The thing is I use the word bisexual just because I feel like for people who don’t necessarily know that vocabulary…it’s easier to say I’m bi.” Amandla has also spoken out on bi erasure. They previously used bisexual to describe themself but “I would also use the word pansexual to describe my sexuality. International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia & Biphobia (IDAHOT) May 17th. Known for roles such as Rue in The Hunger Games and Starr in The Hate U Give, Amandla has spoken out on sexuality throughout her career. Pansexual Visibility Day is celebrated to recognize pansexual people and bring awareness to their experiences. Week of February 19-25th (2023) International Transgender Day of Visibility. In an interview with HuffPost they said: “…from the time I came to understand sex and sexual orientation, and all of that, I’ve identified as pansexual and I’ve always felt like I had the spiritual, emotional, physical capability of being attracted to any gender.” Image via Creative Commons Amandla Stenberg Making history as the first non-binary character on North American Television for portraying Taylor on Billions, Asia has also served up unapologetic pansexual visibility. To help you do that, here’s 5 things you should know. Since then, Janelle has allowed many to feel seen, most recently in April when she appeared on The Red Table Talk and opened up about being non-binary.Ī post shared by Janelle Monáe 🚆🔲👽🛸⚪️⬛️🤖🚀⚫️⚪️🪐 Asia Kate Dillon Much like Bi Visibility Day, when bisexual people remove their invisibility cloaks and instead don their fetching bi vis jackets, Pan Visibility Day is a day to celebrate and recognise those who identify as pansexual. In an interview with Rolling Stone she opened up about her sexuality: “Being a queer black woman in America, someone who has been in relationships with both men and women – I consider myself to be a free–ss motherf-cker.” She’d previously alluded to being bisexual, but after learning more about pansexuality she determined that this was the right label for her. But if you’re looking for some inspiring words from out and proud pan celebs, we’ve got you covered! Janelle Monáeīack in 2018, ahead of the release of her revolutionary album Dirty Computer, Janelle came out as pansexual.

Here at DIVA HQ we celebrate the pansexual and panromantic members of our community all year round. Tomorrow (24 May) marks the annual observation of Pansexual Visibility Day. From Janelle Monáe to Miley Cyrus, here are some pan celebs owning their truth BY NIC CROSARA, IMAGE VIA CREATIVE COMMONS

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