Khalid slams ex for outing him and ‘random’ allegations: ‘Where is this coming from?’

Grammy-nominated singer Khalid condemns the “random” allegations from an ex-boyfriend who he says outed him as gay. Over the weekend, the 26-year-old singer came out as gay after he claimed someone beat him to the punch and he “got outted.” In a Friday tweet, Khalid wrote “I am not ashamed of my sexuality” and added that his sexuality “ain’t business!” The “Young Dumb & Broke” musician publicly came out shortly after another singer wrote about his personal relationship with Khalid in since-deleted tweets. “This is all random, I don’t know why he did it,” Khalid said after dismissing allegations that he ever consumed cocaine or paid for sex. “It’s just crazy to me.” After taking a deep breath, Khalid alleged “it’s the other way around.” He reassured followers that “if you know me you already know that’s not how I get down.” He said being outed and seeing his ex’s allegations has been hurtful, frustrating and has taken a personal toll, adding, “I never said I was unbothered by anything.” He also clarified, “I don’t need a publicity stunt for attention. He also said he might temporarily place music plans on hold, writing that he doesn’t “want anyone thinking I’m capitalizing off of this s—.” Khalid, born Khalid Robinson, broke out in 2017 with his soulful single “Location” and has since released four albums including his latest, “Sincere.” He has also gone on to collaborate with Shawn Mendes, H.E.R.