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Jaden Smith calls Tyler the Creator his ‘boyfriend’ on stage

Neither rappers have publicly announced their sexuality

Published

6 years ago

November 13, 2018

Jaden Smith (Photo via Wikimedia Commons)

Jaden Smith surprised the crowd during his concert at Dodges Stadium in Los Angeles on Sunday when he unexpectedly called Tyler the Creator his “boyfriend.”

Smith, the 20-year-old son of Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith, was performing as part of Tyler’s Camp Flog Gnaw when he paused in the middle of his show.

“I just want to say, Tyler, the Creator is the best friend in the world and I love him so fucking much,” he tells the crowd.“Tyler doesn’t want to say, but Tyler’s my motherfucking boyfriend and he’s been my motherfucking boyfriend my whole fucking life. Tyler, the Creator is my motherfucking boyfriend. It’s true. Tyler, the Creator is my fucking boyfriend, if you take anything away from this fucking show, that’s what you take away.”

In a video captured by a fan, Tyler, 27, can be seen laughing and shaking his head.

Jaden Smith says that Tyler, The Creator is his boyfriend: pic.twitter.com/iIVPB8QMEO

— Odd Future (@OddFuturePage) November 12, 2018

“Yup @tylerthecreator I Told Everyone You Can’t Deny It Now,” Smith tweeted after the show which promoted a response from Tyler the Creator.

hahaha you a crazy nigga man

— Tyler, The Creator (@tylerthecreator) November 12, 2018

Neither of the rappers has publicly announced their sexuality. While Smith’s announcement may have been a joke, Tyler the Creator has hinted at being gay or bisexual numerous times. On his song “I Ain’t Got Time!” he rapped “Next line will have ’em like ‘Whoa’ / I been kissing white boys since 2004.”

Tyler the Creator also tweeted “I TRIED TO COME OUT THE DAMN CLOSET LIKE FOUR DAYS AGO AND NO ONE CARED HAHAHHAHAHA” in 2015 but whether the tweet was a joke was never confirmed.

I TRIED TO COME OUT THE DAMN CLOSET LIKE FOUR DAYS AGO AND NO ONE CARED HAHAHHAHAHA

— Tyler, The Creator (@tylerthecreator) April 13, 2015

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Washington Blade’s Pride on the Pier returns bigger than ever with two-day WorldPride celebration

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1 day ago

April 15, 2025

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The Washington Blade’s Pride on the Pier will be extended to a two-day celebration in honor of WorldPride coming to D.C. this year. Taking place on Friday, June 6 and Saturday, June 7 at The Wharf, this year’s event promises more entertainment, more community, and more pride than ever before — all set against the stunning waterfront backdrop of our nation’s capital.

With the addition of Friday, the party kicks off at 3 p.m., with the inaugural WorldPride Boat Parade at 7 p.m. As an Official WorldPride Partner event, the boat parade will feature 30 decorated boats parading along the Washington Channel. For information on signing up for the boat parade contact Stephen Rutgers at [email protected].

Saturday’s signature Pier Party kicks off at 12 p.m., featuring a drag show, DJ’s, streaming of the WorldPride Parade, and the iconic Fireworks Show Presented by the Leonard-Litz Foundation — one of D.C. Pride’s most anticipated spectacles.

“We’re expanding Washington Blade Pride on the Pier to reflect the excitement and momentum building for WorldPride in D.C.,” said Blade publisher Lynne Brown. “It’s a celebration of our community’s progress and a powerful reminder of the joy and visibility Pride brings to the heart of our city.”

Now in its seventh year, Washington Blade Pride on the Pier extends the city’s annual celebration of LGBTQ visibility to the bustling Wharf waterfront with an exciting array of activities and entertainment for all ages. The District Pier will offer DJs, dancing, drag, and other entertainment. Alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase for those 21 and older.

Pride on the Pier is free and open to the public, with VIP tickets available for exclusive pier access, hosted bars, and private viewing areas for the boat parade and the fireworks show. To purchase VIP tickets visit www.prideonthepierdc.com/vip.

Friday VIP: 5-9 p.m., enjoy an air-conditioned lounge, private bathroom, cash bar and complimentary drink.

Saturday VIP Session #1: 2-5 p.m., enjoy an air-conditioned lounge, private bathroom, catered food, and an open bar.

Saturday VIP Session #2: 6-9 p.m., enjoy the air-conditioned lounge, private bathroom, catered snacks and dinner, and open bar with a front-row view of the fireworks.

Event Details:

📍 Location: District Pier at The Wharf (101 District Sq., S.W., Washington, D.C.)
📅 Dates: Friday, June 6 & Saturday, June 7, 2025
🛥️Boat Parade: 7 p.m. (June 6). 🎆 Fireworks Show: 9 p.m. (June 7)
🎟️ VIP Tickets: www.PrideOnThePierDC.com/VIP

Event sponsors include Absolut, Capital Pride, DC Fray, Infinate Legacy, Heineken, Leonard-Litz Foundation, Mayor’s Office of LGBTQ Affairs, Relish Catering, Washingtonian, and The Wharf. More information regarding activities will be released at www.PrideOnThePierDC.com