Matt Healy seen for first time after being banned from Malaysia over on-stage kiss
ok.co.ukThe 1975’s Matty Healy was spotted strolling around sunny Los Angeles for the first time since his on-stage antics sparked outrage in Malaysia.The British singer made headlines after kissing his bandmate on stage during a performance, causing a stir in the country over their LGBTQ+ laws.
Dressed casually in a white vest and blue baggy shorts, the 34 year old was seen examining the wheels of his flashy BMW soft-top car while out in West Hollywood.The Sound singer hunkered down next to the pavement, getting up close and personal with the silver rims of his car as he chatted with a man who appeared to be a valet.
During their performance in Malaysia, Matty sparked controversy when he grabbed the face of his bass-playing friend, Ross MacDonald, and passionately kissed him in front of a packed crowd.The on-stage same-sex affection was followed by a profanity-laden speech, which did not sit well with the Good Vibes Festival organisers.
In response to the incident, the festival's remaining three-day events were canceled due to the "controversial conduct and remarks" made by Matty Healy.The cancellation affected performances by Australian singer-songwriter The Kid Laroi and American rock band The Strokes, who were scheduled to play at the festival.The repercussions of the controversy extended to The 1975's tour plans in Asia, leading to the cancellation of two tour dates.The band announced that their performances at We The Fest in Jakarta, Indonesia, and at the Taipei Music Centre in Taiwan would not go ahead.
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