do.”
At the time, the actress emphasized the importance of her own journey in supporting gender expression and mentioned that Styles does not face the same struggles.
“This is politics for me. This is my life. I had to fight my whole life to get to the palace where I could wear a dress for the Oscars and not be shot dead,” she explained. “All he has to do is be white and straight.”
However, Porter later apologized on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” for any negative impact his remarks may have had on Styles.
Billy Porter Finds ‘English Huzzzband’
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After publicly announcing her split from her husband, Adam Smith, Porter is navigating her post-breakup life. In early July, the singer and actress shared the news of their mutual decision to end their six-year marriage through a statement from her representative. It reads, per Many people“The decision was a good and mutual one and was made after much consideration. They continue to love and support each other as they begin their next chapter.”
In a recent interview with Evening Standard, the Grammy winner jokingly commented on the widespread knowledge of her divorce, saying, “The whole world knows I’m getting divorced! Y’all want to talk about me and Ricky Martin’s divorce at the same time?”
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Speaking about the end of her relationship with Smith, Porter reflected, “Relationships are difficult. I will always love her. We make it as far as we can. But we learn, we grow and we live. And I can’t wait for … the next adventure.”
Teasingly, the “Cinderella” star mentioned that she’s “back on the market” and is looking for an “English huzzzband.” Currently stationed in London for his show, he emphasizes the spelling of “huzzzband” to add a light touch to his sentiments.
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