Omar Apollo celebrates major milestone while rumors swirl about a new queer movie role
Ivory, in 2022 to critical acclaim and later earning a Best New Artist nod at the Grammys (not to mention, he was the runner-up for Breakthrough Musical Artist at the Queerties).And, if the latest news and rumors are any indication, Apollo’s not letting up any time soon.Firstly, there’s the announcement that Ivory has now been officially certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association Of America—a milestone honoring albums that have sold over a million copies—which is a first for Apollo.Real fans know the Grammy-nominated musician is super queer—they also know he’s always been hilarious on Twitter.The artist first celebrated the news on his Instagram story: “sheeeeeeesh,” Apollo writes. “Platinum crazy maaan lil plaque papi i’m tryna buy somebody sumn”—referencing the honorary plaque he’ll receive commemorating his debut album’s platinum status.In a follow up, he shared an Instagram video of actress Salma Hayek enjoying lavish room service dining in a gold skincare face mask, joking, “me after the plaque got to my crib [for real.]”Actually Hayek seems to be the inspiration as Apollo continues to celebrate the big news, posting a series of photos on Instagram from his “life lately,” adding he feels “very blessed” and that “Mexicans deserve luxury.”A post shared by omar apollo (@omar.apollo)“I’m taking notes from Salma.,” he writes.
