He assured that the wave of negative comments surrounding him was due to the fact that he belonged to the Christian religion.
In recent years, the singer Yuri has been subjected to severe criticism from the LGBT+ community due to her statements and some controversial situations during her shows. His position against adoption by same-sex couples It has been widely questioned and seen as homophobic. Despite his attempts to address sexual diversity, as demonstrated in his song “Euphoria,” controversy lingers.
Recently, the celebrity was asked about this issue and assured that the wave of negative comments was circulating around her This is because it belongs to the Christian religion.
During a meeting with the press, which was picked up by De primera Mano, Yuri spoke about various aspects, including the controversy with the Coque Muñiz for a comment he made at an event. She mentioned, “We’re good friends and he knows me, he knows I’m crazy and that I always say nonsense, and he also tells me, ‘If you knew what I was saying about you, you wouldn’t be talking to me .'”
He later hinted that he has nothing against the LGBT+ community, stating that he loves them very much and sees them often on their shows. He also mentioned that the allegations “by this small group” stemmed from his Christianity and emphasized that he was not going crazy or seeking unnecessary controversy. In her own words, the woman from Veracruz said: “Because I’m a Christian and I don’t go insane or go out with the chicharróns, I guess that’s how it is.”
He also clarified that he has never expressed that God does not want LGBT+ members and that he has his way of respecting them: “I don’t go with a flag on reform, I respect them.”
Despite the criticism, the voice of Detrás de mi ventana reiterated that he will continue to love the community.
Referring to the march taking place today, June 24, in the Paseo de la Reforma and in the Zocalo of Mexico City, the singer said: “What a father, that you can fight for your rights, I am not okay with people mistreating them or” with parents saying, “I’d rather see you dead…”. I don’t agree with that,” affirming, “I’ve never done anything to them, there’s no testimony of anything just because I’m a Christian.”
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The annual LGBTIQ Pride March in Mexico City. (Photo by: Alejandro Paris/Majority World/Universal Images Group via Getty Images)
Other Yuri controversies
The artist also got into a controversy in November 2021 when she was invited to the show “Escorpión al volante” by Youtuber Alex Montiel. During the show, Werevertumorro’s brother jokingly asked if she had had homosexual partners, to which she replied yes.
With this in mind, Scorpio replied if this situation hurt his ego, but Yuri said that he was more worried because he was not infected with HIV/AIDS.
In a humorous tone, she said, “Don’t stop, I’ve had an analysis done, ha ha ha.” This sparked outrage in the community.