Khalid publicly came out as gay on November 22, 2024, after being outed on social media, stating he was "not ashamed of my sexuality" and that it is "nobodies business."

His remarks seemed to be a response to deleted posts from singer Hugo D Almonte, who reportedly outed him and shared personal anecdotes about their past relationship.

Despite the circumstances of his coming out, many fans rallied in support of Khalid, affirming his right to share his story on his own terms.

Khalid took to social media, posting a rainbow flag emoji along with a humorous message, indicating his desire to move on from the topic.

Almonte later explained his motivations for speaking out, claiming he endured threats and felt compelled to share his experiences after five years.

He defended his actions, stating his intention was never to out Khalid but to express his own feelings of being silenced after their breakup.

Speculation about who outed Khalid intensified, with many fans suggesting Almonte was the individual behind the revelation.

As of now, Khalid's team has not commented on Almonte's accusations regarding their past relationship.

Khalid, born Khalid Donnel Robinson, first gained fame with his debut single "Location" in 2016, establishing himself as a prominent voice in pop music.

He is known for his breakthrough 2017 album 'American Teen' and has continued to release successful music, including his recent album 'Sincere' in August 2024.

The album 'Sincere' debuted in the top 10 of Billboard's Top R&B Albums chart, showcasing Khalid's continued relevance in the music industry.

Khalid has been an advocate for LGBTQ causes, embracing queer aesthetics in his work and collaborating on the song "Love Lies" for the 'Love, Simon' soundtrack.