Da Brat on Waiting 25 Years to Come Out: “I Just Kept It to Myself”

The first female rapper to go platinum as a solo artist, Da Brat, stops by “Tamron Hall” to discuss her history-making career. From working on her debut album, “Funkdafied,” to finding love-Da Brat opens up like never-before. She also dishes on the new season of “Growing Up Hip Hop: Atlanta” with her girlfriend, CEO of Kaleidoscope Hair Products Jesseca Dupart, and Grammy Award-winning record producer Jermaine Dupri.
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[@shirleycampbell936]

Who all knew she was gay for 25 years raise your hand ✋...

[@nesq4104]

I think its more that she is old school and we worry more about the type of judgment we went thru back then. Now younger kids don't care.

[@ridamichelle5451]

✋

[@ctkmobambi]

🙋‍♂️🤷‍♂️🙋‍♂️

[@Mochahontas091]

✋🏾✋🏾✋🏾

[@cristalp.2710]

🤚🤚🤚

[@wanda01141]

Like literally EVERYONE AND THIER MOTHER knew DaBrat was/is gay!

[@ChooseU4ever]

Exactly

[@tommoney9157]

Except white American😂😂

[@latifalaurel5903]

@Wanda j even stevie wonder sees it, cthu. Are they fr right now lol

[@037deejay]

Ok. And their 3rd cousin. LOL

[@Queenalika85]

😂😂😂

[@mycreatiolove8423]

Who didn't know this already, just like Queen Latifah.

[@rosalynlake8460]

And missy

[@missdemeanor3219]

And MC Lyte

[@lucasmccauley3883]

Hello. Mycreatio. How are you doing

[@jessicajamise]

Brat.... Pumpkin.... You're late to your own party...

[@letonyastreety4143]

Exactly. I knew it the first time I saw Da Brat.

[@indiawilliams879]

Missy Elliott, Da Brat and Queen Latifah always gave off them types of vibes. I don't care. They are all my faves.

[@charlinda_is_her_2058]

True,we all waiting for them to confirm what we been knew from the jump

[@beautifulwonderful4391]

@@charlinda_is_her_2058 How did you know?

[@mybrainismagiccity]

So true

[@mydjsoundz]

She dressed like a whole dude for forty years. She didn’t have to come out we already knew lol 🤣🤣🤣🤦🏾‍♂️

[@RICHSOULheartofgold]

IKR LOL!!

[@pamelaowens3826]

Datprt

[@latifalaurel5903]

@@RICHSOULheartofgold cthu, they can't be serious right now. We all knew lol

[@brettsfav4]

🤣

[@Kat89115]

Right😂😂😂

[@TheRemixstress]

Chile, this is like telling people that water is wet...... *We already know that, just like we already knew THIS.*

[@dancing523]

LOL!!!!!! Exactly!!!!!!!

[@dionneaseals]

🤣🤣🤣

[@MSGoal160]

LoL... Her and Queen and Miss

[@terrelljones2512]

😂😂😂

[@Betty_Monroe]

😂😭

[@TemptressMoon]

As if we didn’t know. Ray Charles could see she was gay and he’s blind and dead.

[@amb.gigi_]

🤭🤭

[@AmaryllisTV]

🤣🤣🤣😭😭😭

[@mariaalex-grady1752]

🤣🤣

[@m.o.b.1696]

WORD😭😭😭😭 THEY CALLED HER A STEM🙈🙆🏾‍♂️

[@Sweetjunglequeen]

😂😂😂

[@elmirekidd1731]

She's always been so pretty though. Like... always.

[@jjohnson8499]

The only thing that suprises me is that she actually wears more make up and prettied now. So she definitely embraces her feminine side too.

[@MsTraydale]

It's a good thing beauty and lesbianism have nothing to do with each other then.

[@donnathomas8587]

She came out to herself because we already knew..

[@melanielidji8992]

That part ☝🏾😂😂

[@lakishaarrington7573]

I guess that’s the first step because we are not shocked 😳

[@ms.p5183]

Exactly!!😂

[@maryarmstrong615]

🎯🎯🎯

[@Capricorn.K]

Right her and missy

[@Misnyc]

Is this for real?!? We all knew Da Brat was gay!

[@DionnaHayden]

I was thinking the same thing. We knew when her first video dropped. I can understand why she kept private though.

[@jaibanks7151]

@@DionnaHayden yes. We all knew. But she Never came out till Now. Actually hearing it from her own mouth makes it less Speculations. & factual!( Love from oakland California)

[@Misnyc]

@@jaibanks7151 less speculation?!?

[@beefaye6861]

Right....but she never said it this way....!

[@Nylah-lm9os]

I never cared its her life. she seems to be an overall good person that's all that matters.

[@Amy-ej2px]

First off, Da Brat's almost 50 yrs old and she absolutely does pass for 32. Wow! Second, that smile that Brat had on her face when her gf said that she loves her :( OMG. I can't imagine how hard it's been for her to not be able to publicly express those types of emotions about someone that she's in a relationship with. So happy for her.

[@Diamond88keyz]

yep she really looks very young.

[@personaldanceparty5518]

Right... it’s nice to see her joy

[@TheDawnofVanlife]

Absolutely, this is what matters.

[@thegrandcanyonisegypt2489]

i thought the gf was the nother at first🤷🏽‍♀️

[@revekat2053]

@@thegrandcanyonisegypt2489 her fiance is only 39.

[@sjcbless0228]

A lot of times when celebrities "come out" people start with a " I already knew that!" but what we still fail to realize is they are human and its their choice when and how and IF to tell their story.

[@groot7469]

💯💯💯

[@TheDawnofVanlife]

YES! This is what matters.

[@pafena]

Duh!!!!!

[@CocoLane]

Well said!!!!!

[@christinaware7422]

Everybody and they momma been knew she was gay YEARS AGO!!

[@sunshinerobinson1123]

Me too. It's good she's talking about it.

[@lynetteprice360]

Hello

[@1handsmoke565]

True.... My aunt is 103 years old and she knows.

[@lovingmemories8902]

Grandmama, Auntie, Niece, Sister, Girl next door, Ho from around the way, side bit@h...GIRL WE ALREADY KNEW. Get off my TL with this old ass not new news. 😂😂😂

[@kimberlydill8059]

Not when she was in the video with Tyrese

[@Shaquanda]

I didn’t even know she wasn’t “out” until she came out. I thought she was already living in her truth. Who didn’t know?

[@yolandaedwards3410]

Exactly🤦🏾‍♀️

[@Roses-mg8mg]

This is so fake what is she acting like she’s so nervous yet they are alllll over social media now with it. Why is it this big reveal now?

[@JuanitaMichelle]

This is what I wanna know. Who these ppl that been asleep?

[@BrusselsNoSprouts]

Evidently, Da Brat. 🤔🤔🤔🤨🤐

[@Shaquanda]

@@BrusselsNoSprouts yea well I guess so.

[@kittydaniels-henry1404]

I’m so happy for Da Brat & Judy ❤️ while most of us had an idea, it’s refreshing to see Da Brat happy, in love and living her life freely and finally unbothered.

[@kickitwithkim1635]

This "coming out" is 25 years too long! Missy Elliot... where ya at?

[@taradickey1]

RIGHT??? been waiting on her

[@cjoviac]

Why did I think MC Lyte was gay, too? She’s married now though. Uhm. That surprised me soo much. At the end of the day, just want everyone to be HAPPY!!

[@kickitwithkim1635]

@@cjoviac yeah... he is her beard. Lol

[@marebear19671]

Missy is too but why come out,that's your business.

[@tamarat.8810]

👀

[@mottie77ful]

Brat is 45? WOW! She looks 20 something!🤯

[@clearlyc2438]

She doesn't look 45. I was thinking the same.

[@gingerandspice1209]

No lies detected!

[@batissta44]

Cap. She looks like she's inbewtween the age of 35 - 40

[@queenmica7992]

Brat 💄 makeup always on point!!

[@joshandabradford8749]

Yess!! And hair❤

[@shannonstokes4691]

Always!

[@ariessoldiersmilitaryaffil6656]

That’s Aries ♈️

[@ms.bubs4fun506]

Right! She is extremely beautiful.

[@davesmoothie]

...like FrFr

[@Trunicorn_sprinkles]

1st female rapper to go platinum. I love Brat. 60644. I’m glad she was finally able to come out.

[@phee4512]

I love the way Tamron interviews people. I see why they trust her with their stories.

[@LaShundaBradfield]

She didn't need to confirm or deny. We always knew or assumed and we didn't care.We enjoyed her music and her being down to earth. I'm just glad she able to live in her truth and is beyond happy

[@mylifesings]

Sis, yes!!!

[@BluntressVidaLoca]

We knew we never assumed. She let us know. She has been communicating I’m a lesbian to us. Communication isn’t always verbal. She popped up on the scene as a stud. I’m her age I remember she was always a stud always she raps like a stud. A album is coming soon

[@misslyricalpenny]

@@BluntressVidaLoca I never got the Stud vibe when her music career launched but then again I was 12 sooo there's that. Lol. I thought more tomboy and I was like YES! Someone who wears baggy clothes which was my thing. After getting a little older, it became apparent that she was but I didn't care because she's a dope lyricist. She still doesn't give me stud vides simply because of the full face of make up. Lol. But in the end, glad she is happy.

[@godsproperty5411]

ABSOLUTELY 💯

[@TheDawnofVanlife]

@@BluntressVidaLoca Litterally every female rapper and many R&B artist wore baggy clothes back then. I mean her vibe was kinda different then say 'a left eye' but being tomboyish as a female rapper was just the thing. Being masculine as a female rapper was almost necessary before the tide kinda started to turn with rappers like Lil Kim. And being sexy and 'hard' began to become more of a thing. They even tried to feminize Da Brat with that tide (didn't last, of course).

[@MicroTex23]

45 years young DaBrat girl, Black don't crack, keep living your life and me being a fan we all knew and it was never a problem back in the 90's for the real fans who love and appreciated your gifts. Keep shining and be happy, life is very short.

[@tichinamcdonald0429]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@momusic3327]

And still got that baby voice lol

[@rogerstameeka]

💯💯💯

[@keyshial8235]

Yes i love her 😊🤗 happy for her ❤❤😘😘

[@ruthgonsalves2688]

i love it "Bitch i guess we just came out" love the attitude and the femi about it

[@madreep]

I'm rooting for everybody to find the kind of love that makes them whole. It's a gift and doesn't matter what kind of package it's wrapped in.

[@seaor2k122]

Really?

[@rondar.8746]

Tamron is such a breath of fresh air. No drama.

[@fatonyalmitchell3281]

Hell yeah ‼️ they tried to take her light 🕯️ away like saying she on cocaine in college

[@LyRiCss718]

Yes, finally a good show to watch at 10am

[@xoangelicaf0523]

I love Da Brats personality & I’ve always thought she was a lesbian.

[@thecurator2626]

I was an early fan. I had no idea about her personal life and never cared to know. It has always been her music 🎶 moving me. I'm glad she's happy.

[@wandabarnes8227]

Although we pretty much knew she was gay or bi, it is so sweet to see her find someone so perfect for her, they compliment each other beautifully....love each other and be happy ❤️

[@IgnoranceIsNotCute]

If you grew up in the 90s, this was the worst kept secret lol to those of us who are true fans. It just didn’t sit right with me when they (her record company) tried to “fem” her up. Hunny, most of us already knew and we’re your fans regardless ❤️

[@samcook6603]

lol when she wore that bathing suit in the video with Tyrese

[@daintykeisha9787]

Yes lawd!! There was no secret. She was who she was and we loved her regardless.

[@NikeEyez]

She actually was bisexual.... She would be a "Basketball Wife" she was with Iverson and Webber..... A few other NBA stars..... She was Khloe Kardashian b4 Khole. We all waiting for Trina to come on and admit her truth!!!

[@samcook6603]

@@NikeEyez Trina AND Missy for that matter lol....but We gonna love Missy regardless, they came up in a time where u could not be openly gay, which is sad af, because now a days in music artist are so free with it, like lil Nas X

[@jasmineb4787]

I heard Mary J. Too

[@queencandace6675]

I don't know why Da Brat is so nervous. We all knew when she stepped on the scene. It was obvious. No one cared or judged. It's good that she is comfortable walking in her truth.

[@Bycfedwards]

I’m glad she is brave enough to share this. It takes courage for people to accept themselves and to share it in front of millions. I commend you!

[@SonyaLCH]

When was she ever "in"? I never assumed that she was straight or closeted.

[@TripleBlsdNHlyFvrd]

I support Shante' "Da Brat" on whatever she wants to do, BUT I cannot and will not continue to support her in keeping her Make-up tips to herself, lol. For years I've been wanting to see a makeup tutorial of Da Brat. 😊

[@eyt1985]

Yes her makeup has been Beat! Since day 1

[@glittergirl-tz4ru]

Yes!!! She is gorgeous and gets it right every time. I don’t wear makeup at all but she makes me want to see a MUA

[@reignnoire2817]

Okay, I thought you were about to say something completely different after that "BUT" and I was prepared...but you just sat here and spoke a word. I need the full skin care routine. Her skin is flawless.

[@TripleBlsdNHlyFvrd]

@@reignnoire2817 😄😄😄 Lol. I was like watch, someone is going to think I'm getting ready to say something very throwed😄. In all seriousness, she's always been so pretty and her Make-up has always been on point. I love the fact that she wears her hair styles however she chooses and never looks out of sort....it's her whole persona and fits her personality. Been rocking with Brat since Funkdafied on The Box😊 Saw her in the Set It Off play in 2018 and did her thang then too as Cleo.

[@sakoiyakelley1820]

Always beat!!!

[@hit2hard71]

Somebody tell brat we knew she was gay 25 years ago, lol, she really thought she was in the closet, ...bless her heart.

[@Diamond88keyz]

nahhhh she knows everyone knows she is gay. She is just using it so she can be in the publics' eyes.

[@hit2hard71]

@@Diamond88keyz she was in the public eye 25 trs ago, we knew she was gay then. did you know or suspected??

[@eas40753]

These two women love one another so much. Watch Da Brat’s face as Judy speaks about her. It’s so beautiful. We should all desire to have our person speak of us and feel this way for us. I certainly do! So, so happy for them!!

[@sailormoon3700]

She’s always been so beautiful to me. Hair and makeup always on point. So happy for her 🙏🏽💕

[@deecollier696]

JD said when he signed her he like that she already dressed like kriss kross....SHE STILL DOES 😂😂😂

[@RaphaEl-pn8ue]

Right. Grow up

[@katenezich2363]

I DO WANT HER TO CHANGE HER STYLE SOME SHE'S TO GROWN TO LOOK LIKE A BIG ASS KID ALL THE TIME I LIKE HER BUT TIME TO SWITCH THE STYLE UP

[@fatonyalmitchell3281]

HELL yeah ‼️😂

[@aarmstrong110]

Yes i would love to see Brat in a nice sun dress with some pretty sandals on

[@jjohnson8499]

@@katenezich2363 Well her make up game is better.

[@kayess718]

This woman does not age. And that's on Mary had a little lamb! 😂😂

[@kanada3341]

Riiight , and she is so pretty 😍

[@lunahmoon8286]

😂😂😂

[@TrueHealth27]

@@kanada3341 Definitely gorgeous!!!

[@queennikki2487]

In such a judgmental world, this was refreshing that Tamron gave her this first confirmation interview. It doesn’t matter what the world has thought of DaBrat’s sexual preference, it’s about her building the confidence to embrace it and share her Truth! Ase’ 👑🙏🏽🥰🌈

[@dpcisunbreakable]

Thank you! 💯

[@elizabethb988]

Live in your truth girl! Acknowledging your sexuality, comfort & happiness is so empowering! Thanks for sharing the love; more blessings to you and your family!

[@Ayesha_Michelle]

So happy for her, it's not about us all knowing she was gay, it's about her having the freedom to live her truth. It's shocking how many people from an older generation are still afraid to live their truth. Thankfully there is more tolerance 💕

[@lovewalk101]

Exactly! Folks acting like she did this for them, lol. She knew what people thought of her and that they called her gay...she said she did. Yet she made this decision about how she wanted to live her life, in her own timing, when she was ready and without the influence of other people. How someone chooses to live their life is a very personal choice, no matter how others think they should or how they perceive them.

[@keashantlhane6498]

Thank you people in these comments with alotta Disrespect

[@MichelleSmith-nj2if]

Yes, we all knew she was gay however it’s different when one comes out and confirm....Due to many reasons not confirming earlier. Now we’re waiting on Queen Latifah and Missy Elliott ❤️

[@danacooper6723]

They aren't coming out but we know.

[@AMJ360]

Queen Latifah?? Paparazzi caught her a few times already..

[@lakeshiaball1609]

Queen Latifah and Missy both came out years ago and Queen Latifah and her mate was trying to have a baby some years back to

[@StandupGirl-ym3ey]

But we knowwwwwwwww!!

[@xoangelicaf0523]

Queen Latifah got a whole woman she don’t need to come out lol

[@JF-co8wj]

The dog walking around on the couch had me laughing. Everyone saying “they knew all these years” it doesn’t matter because she had to be comfortable with speaking it out loud and showing it openly. Growing up in the restraints of the church like she did I’m sure she struggled for decades. Also, can we stop putting labels on what ppl wear. If I wear a suit and tie everyday am I gay?

[@derrickarmstrong1637]

I went to high school with her it was an alternative school for young adults with some issues she is original and a great person

[@nterlocknsouls835]

I'm so glad she is finally happy and is not worried about what everyone has to say.

[@newtothis5650]

I definitely wouldn’t care! Live tour life I am not your judge!

[@tashabrown8301]

Yesssssss!!!!!

[@EbonyJoneskuye]

She's been walking around like a dude.

[@spiritualisrael007]

Um... She was already out of the closet as far as I am concerned. No one was even saying anything negative about her.

[@asiadlafrance9734]

But I also do believe that she need to repeat

[@HB-yk4ut]

She always looked like a stud to me. Especially in that Glitter movie she did. Not surprising to me at all.🤪🤣😂

[@missdee7045]

A beautiful stud. Yes.

[@fatonyalmitchell3281]

Me either 🤷

[@beverlygreenhill2069]

EXACTLY. WHO DIDN'T KNOW 🤔🤔

[@traditionallyuniquedesigns6531]

Exactly. She was fooling no one. Lisa Raye looks bisexual.

[@beverlygreenhill2069]

@@traditionallyuniquedesigns6531 YES LISA RAYE DO 😂😂

[@agnes14ish]

She knew we all knew! She's just confirming what we already knew. Live your life love is love 💕

[@ew3764]

Congratulations on being strong enough to come out and be confident in who you are and secure in your relationship. Whether it was 20,30,40yrs. Live in your truth to the fullest.

[@thompsonad8540]

What's so funny about DaBrat is she's still dressing exactly like she did as a kid.???

[@audreymo63]

Ikr..same clothes...but makeup always 🔥

[@k.p.5240]

Yeah- @ 50+ = SO CORNee/ like GROW the hell UP already 🙄

[@doughboysgetit4350]

It's her brand.

[@thompsonad8540]

Doughboys G, makes sense, kinda

[@princessbc9791]

@@k.p.5240 So she has 5 years to grow up based on your theory?! Lol

[@jeremymoore145]

Jokes aside. I’m glad she’s speaking her truth.

[@tranquilshorestravelagency9641]

Huh she didn't have to say anything.

[@marymartha5363]

Now you can speak yours.

[@jeremymoore145]

@@marymartha5363 was that suppose to be a joke?

[@jeremymoore145]

@@tranquilshorestravelagency9641 she didn’t. Nobody’s business.

[@marymartha5363]

@@jeremymoore145 , yea and it's on you.

[@So.avant.garde1]

Thank you for the interview. It was done very well. I appreciate the respect given to The Brat, as she has no reason nor is it her responsibility to share her private business to any one. Thank you Brat. 😘

[@kiaparker5731]

I just love them two together. Their interaction, you can see the love there. I wish them nothing but the best ❤️❤️

[@j.r6827]

Who was she hiding this from, stevie wonder.

[@yvettepurnell-davis5626]

🤣🤣🤣 right...

[@Qd322]

Even he knew

[@j.r6827]

@@Qd322 right he sensed it to.

[@BN2K]

Even Stevie Wonder knew 🤣🤣

[@twintkda]

Lordt lol! 😂

[@niemasaunders7669]

Even though a lot of people knew or had a feeling she was into females when she first came out. I'm glad she was able to come out on her own and not force to just tell people when she wasn't ready.

[@shymcg]

Agreed!

[@aderlinejohnson8566]

Judy definitely forced her. Judy is using her. She forced da brat to come out so she'll get exposure. Once Judy gets all the exposure she feels she need,she's going to leave da brat. I didn't think da brat was slow but I guess she's just in love to the point she can't tell Judy is using her

[@niemasaunders7669]

Well rather she was forced by Judy at least she didn't come out when she wasn't ready. She said it out of her mouth and people didn't see her kissing a girl and put it on social media

[@Amy-ej2px]

Yes, but gawd, the fact that she's still nervous in 2021. That's so sad. :( Love you, Brat.

[@niemasaunders7669]

@@Amy-ej2px That is so sad that most people still is so nervous to come out about who they love.

[@nitab585]

I needed to rewatch this💕 im so grateful for her transparency💕💯🙌🏾 cant wait to meet them 🥰

[@MommaB-j6n]

I’m happy to see that she’s happy and has found someone that truly loves her.

[@chrisisslick]

Seems like since grandma died its cool go ahead and "come out". No hate, just seems to be the case.

[@deandrasheart6477]

Yea that’s what I got

[@yoliebee9176]

Exactly, I just am happy for her to live in her truth.

[@kittycouture9643]

Oh trust and believe grandma knew too!

[@carlamcneal8941]

@@kittycouture9643 yep!

[@Mochahontas091]

I can understand the respect!

[@prettypuffprincess]

Waited 25 years to say what EVERYONE knew😩🤣

[@monique.thenurse55]

DaBrat made the right decision of keeping her life private. We knew for a long time since the 90’s .. we were waiting for her to reveal her truth . Beautiful couple,Be happy live and enjoy your life 🖤

[@blacquediamondz2589]

Just because ppl might have assumed, expected or knew.....its still her life, her business and her choice. I'm glad she's finally in her comfort zone now and NO LONGER CARE WHAT SOCIETY THINKS

[@YCU6566]

You are absolutely right

[@kflowers1267]

Because she knew it conflicts with her religious upbringing.

[@BluntressVidaLoca]

WTF her entire family knew. This was never a secret. This interview is a lie to build her up a album is coming

[@foryou6yn]

I did not know the brat had that much religious strong religious background

[@lastdays3148]

@@foryou6yn , neither did I. Especially when she mentioned being brought up into a Holiness. I was a Teenager Lady, during the 1980s and I also grew up in one of those strict Holiness Churches. That caused some of us from that background to rebel. Due, towards their very strict rules🤦🏾‍♀️

[@spiritualisrael007]

The way she dressed would have conflicted with her "religious upbringing". This doesn't make any sense to me. Everyone already knew.

[@RteeAlvarez]

And she rebelled

[@its420somewhererightnow]

Baggy clothes was the thing back then. Xscape did it, kris kross, so brat hid behind that. Baggy clothes doesn't mean U r gay. Coming out is a scary event. God Bless her. The moment she was comfortable in her truth, she found love!💯💯

[@Blueprintforauthors]

❤️ how she describes how her girlfriend makes her feel!!

[@lashayeenamitchell]

Da Brat you inspire me more than you'll ever know. Thank you for sharing your story. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@wwnnn16]

Is it wrong that this is NOT surprising??

[@teeganohara5698]

No. LOL.

[@r7kelley553]

Going by the comments I don't think anyone was surprised

[@Gen965]

Exactly, it didn't take a rocket scientist to figure that out.🤷🏾‍♂️

[@faith9508]

I remember in the beginning of her career seeing her at evergreen plaza. She tried to hit on me. I ignored it and on my ride home one of my college friends said who she was. I just always thought she was androgynous. I don't understand why celebrities feel the need to come out when it's obvious and completely acceptable in 2021. I believe that was over 20 years and I still remember it to this day because she was the first woman to hit on me and she was so beautiful! So ending the story by saying I thought everyone knew.

[@lb1798]

When people say living in "their truth"....are they the only one that don't already know?

[@mztweedy1349]

I knew the first time I saw her!!! The way she carried herself, the way she dressed, the way she talked, the way she act, the way she rapped, everything about her I saw it years ago...🤷💅✌️

[@iemevrywoman1358]

Great interview. I love LOVE! Whatever that looks like. I'm glad they found it and are happy. Blessings on Blessings 🙌🏿

[@tamilamyers9749]

You didn't have to wait so long to come out. Girl! What all know from day one. We love you, We respect you, Don't let no one ever hold you down or Hold you back or Hold you from your shine.** So glad you're free and You're finally out. Live your life! 🙏🏾😘💕💐

[@appiconll]

🤣😂waited 25yrs huh? Lol we knew 25 years ago🤦🏾‍♂️

[@mylifesings]

😂😂🤣🤣

[@MzSam2U]

Right 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@mz.williams7368]

Ikr🤣🤣🤣

[@llw53one]

Everyone is saying they know. I believe this is about Brat just acknowledging her sexuality and happiness publicly. I appreciate Brat sharing with us. I love to see her happy. Brat just has an awesome personality and she is just a good person. Periodt.

[@catherinejones2380]

I wonder who even care im just saying its her life her business

[@missdee7045]

I just don't believe ppl have to 'come out'. Just live your life. Ppl will think what they want regardless.

[@catherinejones2380]

@@missdee7045 i know huh thats whats wrong with the world worrying about what everyone else think and its not about the people knowing your business its about how you live your own life and what GOD see and receiving forgiveness and blessings from him not the world

[@MonetMagnolia]

@@missdee7045you want folks to stay in the closet so you can be comfortable?

[@MonetMagnolia]

@@catherinejones2380 It has absolutely nothing to do with wanting approval for the world. Folks come out to live their truth.

[@honeyasonja522]

Omg the So so def jdupri remix of gonna give it to ya, timeless!! DaBrat is a str8 veteran real hip-hop legend skills talent, practice of mastery is eternally infinite! Much love DaBrat my girl she and Pac, YoYo, Salt n Peppa, LL, kid n play, and many more helped bring me into my womanhood and Queendom many great thanks🙏🙌💖

[@sooutstanding31]

She been came out. Listen to her song "What do you like" with Tyrese. She said "attracted to those him, her, and you" damn people don't listen to music lyrics.

[@HarrisPilton789]

You could look at her and see she’s gay!

[@shantem92]

To ever in the comments saying “we already knew she was gay” because of the way she dressed and all that. That doesn’t mean a damn thing you can dress just like a tomboy and not be gay!! STOP

[@dtrn254]

Correct

[@deandrasheart6477]

You know people are IGNORANT AND SMALL MINDED

[@joannaseverin-nichol6115]

I knew she was gay. Myself and a girlfriend saw her in Toronto with her girlfriend at the time in Toronto Canada at least 15 years ago...

[@Thatslaw]

Right.

[@Thatslaw]

@Cornelia Fulmore mc Lyte dressed masculine too and she is married to a man. 😂

[@MsChubbyface]

Girl, some people don’t need to come out. 😂 Chile we knew from jump what was up and loved her.

[@dpcisunbreakable]

You don't understand that process, obviously. So please stop minimizing its necessity. And just because one person's coming out experience occurs without problems does not mean others will be so lucky..

[@bayblotternews4939]

It doesn't matter what any of you say about Brat "Whether you knew or didn't" Her ass showed all of you that "SHE CAME OUT WHEN SHE WANTED TO" and the main point of this all... "She's very happy while a lot of you are not." Continue to be the best you BRAT... No one needs anyone else's approval just to be with a capitol (B and E) = "to BE in their own existence."

[@nmajors27]

Girl I have been listening to you and a fan since I was 11-12yrs old.. I already knew. I knew you’d come out or do you whenever you felt comfortable or just wanted to period. Still a fan been a fan since the 90’s ❤️

[@beamonetleeharris2424]

Girl we been knew for 25 years 💆😂😂💁🙄

[@StandupGirl-ym3ey]

Right!!!

[@MoeSoNatural]

DaBrat is so kid-like. She seems shy af and I feel like BB Judy runs the relationship

[@missdee7045]

Yes seems very shy. Always have.

[@fatonyalmitchell3281]

U already know

[@personaldanceparty5518]

She’s adorable... & it’s beautiful to be adorable at her age

[@Peace2dagawdz]

She's extremely shy. I wonder if they're going to last

[@samnews76]

For those who are still in the closet read the comments before. Most of the people (except great-grandma) in your circle probably already know whether you are a stud or a fem. If you are coming out it is for yourself. And why the hell in this day in time do you have to announce your sexuality?!! The late great singer Luther never did. Just do your thing. Most people don't even care these days. Your character is more important to others than what gender you are attractive to. Just be who you are and keep it moving.

[@yolandasingleton9360]

I watched this and cried I'm still not living out loud I'm a fan of brat and now want to live out loud too but have been scared because of bad past experiences thank you brat is one of the people I would love to meet consider me inspired I feel there is hope for me to be happy and find love

[@lts2005]

Brat, I think everyone knew! I think we were more surprised that she dated Allen Iverson tbh😂. People love Brat for being herself.❤️

[@TripleBlsdNHlyFvrd]

Brat and Tamron are literally 2 of the most gorgeous women..... All love from Texas!

[@melindamullins9649]

We are happy for the brat and we are so glad that she's able to live in her truth congratulations to both of you God bless✌👑💛🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@momloves235]

Come out straight and we would have been surprised. Every one knew and guess what, we love you.

[@jujununya9182]

Da Brat changed outfits 3 times in the interview LOL

[@daintykeisha9787]

I said the same thing! 🤣😂🤣❤️❤️❤️

[@BloodNote]

I thought I was bugging🤣 I walked in at one part. Blinked basically and new outfit. 😆

[@ashekkam5094]

Lol right, i was like hol' up!!!

[@Smarterthanyew]

That's the Mariah influence

[@PaisleyMoon2022]

Girl, we all knew! 🤦🏽‍♀️ Just waiting on Missy and Latifah to come out too.

[@youngatwista]

i swear!! dont know what they waitin on

[@wanda01141]

Right lol

[@aefaecadg]

Latifah has been out.

[@stephaniecrumpton2133]

I thought the same thing

[@yesisaidit6894]

right she NEVER had me fooled she like queen latifah YOU DONT HAVE TO SAY A WORD its obvious now how long this relationship will last the jury still out on that lol

[@fiyahflyoooo1895]

They seem very happy together. I have never seen Brat act so loving lmao it's funny but very cute. She cooks and everything lmao I never would have thought of Brat as the wife

[@yalondadaniels6613]

This was my life as well. Couldn't watch TV, go to the doctor, wear makeup or nail polish. Had to wear long sleeves, no instruments, church songs were sang Acapella, etc. What's crazy is my church was some of the most beautiful people. My pastors stance was better safe than sorry. They were the most beautiful people but I couldn't get with their program. They NEVER tried to make feel as if I was wrong.

[@ms.t8313]

Tamron Hall cracked me up when she pointed out that the Brat had 4 wardrobe changes during this interview. It was so unnecessary for the Brat to change her clothes 4 times, show her Gucci backpack sitting next to her & show her dogs scrawling around. Brat was never that type of woman in my head Lol 😂

[@Cynisecheri]

Exactly!!! The bag on the couch was tacky AF. Brat, Stop showing off that same ole backpack we see you wear in every scene of “Growing up Hip Hop”. It’s tired

[@blackahjumma692]

i believe this is tho most feminine that i have seen her behave; she and her girlfriend both look beautiful

[@tyleenponds9555]

I had to rewind to make sure I wasn't trippin!!!!

[@veronicahenderson253]

Her coming out is like when my brother came out we ALREADY KNEW she just now figuring it out NOW we can get on with loving her like we ALWAYS have

[@KEEKEE2FINE]

We may have already known this But coming out when she was ready is Liberating her! I’m proud of her! I love them together! This was A nice and pleasant interview!

[@TheStarrShine]

Love you, Queen Brat. Happy to see you living in your truth. 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@Welcometothenow]

Is Gucci paying for advertisements? She got the scarf on and the bags...on live tv.

[@ClinicalCounselingWithTselane]

I was like 🤔

[@taieunice]

And she changed her clothes like 3 times lol

[@bonnieblancho7381]

@@taieunice Right doing way too damn much

[@victoriaalvin2446]

She just loves Gucci! That's her choice.

[@Welcometothenow]

@@victoriaalvin2446 you missed the point. Usually, some shows or movies dont allow that type of obvious advertisement featuring logos unless the company paid for product placement. This is why water bottles logos are usually concealed or the Apple logo is concealed. If it isnt then the brand may have paid for placement to advertise their product. This is why I put emphasis on LIVE TV.

[@SallieandSamStyle]

Did anyone notice DaBrat’s 3 outfit changes in this one video 🤦🏽‍♀️ 😂

[@Lrhselab]

I was looking for this comment. I'm thinking, "so, NOBODY is saying anything about the various looks she gave in this one interview?"

[@KimHelm]

i was confused lol

[@royalgems5185]

Excxtrae

[@rozwilcher]

We knew but she had never openly admitted it. She is now free and happy with her love. The both are gorgeous and I pray they continue to be happy together or not.

[@Kiwi-mm7gu]

I love their relationship. I love you BRAT LIVE YOUR LIFE I WILL ALWAYS BE A FAN.

[@mustafaa965]

We all may have suspected, but NOW we know because she has let the world know. She is happy. And, I am happy for her.

[@majorsolutionsllc]

I love the beautiful, "real" smile on Brat's face when she said she loved her. It's beautiful. No matter what your sexual preference. it is difficult to find true love on the Earth and I applaud and am happy for anyone who truly, finds it.

[@doughboysgetit4350]

Yep, her expression when hearing Jesseca speaking. Definitely in a happy place.

[@butterflyblessbless5836]

Well said 👏🏾👏🏾

[@peterssister421]

👏👏👏👏

[@veronicacooper4397]

I'm happy she cam live her life out loud!! Everybody deserves to happy... I understand the worrying about what people say or think at a young age... When your younger you worry when you older you don't give a darn!!!!

[@ramelmil8552]

Brat...we knew and LOVED YOU ANYWAY! Finally live your truth and be happy. We love u❤