Billy Porter Slams Harry Styles’ Vogue Cover For Exploiting LGBTQ+ Community

In a recent interview with The Telegraph, Billy Porter has once again voiced his strong disapproval of Harry Styles’ appearance on the cover of Vogue in 2020. The singer-actor not only criticized Styles but also expressed his intention to confront the industry gatekeepers responsible for such choices.

Porter’s Ongoing Reaction to the Vogue Cover

Billy Porter, known for his open advocacy of LGBTQ+ rights, had previously reacted strongly to the 2020 Vogue cover featuring Harry Styles. He highlighted the singer’s attire – a dress – and questioned the decision to spotlight him. In his latest interview, Porter has taken his critique further by accusing both Styles and the magazine of leveraging his community for personal gain.

Accusations Against Styles and Vogue

During the interview, Porter accused Styles of benefiting from his white, straight identity within the industry’s established structure. He emphasized that his issue isn’t with Styles himself, but with those who hold the power to shape and promote such representations. Porter also made it clear that the ongoing discourse around non-binary representation in fashion doesn’t sit well with him. He expressed his belief that the community he represents is being exploited to elevate Styles’ image.

Addressing Anna Wintour and Fashion Industry Transformation

Porter also revealed that he had previously communicated with Anna Wintour, the editor-in-chief of Vogue, regarding the matter. He shared that Wintour had inquired about how to further the cause of representation, but Porter felt he wasn’t able to fully express his thoughts at the time. He urged Wintour to use her influential position within Vogue to amplify the voices of leaders driving the de-gendering of fashion movement.

Historical Context and Apology

This isn’t the first time Billy Porter has spoken out against Harry Styles’ Vogue cover. In the past, he expressed his disappointment with the cover, asserting that he had worked tirelessly throughout his life to challenge traditional fashion norms. He had later apologized to Styles for involving his name in the discussion.

Recent Developments and Rumors

Harry Styles recently attracted attention while cozying up to actor Taylor Russell at London’s National Theatre, sparking rumors of a possible romantic involvement. As for Billy Porter, he continues to advocate for greater inclusivity and equitable representation within the fashion and entertainment industries.

On a different note, Harry Styles concluded his Love on Tour concert last month in Italy. He shared a behind-the-scenes video from the tour on his Instagram account, bidding farewell to his fans while expressing gratitude for their support. As for the ongoing discussions around his Vogue cover and related controversies, neither Styles nor Porter have addressed these rumored romance or Porter’s claims in recent times.

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