David Archuleta — one of “American Idol’s” famous runner-ups throughout its history — just came out as being part of the LGBTQ+ community … which he explains is especially difficult considering his religious upbringing.
The ‘AI’ alum — who placed second during the 7th season of ‘Idol,’ losing to David Cook — just shared his truth online, posting a heartfelt IG that revealed he identifies as both bisexual and asexual … even though he says he initially thought he might’ve been gay.
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David writes, “I came out in 2014 as gay to my family. But then I had similar feelings for both genders so maybe a spectrum of bisexual. Then I also have learned I don’t have too much sexual desires and urges as most people which works I guess because I have a commitment to save myself until marriage.” He goes on to explain asexual seems to, at times, describe him best … while adding he’s doing this to help others who might be in similar situations.
Namely, DA says he wants folks who are devoted to their religion and who might also be gay, bi or anything else that they are not alone … as he explains that he comes from a Mormon background himself. Basically, David says you can both be religious and identify as LGBTQ+.
He says, “[P]lease consider making room to be more understanding and compassionate to those who are LGBTQIA+, and those who are a part of that community and trying to find that balance with their faith which also is a huge part of their identity like myself.” DA goes on, “I think we can do better as people of faith and Christians, including Latter-day Saints, to listen more to the wrestle between being LGBTQIA+ and a person of faith.”
Powerful words from the star singer-songwriter — and it comes at an especially notable time … remember, June is Pride Month.