TL;DR
- Megan and Lara address backlash for dating men after coming out as bisexual and queer.
- Both emphasize that their identities are valid regardless of who they date.
- Fans express frustrations over bi erasure and biphobia.
- The group uses their platform to celebrate LGBTQ+ representation.
- Megan and Lara advocate for authenticity in queer identities.
In a world where love knows no bounds, Katseye’s own Megan Skiendiel and Lara Raj are making waves by addressing a hot-button issue: bisexual erasure. After coming out as bisexual and queer, respectively, these fierce femmes are not letting the haters dim their shine. They’ve faced backlash from some fans who seem to think that dating men somehow invalidates their identities. Spoiler alert: it doesn’t.
Megan, who came out as bisexual just last June, shared her truth in a candid interview with Allure. “I came out as bisexual, but me dating men doesn’t take that away from me,” she declared. And can we get a round of applause for that? Her journey started with a girl, but the naysayers don’t seem to care about that little detail. “I feel like people should just be able to be who they are no matter what. When it comes to race, identity, whatever, if that’s who you are, then be who the f*** you are and no one should take that away from you,” she added, serving up some much-needed wisdom.
Lara echoed her sentiments, passionately defending her right to love who she wants. “I like everyone. I will date anyone. I think people really try to invalidate that because of who we currently or have publicly dated,” she said. It’s not just about who they’re dating now; it’s about the beautiful experiences they’ve had with women that shape their identities. “It’s such a beautiful experience to be with women and it’s something that’s a very core and important part of me that will always be with me for the rest of my life,” Lara emphasized.
Fans are rallying behind them, sharing their own frustrations about the constant need to justify their bisexuality. One fan vented, “I’m so p***** off being a bisexual woman and having to justify and defend your orientation to everyone all the time; it’s just that we don’t owe anyone anything.” Another chimed in, “Never let people tell you that biphobia isn’t a thing!” The chorus of voices is growing louder, and it’s clear that the fight against bi erasure is far from over.
It’s disheartening to see even parts of the queer community slip into biphobia, but Megan and Lara are determined to challenge that narrative. “I swear, it’s so surreal that they have to explain the bare minimum,” one fan remarked on X, capturing the frustration many feel. But through their platform, Katseye is shining a light on these issues, reminding us all that love is love, no matter who it’s with.
As they continue to navigate their identities in the public eye, Megan and Lara are not just artists; they’re advocates. Their message is clear: authenticity matters, and everyone deserves the right to love freely without fear of judgment. So here’s to Katseye, for not only making music but also making a difference in the fight for LGBTQ+ rights and representation. Keep speaking your truth, ladies!