Over the years, though not many, a number of Korean celebrities have come out as part of the LGBTQ+ community, sharing their journeys towards understanding their sexual and gender identities. That being said, some have faced significant public backlash after revealing this aspect of their identity.
Thankfully, in recent years, these stars have continued to thrive both professionally and personally, with the support of loyal fans. Many now hope the same will hold true for JUST B (저스트비) member Bain (배인), who recently found the courage to come out as queer — and did so in front of a live audience during a concert. Here’s what happened:
K-pop boy group JUST B are currently on their 2025 world tour, titled “[JUST ODD]”, with their most recent show held in Los Angeles. Mid-concert, during his solo stage, Bain paused his performance to share something personal with the crowd. “Alright, before I start the next song, I want to share something with you guys. I’m fucking proud to be part of the LGBTQ community,” he said, prompting an outpouring of cheers and support from fans in response to his brave declaration.
The idol continued: “As a gay person… shoutout to my queen, Lady Gaga, for showing me that being different is beautiful. To anyone out there who’s part of the LGBTQ+ community or is still figuring things out, this is for you. And this is also for everyone.” He then resumed the show with a performance of Lady Gaga’s “Born This Way”, where he was also seen waving a Pride flag. The moment quickly went viral on social media, with fans around the world expressing their support for the singer, many sharing how proud they felt.
As for the other JUST B members, it’s clear they’ve known for some time. The group were seen hugging Bain as he returned to the stage for the next performance. During a livestream later that evening, Sangwoo and Geonu expressed how proud they were of their bandmate for having the courage to be his true self. “We’re so proud of him, guys. He’s so cool,” they told viewers. The group’s official Instagram page also reposted the 23-year-old’s reel of his on-stage coming out on their Stories, a quiet but meaningful gesture of support.
Perhaps Bain’s actions will inspire more idols to be open about their sexual and gender identities. Regardless, it’s heartening to see that he feels safe enough to share this part of himself with his bandmates and fans. May he and the group continue to thrive in the future.
Watch the viral moment below:
JUST B members showing support for Bain:
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