Singer-songwriter Sawyer Fredericks, who rose to prominence when he competed on and won the 8th season of The Voice, has come out publicly as bisexual via social media.
Posting to Instagram, Fredericks, 22, told fans that “since I have not publicly said this in a post, I wanted say that I am Bisexual.”
“When I was younger I thought I was straight,” he continued, “because I was more attracted to women, and I didn’t know there were more options besides Gay and Straight. So I just assumed I was Straight. I am privileged and have never been discriminated against for my sexuality or ashamed of it. I’m truly sorry for any of you who have been, and I hope it gets better.”
He concluded by guessing he’ll, “probably lose some fans over this post, but that’s fine with me.”
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Fredericks won The Voice in 2015 when he was just 16 years old. The folk singer chose Pharrell Williams as his coach, and went on to set series iTunes sales records.
He’s gone on to record three full-length albums, including his latest, Flowers for You, released in May of 2020.
Congrats to Fredericks on opening up to the world, and here’s hoping it gains him more fans than it costs him!
Here’s “Born” off of Flowers for You — take a listen:
LumpyPillows
Had no idea who he is. Watched his video to catch up. I find him charming. Welcome to the alphabet club.
SDR94103
stepping stone.
Mostlikelytobedownvoted
I love binoculars!!! They’re my favorite!
mikhailmaui
Have been a fan ever since he was on The Voice. Happy for him that he is living his truth. He was such a nice kid and deserves all the happiness in the world.
Karlis
He got one of the quickest chair turns in Voice history with “Man of Constant Sorrows.” Only Blake Shelton held out for a bit. I’m gad that he is living his true life. I just wish he would cut his hair.
Terrycloth
Nicely done video..he was extremely shy .I always felt he was more gay than straight.but it’s his life to live as he chooses he’s made some great music.