In my opinion, what truly stands out about Jacob Elordi’s episode of Saturday Night Live from Season 49 is the musical guest, Reneé Rapp. Her performance on SNL was incredibly impactful, from Rachel McAdams, who played another Regina George, introducing her second song, to Megan Thee Stallion appearing unexpectedly from a cake during her rendition of the bisexual anthem “Not My Fault”. However, the moment that truly solidified her performance was when she made the brave decision to come out during the live broadcast, a move she made alongside her girlfriend.
Reneé Rapp recently featured on “Good Hang With Amy Poehler,” where they chatted about various topics ranging from Rapp’s high school victory at the Jimmy Awards to her forthcoming album titled “Bite Me.” Their conversation often circled around Rapp’s queer identity, including her live declaration as a lesbian on SNL, an episode which can be watched with a Peacock subscription. During the talk, the “Mean Girls” actress shared the factors influencing that choice and its reasons.
Celeste Yim and some others contributed ideas to the sketch I was performing, suggesting, “We’ll label you as a small, bisexual intern.” At that point in time, my bisexuality was quite public. I had identified as bisexual for a long while. However, in private conversations with my girlfriend and many friends over the past eight months leading up to that moment, I admitted that I wasn’t really experiencing strong bisexual feelings anymore. Instead, I felt strongly like a lesbian, and this new identity felt wonderful and empowering to me.
She’s made significant progress in just a few years, giving her fans an up-close view of it all. In a heartfelt conversation last year on the Call Her Daddy podcast with Alex Cooper, the “Tummy Hurts” singer shared the challenges she faced during her first season on The Sex Lives Of College Girls. During this period, she played Leighton, a closeted lesbian experiencing her freshman year, while simultaneously grappling with her own sexuality issues.
From the beginning of Season 3 in TSLOCG until Rapp’s departure, fans found parallels between her character’s journey and Leighton’s, making Rapp’s portrayal of the beloved queer character even more powerful in retrospect. Simultaneously, around this period, Rapp publicly acknowledged her bisexuality and saw a surge in her music career. Her first album, “Snow Angel,” released in this time, is an extraordinary piece of art that mirrors her personal exploration of bisexuality, and it earned her a GLAAD award in 2024.
Previously in the same year, Rapp graced SNL as a musical performer, delivering an enchanting rendition of “Snow Angel” and a lively, seductive performance of “Not My Fault.” It seems that this was a triumphant celebration following her choice to revise her skit introduction from bisexual to something more in line with her personal identity. Indeed, it appears she shared the same sentiment.
I found myself saying, “Could we possibly make it clear that we’re gay? I’m not sure. Declaring one’s identity publicly can be incredibly empowering, but it can also feel quite daunting. It’s like, ‘Wow, this feels amazing to me at the moment, and I don’t want to identify with something that doesn’t feel authentic.’
In simpler terms, the singer known for “Talk Too Much” discussed line edits with cast member Bowen Yang, but clarified to Amy Poehler that it was a chat with her partner, British musician Towa Bird, which ultimately finalized their decision.
I reached out to Towa, and I exclaimed, “Dear, I believe I’m about to let go and feel fantastic! By the way, your coming-out as a lesbian on SNL is incredibly bold. It truly takes courage. I found myself thinking, ‘I absolutely will follow suit.’
As a follower of Reneé Rapp, I must admit that her recent announcement wasn’t entirely unexpected. Her music evolution towards women-centric themes had been noticeable. At her performances, the stage lighting gradually shifted from colors representing the bisexual flag to those symbolizing the lesbian community. These subtle changes added up to this significant public identity revelation. Here’s a drawing where she officially declared her sexuality: [Sketch Link]
One significant factor contributing to the massive fan base of the 25-year-old actress and singer might be her consistent authenticity, making such a move truly reflective of her. When Poehler inquired about reactions to this skit, the star from “Mean Girls: The Musical” admitted feeling proud about that choice she made personally.
Regarding other people’s opinions, she truly doesn’t give it much thought. The artist behind the “Poison Poison” hit knew that her bisexual portrayal in media might disappoint some fans who connected with her, while also infuriating others. Rapp is known for thriving on controversy, a fact underscored by the first single from her upcoming album, which appears to take aim at The Sex Lives of College Girls. No matter the circumstances, it’s likely she’ll keep drawing attention with her boldness (positive), and I can’t wait to see more.
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2025-06-01 00:37