Eminem, born Marshall Bruce Mathers III in Detroit, Michigan, is a rapper widely recognized as one of the finest and most influential of all time. He made his debut in the public eye with his Slim Shady EP in 1997 and was signed to Aftermath Records by former NWA rapper Dr. Dre after leaving Death Row Records. With album sales of over 230 million, Eminem has become a household name in the music industry.
In October 2019, Eminem collaborated with Joyner Lucas on the song “What If I Was Gay,” which sparked speculation about his sexuality. This was further fueled by a cameo appearance in the movie The Interview, in which he comes out as gay. However, it is unclear whether this was meant to be taken seriously or as a joke.
Eminem has also faced criticism for his use of homophobic slurs in his music. Many have called for him to stop using these slurs and to find new ways to insult people without resorting to derogatory language. Despite this criticism, Eminem has continued to use these slurs in his music.
In an interview, Eminem admitted to using the gay dating app Grindr after his divorce from Kim was finalized. This confession left many of his fans confused as to whether he was serious or joking. However, Eminem has denied being gay through his representatives and has stated his heterosexuality in the past.
Overall, the question of whether Eminem is gay remains unanswered. While he has denied being gay, his use of homophobic slurs and his appearance in The Interview have led some to speculate about his sexuality. Regardless of his sexual orientation, Eminem remains one of the most successful and influential rappers of all time.