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Cara Delevingne calls herself lesbian at London concert

Cara Delevingne has publicly identified as lesbian for the first time at a London concert. She also made critical remarks about her male ex-partners.

RainbowNews Editorial8 May 2026 — Verenigd Koninkrijk3 min read
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Model and actress Cara Delevingne has spoken openly about her sexuality. She did this at a concert in London. She publicly called herself lesbian for the first time.

It was a special moment for many fans. Delevingne spoke clearly and without shame. She seemed proud of who she is. The audience reacted positively to her words.

Delevingne had relationships with men in the past. She made a critical remark about these ex-partners during the concert. She didn't seem to look back positively on those relationships. However, she did this in a lighthearted way.

The model has been a well-known name in the LGBTQ+ community for years. She was previously open about having relationships with women. But she hadn't used the word 'lesbian' publicly before. This makes her statement particularly important.

For many young people, Cara Delevingne is a role model. Her openness can help other people. It can make coming out easier for them. Famous people who are open about their sexuality play a major role in society.

Delevingne is not the first celebrity to come out as lesbian. But every coming-out is personal and special. She did it her own way, at a concert. That probably felt like a safe and joyful place for her.

Reactions on social media were largely positive. Many fans supported her decision to be open. The LGBTQ+ community welcomed her words enthusiastically. Her statement was widely shared online.

It is important that famous people like Delevingne talk openly about their identity. This helps reduce prejudice. It shows that being lesbian is normal and ordinary. Media representation remains crucial for equality.

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