Celebrity makeup artist Black Koko has ignited intense online discussion after opening up about the stigma feminine men face and what he describes as widespread hypocrisy in society.
Speaking during an emotional sit-down on the Clarity Zone Podcast, the beauty expert shared painful memories of being verbally attacked and humiliated simply because of how he expresses himself. According to him, many feminine boys grow up under constant scrutiny, often branded negatively or treated as though something is wrong with them despite doing nothing harmful.
Black Koko said the judgment frequently comes from within their own communities, where expectations about masculinity can be rigid. He explained that the pressure to conform can leave young people battling shame, fear, and isolation.
He added that the criticism is often loud in public but very different behind closed doors.
In one of the most talked-about parts of the interview, Black Koko alleged that some individuals who openly ridicule feminine men are the same ones who privately associate with them, party with them, or even seek their company in secret. The double life, he said, is something he has witnessed repeatedly while working in entertainment and celebrity circles.
Drawing from years in the industry, the makeup artist claimed he has met high-profile personalities at private gatherings who present a completely different attitude in public spaces. While he did not mention any names, his comments were enough to send social media into speculation mode.
“I got tired of pretending,” he said, explaining that he reached a point where he chose to live openly rather than hide parts of himself to make others comfortable. For him, authenticity became more important than approval.
Black Koko also spoke about the emotional toll of constant judgment, noting that many young feminine men struggle with self-esteem because of rejection from family, religious environments, or peers. He stressed the need for empathy, urging people to remember that being different should not automatically make someone a target.
Following the interview, reactions poured in.
Supporters praised him for his courage, saying he voiced realities many people are afraid to discuss. Some shared personal stories of experiencing similar treatment, thanking him for shedding light on what they consider an uncomfortable truth.
Critics, however, argued that his statements unfairly generalized people and risked fueling more division. Others questioned the accuracy of his claims about secret lifestyles in the celebrity world.
Regardless of where people stand, the conversation has once again highlighted the complicated relationship between public morality, private behavior, and the pressure to maintain appearances.
One thing is certain: Black Koko’s decision to speak openly has pushed a sensitive topic back into the spotlight, and the debate is unlikely to fade anytime soon.
