Billy Porter Opens Up About His HIV Positive Diagnosis I THR Interview
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 18 พ.ค. 2021
- Billy Porter breaks his fourteen year silence on his HIV positive diagnosis in an exclusive interview with the Hollywood Reporter.
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Billy Porter Opens Up About His HIV Positive Diagnosis I THR Interview
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When I watched Pose I saw his pain when he played the role.
"At a certain point, the truth is the responsible road." -Billy Porter
Nobody likes the truth
especially when paid by Big Pharma to tell your truth
And the truth is 13 do 50
Nobody needed to know tho..
Billy Bush
As someone who grew up with a mother who was HIV positive, i cannot begin to say how much I appreciate Billy Porter talking about this. There was so much stigma. There was so much fear. Him talking about it is opening so many eyes. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for this.
The universe was showing off when you were made.
Sending smiles and hugs from Australia 💟
yes
@Erwin Lii There has been people who have already found a cure, but have come up dead. Unfortunately, our government is very greedy. They make more money off of the medication.
There was? Lol there IS!
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Wow the episode where praytell goes home to tell his mother he’s dying of aids he’s gone through all that.
Yea he has😥. I still love him
He didn't say he have AIDS
His not Dying he is living!
@@michaelcalhoun8764 Pray Tell has aids, he has aids related lymphoma.
Unfortunately he made poor life choices that caused his bankruptcy and hiv diagnosis. If he was only with one woman and she was with no one else he most likely wouldn’t of caught the virus. The root of catching it starts with sin whether through 💉💊 or 🍆🍑. It’s definitely a lesson for him sad
This by far is the most important moment on self acceptance I've seen in years. Billy's release is a master lesson for anyone who struggles with stigma and self love.
I'm free from HIV permanently through Dr Abiola medication, thanks to #drabiolahome 😊🌙
There is nothing radical about being sick with ANY disease. The world needs to wake up and dismiss its political, societal discrimination against illness and INVEST in the infrastructure of science and cures to maintain a safe and healthy environment.
I'm not understanding what u mean
JZidor MUSIC That is the problem, people dont even understand a simple thought. He is hesitant to elaborate coz a mob can be vicious to anything that can be deemed unique of a thought. Think deeper and you’ll get his point.
Lol who said it was?? Him speaking up and helping the younger generation (or his generation) is.
@@eduardochavacano so what’s his point? Or are you going to just be condescending again?
I am very glad he went to therapy, you can see the difference in him. I highly recommend it for anyone; it will be two years for me in a couple of months. What a difference it’s made in my life. I think he also has the title of his memoir. The Rebirth of Billy Porter.
I respectfully ask; how did you contract HIV?
When I thought I couldn’t have admired this man more. Mr. Porter is such an inspiration to so many.
Yes he really is, 💜🙏🏾🏳️🌈 a true inspiration.
When Billy said he felt his heart releasing that's so beautiful I'm glad he told his mom 💝🤗💝🤗💝🤗
This was bold, honest, transparent, therapeutic, and healing. Thank you. Seriously, thank you ❤️
He’s such a beautiful human being. I, for one, will always support you ❤️
He is giving alot of men living with hiv courage..i have friends that have it and today's medicine has changed the game!!
Billy is beyond brave for sharing his story to the entire world. Kudos to him!
totally !
yes indeed
Billy, anyone living in their truth is radical, but you KNOW you are paving the way for generations of us to come, who still need the guiding hands our community forged out of Fire & necessity to be free. Thank you for your work. You are our history.
That generation is and was my best friends in life. You give me JOY Mr Porter.. I love you and appreciate you. This is coming from a straight 60 year old white woman with two straight boys that have been raised to acknowledge and appreciate EVERYONE! You give me joy my luv.
Mr Porter definitely has purpose here on earth. It's awareness. #Message
These conversations need to happen more. ❤
His telling is a prayer. How perfect was his character’s name then, “Praytell”.
His character in pose, was meant to speak for him in his personal life. I feel he was meant to play pray tell. The show even starts with him speaking. He's such an amazing actor/boardway performer.
I agree completely.
Why am I crying through this? So touching and self reflection. ❤️❤️
maybe you have HIV too
Billy Porter is an ICON. I’m so happy that he is finally FREE.🤍✨
I love this ♥️ Hearing Billy’s unique voice at his pace and in his own time talking to the camera. No constant interjection from an interviewer. This is all about HIM. Billy’s story. Wishing You Billy nothing but great health, joy and peace.. This man is truly inspiring & beautiful ♥️ x
A brutal, beautiful, and brave conversation.
"You're either with me, or simply move out of the way...or i will move you out of the way!" WORK BILLY! As a gay Black man, that is the mantra we all strive to live by. Thank you for being a trailblazer & an inspiration! ❤🤗
Gay is not an African culture…..
ART imitating LIFE ... is no joke. Be careful what you pray for ... 'cause you never know HOW that blessing is gonna show up. Bless you, Billy.
Billy Porter is a TREASURE! Every single one of my gay friends were taken! And then it took my sister! I spent week after week at the hospital then week after week funerals. I still haven’t processed it all fully and Billy stating much the same, made me realize a few things. Never heard of trauma therapy, so I’ll be looking into it. I’ll NEVER forget how my family and I were treated as outcasts because of aids fears and they were great! It was horrible and I’m a white female, with a lot of black friends gay friends, different and unique friends rainbow hair friends, turns out they didn’t like my diversity and love of all and looking for an excuse to be rid of me, so when aids affected the family, we were ex communicated so to speak. I moved two states away to start over and remove myself from the toxicity. Strangely, most all my family is dead now, others in really bad shape. I and my son thrive in love and light and laughter now, well, till Rona came to visit 😳
Thrive on Mama with your son and your light love and laughter!!! Thrive on!!!
Billy is a pioneer for standing and living your true authentic self.
what about all the pioneers before him?
@@monoped8437 they don’t count Cz they were straight 😭 they only love u if you’re gay..
Unfortunately he made poor life choices that caused his bankruptcy and hiv diagnosis. If he was only with one woman and she was with no one else he most likely wouldn’t of caught the virus. The root of catching it starts with sin whether through 💉💊 or 🍆🍑. It’s definitely a lesson for him sad
He is very brave for coming out with this i love him even more
Pure power in your heartfelt words . The truth has set you free ❤
Absolutely beautiful! When he spoke about revealing his truth to his mother I cried.
This was such a powerful interview. Thank you Billy Porter for your willingness to share your truth and be authentically you!
I've always been a FAN of Billy Porter since I 1st heard him sing "Show Me!" I love his his honesty!💜💜💜
You are set free Billy. I am sure a weight is lifted. So glad your mom is very supportive and has nothing but pure love to support and pray you through.
This was an amazing interview. I never really knew Billy Porter that well, but what he says about shame being destructive resonates quite deeply in me. I’ve said many times in my own life that the closet is a destructive place. Thank you again for this wonderful interview it has helped an old old closet queen.💜💜💜
" All of the things can exist at once. We have to make room for all of them to exist "
Damn, did they right his life into the series POSE? What he’s saying is exactly in the show.
Forreal it's like wow
I am crying. Such a powerful interview. Billy you are a gift!
The truth has set you free Billy P!! You are an amazing soul!! Brilliant interview ❤️
This was so inspirational. I adore this human being so much and it broke my heart to see the pain of having to reveal the truth. I have no words to express how deeply the message effected me. Thank you Billy🤗😇
Beautiful, beautiful Billy Porter ~ what a glorious Soul you are. Thank you so very much for sharing these vulnerable truths with us through the lens of your unique and astonishing brilliance. You are helping me with this interview...and SO many others, too. Thank you. May all who hear and feel you honor you.
What a light. Amazing soul -the honesty and Intimacy. Love everything about this
Billy Porter is an ICON. PERIOD. He must be protected at all cost!
What a powerful interview.
This was a powerful interview. Billy Potter is such a strong man. The day before he told his truth, I was raving about Pose to my friend that introduced me to it. I said that PrayTell that he is PERFECT because of depth, humor, fierceness, energy, and Vulnerability! I adore him! Now I see why. I think some roles require more than empathy but experience of some sort. He was really able to tap in. Billy, you are so important for our generation! I adore you.
Thank you everyone
I love your testimony, so pure hearted. I wish you even more success in the future.
Showing you love from South Africa 💕
Thank you Billy for always standing up and looking out for our community
Wow! This interview makes me love Billy Porter even more. What an awesome talent, and what an awesome man! And, his memoir was worth the wait.
This man has mad talent! I just can't pass judgement on the way others choose to live their lives.
Being gay is NOT a choice!!
Billy, you are amazing! You are truly loved and appreciated! Your beauty, your story and talent makes it possible for all of us to draw from your story, regardless of any differences, as we are all having a human experience riffled with many of the same adjectives you have used in this interview ✌🏽❤️
I can’t find words.....many blessings Mr. Porter, to you and your loved ones...Thank you 1000x Thank you!❤️🌹❤️
Billy you are amazing, beautiful, and so loved. Thank you for sharing not only your artistry, but also your story. Both of which we are not entitled to.. but you have graciously shared with us. Your authenticity is inspiring, and empowering to many in so many ways. Thank you.. you are a beautiful soul.💖
Oh Billy you are so brave! I admire you for speaking up
Try but you can’t. This man is a beacon of light. Billy Porter will not be squelched, and I’m here for it.
No one is perfect and coming out as HIV positive is the best thing u did
No negative here, you’re a beautiful soul and I’m proud of you💞
What a beautiful, moving interview. He has so much to teach this world about acceptance and love. ❤️❤️❤️
talking about HIV? what is this a beautiful?
Prayers up, keep Billy blessed and with us ❤️☀️
I love you Billy Porter... I pray for your healing and happiness and an amazing next chapter! The joy you deserve is endless!!!
I love his truth, and honesty. I was always and will continue to be a huge fan.
I grew up in the 80s / 90s and I knew so many ppl. Thank you for ur story
Raw and honest.... this is rear...
I admire this man
Billy is amazing. He is so open and why not be? There should not be any shame. Thank you.
Thank you for sharing I have lost so many loved ones in the 80's from Aids
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I love Billy Potter so much... when he speaks the world needs to listen and really hear what he is saying.
I love Billy Porter he reminds me so much of my Brother Melvin. Kudos Billy for living your truth.
Love him for speaking about it....the more people speak the less power the stigma will have💜💜
By His Stipes We Are HEALED! We are FREE!
Much respect to Billy Porter. Living our Truth is everything. Hiding, Lying, and feeling Shame is exhausting. Once you live your Truth you are really living. Thank you, Mr. Billy Porter. You are loved.
So much Love for Billy. So talented and authentic. Through him I feel I started to understand more and how I can empathise. X
Such a wonderful, talented, honest man.
Powerful interview 🥰
,Mr Porter, Continue God's Blessings in your life, you are an Inspiration.to us all.❤️♥️♥️♥️👑
So powerful and moving.
Sending my love to Billy Porter. You a brave soul.❤️❤️❤️
Amazing man so much courage and strength ❤️
Thank you for your candor Billy Porter. Your words will bring so much light and healing to others also holding this “secret”. We stand for you. We love you! We thank you! Keep pouring from your vessel.
so brave, love him even more
You are so courageous man! Embrace life :)
You are beautiful. It takes a lot of courage to do what you’re doing. I love your spirit, keep holding on ❤
What an incredibly brave and courageous man.
We love you billy porter for speaking you truth this interview may help alot of peoplel help them to speak their truth and heal
Billy you are a gift & a blessing to this world. 💝
Thank your Porter for your story💔💔💔
Bravo Mr Porter. You are an inspiration!
I am in Love & Love Billy Porter - just watched the last episode of Pose - Most Powerful episode EVER! Soooo Glad it was aired & aired that way!!Best Wishes for the future to someone who deserves everything - Too Talented & Truthful!1
I respect what him to the fullest for being real and truthful.
Very inciteful. He seems to have experienced life at its best and worst and learned. I can relate to that.
Thank you for not quitting your heart makes this world 🌎 a better place thank you 👑
"Shame is destructive "
I love you for being honest and being you
I love you BILLY PORTER...continue to speak your truth, oh what a difference it will make
Wow! It really is life imitating art. Who would have thunk that he would get a role in such a breakout show playing a character that had similarly the same background. Especially when the writers had no idea that this was his truth.
Talk about alignment!
Right!!!!
I adore Billy he is fearless and I commend him for coming out publicly about his status that’s not ever easy🤎🤎🤎🤎🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽
Much love and respect 💙💙
My respect and love for Mr Porter just grows daily as a human a performer and activist and i know that the love and respect i have for him will never lessen. Much love 🧡💙❤🌈
truth shall set you free..kudos mr porter..peace love and blessings
An icon and a roll model. All praise to Billy Porter. ❤💯
He said quote "he got a pimple on his butt, that was very little." He saw it get bigger and starting being painful. He went into the emergency room, to go get it checked and drained. The man behind the desk asked him quote "do you want an HIV test, it's only $10!".
Billy said "yes, it's time I know!".
“Much success to you, Billy Porter!!!”
Love you Billy keep up the great work