The frontman kissed a male fan at a 2019 show in the city, where homosexual acts are illegal The 1975’s Matty Healy has spoken again about kissing a male fan at a Dubai concert, saying he “felt pretty irresponsible” about it.
The incident took place at the band’s August 2019 show in the United Arab Emirates city, where homosexual acts are illegal and can be punishable by fines and jail time.
In a new interview, Healy has reflected on his actions, which drew criticism online for potentially endangering the fan involved.
During ‘Loving Someone’, the stage background transforms into the gay pride flag, which the frontman said prompted security guards in Dubai to try and “pull [the band] off stage”.
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