Hayley Kiyoko ignores police to bring drag queens on stage in Tennesse
nme.comHayley Kiyoko has claimed she was threatened with legal action before her performance with drag queens at her concert in Nashville, Tennessee.The singer took to Instagram to share a video in which she explained that she was told since her shows are all ages if she were to bring out drag queens, she could face legal action.
This is due to Tennessee’s new anti-drag restrictions.“They warned us to not bring any drag performers on stage,” Kiyoko shared in the caption of the video. “I never want to put anyone in a position to be at risk or in danger in any way.
But also where is the line of being silenced? How do we navigate these absurd threats and laws against our community? I find pride in making sure my concerts are safe places for ALL.”A post shared by hayley kiyoko (@hayleykiyoko)She continued: “How can I do that if we aren’t allowed to be ourselves, especially at a predominantly queer concert?
We deserve to have a safe space to be ourselves while we navigate the evil that is threatening our own existence.”The 32-year-old singer, who identifies as lesbian, added through tears: “I’m so sorry to my community, and I’m just devastated.
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