July 3rd 2024.
Jason Mraz, the beloved singer known for his hit song "I'm Yours", recently opened up about feeling pressured to hide his true self when he was younger. In a candid interview, the Grammy winner shared that he didn't want to be "the punchline of a joke" in the 90s if he were to come out as bisexual.
In 2018, Jason finally came out as bisexual after keeping his sexuality a secret for years. He revealed that while he was in a relationship with his ex-wife, Christina Carano, he had "experiences with men." Now, in a new interview, the "I Won't Give Up" singer reflects on his journey towards self-acceptance and the challenges he faced along the way.
Growing up in Mechanicsville, Virginia, Jason's fear of coming out was fueled by the conservative community he lived in. Even after leaving home, he still carried that fear with him and struggled to break out of it. But his fame in the early 2000s, thanks to the success of "I'm Yours", only added to the pressure he felt to conform to societal norms.
In a recent appearance on Jesse Tyler Ferguson's podcast, "Dinner's On Me", Jason shared, "I still took with me the conservative street that I grew up on, and that was very hard to ignore or to break out of." He admitted to being shy and scared of what his family and hometown would think of him. However, he added that his parents have been very supportive of him.
Despite his struggles, Jason is grateful for the relationships he has had in his life, even the short ones. He believes that they have all taught him valuable lessons and helped him grow as a person. He also shared that while he hasn't found love yet, he is content with where he is in life and has a newfound love for himself.
In 2023, Jason divorced his ex-wife Christina and referred to himself as a "late bloomer". He said, "My life is just starting." During his marriage, he explored his sexuality and came to terms with his true self. He also shared that he wrote "I'm Yours" in just 20-30 minutes and never expected it to become the hit it is today.
Last year, Jason also appeared on season 32 of "Dancing with the Stars", where he placed second with his partner Daniella Karagach. As he continues to make music and share his talent with the world, Jason hopes to inspire others to embrace their true selves and find love and happiness in their own unique ways.
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