Singer Macy Gray Accused of Transphobia After Saying Gender Identity Is ‘Confusing’: Surgery ‘Doesn’t Make You a Woman’
UPDATE 7/6 11:18 A.M. ETFollowing backlash on social media, Macy Gray addressed her controversial comments.“I have nothing but love for the LGBTQ+ and transgender community and have been a supporter since day one,” Gray told Entertainment Tonight in a statement on Tuesday, July 5. “My statement on Piers Morgan was grossly misunderstood.
I don’t hate anyone. I respect everyone’s right to feel comfortable in their bodies and live their own truth.”Original story below:Under fire.
Grammy winner Macy Gray is facing backlash for her controversial comments about trans people and the “confusing” spectrum of gender identity.The “I Try” singer, 54, appeared on Piers Morgan Uncensored on Monday, July 4, when host Piers Morgan asked what she believes defines womanhood.
Gray replied that it requires being a “human being with boobs” and a vagina. Morgan, 57, went on to note that while he supports “fairness and equality” for trans women, he doesn’t think they should compete against cis women in sports.“I totally agree,” Gray chimed in. “I will say this and everybody’s going to hate me, but — as a woman — just because you go change your parts, doesn’t make you a woman.
