KATSEYE's Lara Comes Out As Queer, Admits Past Fears That Her Sexuality Would Ruin Her Debut

FKATSEYE’s Lara recently opened up about the fears she had surrounding her sexuality and how it could have impacted her debut. Through a series of heartfelt messages on Weverse, Lara officially came out as queer. She also opened up about her previous fears and the overwhelming support she has received from fans.

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The KATSEYE star shared that she had known about her identity from a young age but was unsure how people would react. Using a playful metaphor, she described her experience, explaining that she had understood parts of herself even as a child.

I knew I was half a fruitcake when I was like 8 so I really was wanting everybody. Honestly probably before 8. Isn’t half a fruitcake such a good way to explain it without saying it.

— Lara via Weverse

KATSEYE’s Lara comes out as queer via Weverse:

“I knew i was half fruitcake when i was like 8 so i really was wanting everybody. Honestly probably before 8. Isn’t “half fruitcake” such a good way to explain it without saying it?” pic.twitter.com/0syKRpszuc

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However, when she participated in The Dream Academy — the survival show that formed KATSEYE — she admitted to feeling anxious. She even confessed she thought the news would ruin her chances of making it in the group.

You know in Dream Academy [reality show and competition that created KATSEYE] when it came out I was reall really scared tbh. I didn’t know if people would accept me and I really thought it would ruin my chances of getting in [the group].

— Lara via Weverse

Despite her fears, Lara expressed deep gratitude for the love and encouragement she received. She credited fans for helping her feel comfortable in her own skin, saying their support gave her the confidence to embrace who she is without hesitation.

And then you all were so so nice about it and gave me so much love and support and it made me feel so confident in who I am so I love you for that.

— Lara via Weverse

Lara also acknowledged the challenges that come with being open about her identity, describing the internet as a “very, very scary” place. While online spaces can be supportive, they can also be harsh, making it difficult for public figures to share similar personal aspects of their lives.