Not that it really matters but he described himself as hetero sexual - and I think he should know. He dabbled a bit in his younger days and this led him to the conclusion that he was, by and large a straight man. He was wrongly castigated for saying this, certain members of the lgbt community took this as him being anti gay or ashamed of his past - he was of course neither - he was just trying to be honest.
was he though? or was he an iron fisted madonna type behind the scenes to the sycophants : how was he with all his power toward beautiful ladies that did anything he asked ? and was he a humanitarian on the side feeding the poor and helping musicians in the gutter? maybe so maybe no how was he on speaking up about human rights issues wrt those with mental illnesses and the poor? or was he just selfish with his wealth? it’s a shame he didn’t get political and fight for social justice causes for the poor and mentally ill that’s the tragedy still thanks for the fantasy nostalgia for a better era i never got to enjoy
@@nonameguy7857 DAVID was many things, including a addict. This is a debilitating disease and takes you away from your fully from doing things that are beneficial for others. Some people in L A tried their best to kill him with all the primo cocaine he could do. That's how he picked up Hepatitis C .
"Such a serious and life challenging, and changing, question. The answer that I have for you would probably create such turmoil in your soul that I'm not sure you could actually withstand it, or in fact last the rest of the show so I might have to - politely, and reluctantly - not answer that question." Has there ever been a more eloquent interviewee than Bowie?
"Interesting....I don’t think it was a mistake in Europe, but it was a lot tougher in America. I had no problem with people knowing I was bisexual. But I had no inclination to hold any banners nor be a representative of any group of people. I knew what I wanted to be, which was a songwriter and a performer, and I felt that bisexuality became my headline over here for so long. America is a very puritanical place, and I think it stood in the way of so much I wanted to do." The guy is bi. Big deal.
I feel the exact same way that people care far too much about sexuality, both those who hate non-straight people and those who love non-straight people. I grew up in a pretty religious family in the southwest. I remember thinking “eh, I might kinda like guys” and being fine with myself. But I surrounded myself with these people who care so deeply about these things on the positive. I was fine with it myself, and I have a pretty progressive family, but that’s exactly why I didn’t wanna say anything. They’d probably give me special treatment. Instead of treating me like an individual who has qualities and flaws, they’d view me as their “gay friend”, or “gay family member”. They’d treat me better or not make certain jokes around me, maybe avoid certain topics while I’m in the room. It’s bullshit. This doesn’t deeply upset me, or make me horribly depressed “oh woe is me” like some people try to pretend, I’m just mildly peeved. I like making what’s considered “poor taste” jokes. I like jokingly calling people f*gs and jokingly being called a f*g. It’s funny because it’s absurd. But I feel like I can’t be perfectly honest because everyone would treat me like a child who can’t handle anything.
@@dogol284 you say that, but its ironic the ammount of privelege you have. You get to joke about those things, you get to only be "mildly peaved" whereas people like me could be killed because of it. Thats why a lot of people care so deeply about turning it into a positive, because you dont realize how lucky you truly have it. If I hear the f word muttered out loud, I freeze because I know I am going to be physically hurt. We need to work on it becoming a positive thing everywhere, not just "normal" in some places.
@@dogol284 I sympathize with you, and this is why gay liberation both in the 20th century and now also complains about fetishism. Having you be "the funny soft gay friend" is NOT respecting you. We can't forget that in the 80s and 90s, gay pride became more prominent, not to say "look at me, accept me," not even for marriage, but for AIDS awareness. It was a literal struggle for survival. Gay people became vulnerable, and therefore marketable - particularly with straight celebrities who could be their ambassador without having to hear any actual gay people. But that's why this Bowie interview is so good, he's his own voice. People like Bowie aren't "neutral" about sexuality just because they're nonchalant and private. Rather, he's the most positive you could possibly be about it. But the fact that others react negatively - not only to him but to anyone like him with less fame - is the only reason it's brought up at all. People only wrap themselves in rainbow flags when it's not the backdrop of their society.
He's so correct. I remember in that movie Saturday Night Fever where one of Travolta's character's friends called Bowie a "f @ g g 0 t" and the lady character had to correct him and say "he's bisexual" or something like that. I thought why even mention that in the film. But I'm sure back then, that was the talk of the town, of the country, in the US. And it probably stood in his way, success wise. He was true to himself.
“Why would I go into that when I can make a fortune by writing a book about it? Why should I give it to you for free?” A new life motto. Bowie was such an excellent man, so genuine. May he rest in peace
I remember in 1983 Bowie stated that sexually speaking, he had tried every bad thing that you could ever imagine. He also stated at that time that he had been tested for AiDS and was amazed that he hadn't contracted it. Really glad that he eventually met the love of his life, Iman, and enjoyed many years of marital bliss with her. So very sad that he died of cancer at the age of 69, leaving a grieving widow and teenage daughter behind. R.I.P. David Bowie. You are sorely missed.
@@Nuffsed81It's likely that when Bowie refers to "bad" sex he means "unsafe" sex. I.E. engaging in penetrative sex without condoms, as many gay men in the 80s and 90s contracted aids from such activity. It's sort of a way of implying he had sex with men without outright stating he had such feelings since queer identities were only starting to enter the public awareness in that time so it would be rather risky for him to openly express his sexuality
Who cares? He's Bowie! He high fived, pointed and winked at me in concert back when I was in high school. His sexuality was never a concern for me, nor anyone else's for that matter. A true rock icon and he's sorely missed.
Wow!! That's great!! So glad you had that experience. must be very dear to your heart. I totally agree with you. these stupid people think they can question anybody and everybody..Just incredible!! Who are you to question Bowie, or any other artist of his calibre, and even anybody in the world???!!!! How dare you!!! I just cannot bear such disrespect. Will listen to Bowie more often now, after hearing his extremely clever reply🖐❤💥
He literally threw sex in conservative America's face when he was younger to get a reaction, but sure, pretend Bowie wasn't an androgynous sex god who made that a major component of his appeal.
Bowie's sexuality just doesn't matter anymore. He's been happily married to the same woman for how many years now? Like 20? The thing that's still actually impressive is that he even made it out of the 70's and 80's alive.
+SheWoreLemon83 doesn't invalidate his sexuality. a bisexual married to someone of one gender doesn't automatically stop them being attracted to people of the other gender.
Felicity Wilson Nobody said anything about "invalidating" his sexuality. The fact is that Bowie himself said he's not gay or bisexual. After experimenting for a while, he came to realize that he was simply a straight guy. Those are his words about his own sexuality...not my opinion.
Felicity Wilson No, he was always straight. Just because he experimented with men doesn't make him gay. Again, he realized he was straight a long time ago and I never said "he turned straight."
+SheWoreLemon83 That's your personal opinion. Since Bowie varied so much on this topic, there is no definite truth. The same goes for his crossdressing and androgynism. If you watch his videos closely, from beginning to the very end, there's always this fluidity that is apparent. Even in Valentine's Day from 2013 there's a lady who plays his younger self, not a man.
When i was a nosy teenager i read up on Davids sexuality, thinking there'd be something concrete over time. When i found basically nothing i was a bit surprised but it taught me an important lesson of how people love him and are inspired by him and didn't care about the shit that happened in his personal life. It taught me you really can be whatever you want and lead whatever life you want ignoring peoples labels and ideas that they force onto you. He's an inspiration RIP
Either he is gay or bi or just experiment, you have to admit that Bowie's marriage with Iman is one of the most beautiful love stories of all time. I have a few modern couples whom I see them as "true soulmates" : Christoper+Dana Reeves and David+Iman. Any one of us should have that kind of marriage. It's what life is all about.
Well, the most you can say about Bowie in that context is that it was the 70s, like many ppl he was just rlly open-minded and he always knew it. I'm happy he settled down in a lovely marriage
He did what (who) he felt like. Female, male, whatever, people can be attracted to both. I love how relaxed and composed he became with age, he was wonderful younger of course, but he just seemed so much more confident and insightful as he aged
The last bit is the best. He was cognizant of the ego straight men have towards their own sexualities and handled--what was a (bad) joke of a question-- with a sarcastic yet mindfully rooted in reality answer. Love the awareness of this man.
haha he had an answer for everything. the guy didn't give a fuck.. he did what he wanted, he lived his life the way we all wish we could. what a legend.
For something that had so much potential to be cringeworthy, this actually turned out to be an amazingly entertaining segment. Kudos to them for giving me such a good laugh out of this.
I was obsessed with David Bowie and Iman’s relationship from the start. I bought the Hello Magazine exclusive on their wedding that summer in 1992 at a news stand. As I read the magazine and looked at the photos on the Tube. I was crying my eyes out. The wedding was lovely and the couple looked so blissfully happy. Concerned people on the Tube asked me what was wrong. I was so overwhelmed, I could only hold up the magazine and croak out, “It’s them. I love them” and went back to crying. I still have the tear-stained magazine packed away. *Sigh*
You can tell he did NOT like talking about sexuality, which is obvious if you actually listen to his discography. Yet he handles it with such grace.. what a man.
I think the big statement about it in the early 70s press ("Bowie Admits Being Bisexual" etc. etc.) was more of a very positive cultural/political move than a personally relevant one.
I am straight not that it matters and was not talking about a murderer or rapist..I was stating my opinion that if someone is gay or bi or straight that's them and I don't pass judgement.
Thank goodness that Bowie helped make it be that being straight, gay or etc. doesn't matter but that what the person is, and in his case, what work he produces, matters most.
+Heather Haze David Bowie was most comfortable being mysterious and vague about those sort of things - he loved to shake things up and deliver new perspectives. It's okay that we don't know what his sexuality was, it's okay IF HE DIDN'T EVEN KNOW.
+Joan C It's fine that you are heterosexual. What I mean is that it's perfectly normal and natural for human sexuality to exist in a spectrum, rather than a rigid duality. If you are truly at one extreme end of that spectrum, there's nothing wrong with that. But to be clear, that actually puts you in the minority. Most people have, at various times in their lives, had sexual feelings for someone of the same gender. Not everyone acts on those feelings, but they are there just the same, and they're perfectly natural. But our society--largely due to the pressure of religion--has widely condemned such feelings. It has only been very recently that our culture has grown more accepting and understanding of such natural tendencies. Yet those feelings are actually the source of a great deal of homophobia and transphobia. The "wrongness" of those feelings are so ingrained, that when a supposedly "straight" person experiences them, they become enraged and blame "homosexuality". Sad.
Gay, bi, and hetero only sex are all normal. But it's clear what the majority and minority is. I've looked up the stats, as pasted below. 1. Nearly 13% of women between the ages of 18-44 said that they were attracted to both sexes. 2. The percentage of men who self-identify as bisexual in the 18-44 age demographic: 1.8%. 3. When asked about sexual attraction, however, almost 6% of men stated that they were attracted to both men and women.
Yes, he said that years before in the 1980s in the Rolling Stones interview. He basically came out again years later as bisexual in the interview with Blender in 2002. Seriously Bowie's just a bisexual British man who prefers women - and like he said "America is a very puritanical place". Actually that's being polite, America is a very stupid place overall. Next question.
What a horrible attitude! Is this talk dhow host based in America with a British accent? I haven't willingly watched the idiot box for almost a dozen years so I wouldn't know. David didn't engage the issue in a very adult manner so there is your British intelligence for you! 👍
As someone who is pansexual, this is the first time hearing the term pansexual from this far back. I had been led to believe it was quite a recent term (like 2015ish) but now learning it was a term used since around the year I was born and most likely even before. I still get funny looks and questions when people learn that I'm pansexual as if it is a recent term, but no, these terms have been around longer than people like to believe or let on.
Ehm ... the term "pan" means everything in ancient Greek (from 1500 BC to 300 BC), so how could anyone think that 'pansexual' was coined recently ? 🤦♂
That what he said to Blender in 2002 (the question was about his statement in 1983 of being a 'closet heterosexual') : "I don't think it was a mistake in Europe, but it was a lot tougher in America. I had no problem with people knowing I was bisexual. But I had no inclination to hold any banners nor be a representative of any group of people." Bowie said he wanted to be a songwriter and performer rather than a headline for his bisexuality, and in "puritanical" America, "I think it stood in the way of so much I wanted to do". So, he said he was straight for marketing, to sell more albums since Americans didn't tolerate bisexuality too much (For example, when Queen dressed in drag for the video of I want to Break Free, even if it was just a parody of a soap opera, in that way they lost the US market. So he was bi for FACT
Tom Koselig aka the complete opposite of today’s creators. I.e. pushing agendas in very hamfisted ways even when they have very little or no real life experience of it. What a shame...
No such thing as bi. A man with genuine attraction to women would simply exist within the hetero norm. If he was dabbling, he was gay. And that's a shame because Iman deserved better than an aging closet case
@@jakestroll6518 sexuality isn't as binary or simple as that. there is a spectrum and everyone falls somewhere along that spectrum, Its not a case of being one or the other.
@@royedwards51 hate to break this but, the dancing in the street music video in general, Angela Bowie basically confirmed that she walked into David and Mick having sex, David and Mick had many orgies with other men and women, David and Mick hung out a lot a photographer captured a picture of the two of them almost sitting on each other during that era and lastly David confirmed being bisexual
What a nice surprise to find in my feed line. Thanks for the upload. It's great how some of these gems circle around the great infocean and surface like a siren to tempt us in. I love how he wore his cheeky cockney chappie, lovable geezer persona, like goalie's gloves to stop that one getting through. 😉
Bowie was so classy and was so: not in anyone's face about his personal life or his sexual proclivities. And not that he wanted us to, but his polite and witty refusal to fuel or to feed too much into these types of questions made many of us want to go to him even more to try to satisfy our curiosities. Personally, I didn't care one way or another about it and besides, it was really none of my business. The world is no longer the same without him in it! What a grade A class act David Bowie was! I really miss him.
He gave the best answer - humorous yet meaningful - and the firm stubborn Capricorn energy coming through underneath- don’t push me because you won’t win - fantastic
I feel like the interviewer is not being given enougj credit. He wasn't afraid to ask the uncomfortable questions, did it respectfully, and was a good sport when Bowie fired back.
I think he lived in the best of times; he was in his early twenties when sexual inhibitions were being lowered and then dissolved and was a huge rock star during the Seventies when everything went and then the Eighties he started to clean himself up (right as when AIDS was becoming a concern) and he's had so much FUN while doing it. He had the courage to live the life that men only secretly fantasize about, but never had the guts to pursue.
Everyone commenting "who cares" etc. etc. but we all clicked on the video that clearly notes Bowie talking about his orientation! Obviously we're all interested or we would not be here. I loved him and loved how he answered.
The amateur interviewer is Jonathan Ross, very well known in England. He's a bit of a plonker, but very well liked. I believe David and he were good friends.
Always LOVED DAVID BOWIE, NOW I ADORE & ADMIRE HIM!! WOW..DB navigated this intrusive interview with style, grace, humor, & charm...SMACKDOWN!! THE GREAT DAVID BOWIE!!
Nobody interviews their guests like Johnathan Ross, but wow having Bowie as his guest at a time like this... we didn't know how well we had it back in the 00's!!
I didn't listen to him saying he is a bi who prefers women. Maybe he has no preference. And yet some people here got to this conclusion. I have to listen again. Maybe he said it I didn't catch the words. I saw a fantastic man answering in a ver smart way...Without really answering, except he has been promiscous for a time.Love him. I think he could be clear about it but if prefers this way, let him be.
The point of this interview excerpt is precisely the art of elegantly eluding the sneeky curiosity we all have about sexuality of the others, especially celebrities. Point made - and very brillantly indeed - by both. Just like a theatrical pĺay. Respect!
David Bowie was in an interview about this question and he said it was a confusing time in his life, nothing he is proud of, he was in horrible marriage on drugs and it destroyed him. I heard David Bowie giving Mike Jagger a hard time, he was Insulting him like crazy. This goes back to what I have always said, good people can make mistakes, the great thing, is when they realise what they did and correct themselves and never return to those problems in their lives, they become who they where meant to be in the first place.
He was Bowiesexual.
Rest In Peace, David.
yessss!!! he was his own sexuality
yes he was! well said. he was himself.....
That could become a new term. Keep using it.
Ni Ck thank you for answering my question
Not that it really matters but he described himself as hetero sexual - and I think he should know. He dabbled a bit in his younger days and this led him to the conclusion that he was, by and large a straight man. He was wrongly castigated for saying this, certain members of the lgbt community took this as him being anti gay or ashamed of his past - he was of course neither - he was just trying to be honest.
"Why should I tell you? When I can make a fortune writing a book about it." 😂Bowie was the man. #RIP
What a weird statement.. 0.o
@@liquiddinamyte what was weird about that? He was being cheeky.
@@liquiddinamyte he was making a joke about how if you’re even a little famous you gotta write a book about everything
@@liquiddinamyte Lol, It's weird to think that statement is weird.😀
@ Serious sAm it’s queered that you think that statement is weird. lol.😉🤞🏼. juss messin’ .
I gotta get back to work already. ✌🏼
He's such an elegant gentleman, takes the interviewers pushy questions with such charm and grace. He leaves me starry eyed every time.
9GodsMusic He's a Starman, isn't he ?
So well said...
was he though? or was he an iron fisted madonna type behind the scenes to the sycophants : how was he with all his power toward beautiful ladies that did anything he asked ? and was he a humanitarian on the side feeding the poor and helping musicians in the gutter? maybe so maybe no how was he on speaking up about human rights issues wrt those with mental illnesses and the poor? or was he just selfish with his wealth? it’s a shame he didn’t get political and fight for social justice causes for the poor and mentally ill that’s the tragedy still thanks for the fantasy nostalgia for a better era i never got to enjoy
@@nonameguy7857 DAVID was many things, including a addict.
This is a debilitating disease and takes you away from your fully from doing things that are beneficial for others.
Some people in L A tried their best to kill him with all the primo cocaine he could do. That's how he picked up Hepatitis C .
He Was. 😔
David Bowie: the true icon for not giving a shit and not caring about or pigeon-holing himself into any sexuality. A legend.
I'm still in love. Just a doll!
What the fuck was that supposed to mean?
@@NaiefThegoony same thoughts, WTF you mean by “...any sexuality... “ ? For me drew is including pedophilia 🤔 .
He actually does say he's bisexual in this video: th-cam.com/video/xxIBftflGvg/w-d-xo.html
@@eug3741 Pedophilia is an illness
"Such a serious and life challenging, and changing, question. The answer that I have for you would probably create such turmoil in your soul that I'm not sure you could actually withstand it, or in fact last the rest of the show so I might have to - politely, and reluctantly - not answer that question."
Has there ever been a more eloquent interviewee than Bowie?
Yay 666th liker
That had me laughing so hard as well as my huge respect to him
@Evan Hodge that’s so true, best advice. Books just can’t help but rubbing off on you, notice your language start transforming
@@yomandenmark Any recommendations?
@@riogakun Moby Dick 🤣
sounds to me like he's tired of talking about it. can't say i blame him.
More like he's tired of being asked. He's too smart to divulge his personal affairs via the likes of Jonathon Ross. 🙄
Wife and children to think of.
@@sandywhat2429 I dont think he had a wife at this time
@@insertstutterthatsallfolks7486 He was married to Man in 1992.
Because people couldn't accept the fact that a man who wore make up wasn't gay
He developed such a cool way to deny answering questions without being rude and keeping the audience satisfied without actually answering it
"Interesting....I don’t think it was a mistake in Europe, but it was a lot tougher in America. I had no problem with people knowing I was bisexual. But I had no inclination to hold any banners nor be a representative of any group of people. I knew what I wanted to be, which was a songwriter and a performer, and I felt that bisexuality became my headline over here for so long. America is a very puritanical place, and I think it stood in the way of so much I wanted to do."
The guy is bi. Big deal.
I feel the exact same way that people care far too much about sexuality, both those who hate non-straight people and those who love non-straight people.
I grew up in a pretty religious family in the southwest. I remember thinking “eh, I might kinda like guys” and being fine with myself. But I surrounded myself with these people who care so deeply about these things on the positive.
I was fine with it myself, and I have a pretty progressive family, but that’s exactly why I didn’t wanna say anything. They’d probably give me special treatment. Instead of treating me like an individual who has qualities and flaws, they’d view me as their “gay friend”, or “gay family member”. They’d treat me better or not make certain jokes around me, maybe avoid certain topics while I’m in the room. It’s bullshit.
This doesn’t deeply upset me, or make me horribly depressed “oh woe is me” like some people try to pretend, I’m just mildly peeved.
I like making what’s considered “poor taste” jokes. I like jokingly calling people f*gs and jokingly being called a f*g. It’s funny because it’s absurd. But I feel like I can’t be perfectly honest because everyone would treat me like a child who can’t handle anything.
@@dogol284 you say that, but its ironic the ammount of privelege you have. You get to joke about those things, you get to only be "mildly peaved" whereas people like me could be killed because of it. Thats why a lot of people care so deeply about turning it into a positive, because you dont realize how lucky you truly have it. If I hear the f word muttered out loud, I freeze because I know I am going to be physically hurt. We need to work on it becoming a positive thing everywhere, not just "normal" in some places.
@@dogol284 I sympathize with you, and this is why gay liberation both in the 20th century and now also complains about fetishism. Having you be "the funny soft gay friend" is NOT respecting you.
We can't forget that in the 80s and 90s, gay pride became more prominent, not to say "look at me, accept me," not even for marriage, but for AIDS awareness. It was a literal struggle for survival. Gay people became vulnerable, and therefore marketable - particularly with straight celebrities who could be their ambassador without having to hear any actual gay people. But that's why this Bowie interview is so good, he's his own voice.
People like Bowie aren't "neutral" about sexuality just because they're nonchalant and private. Rather, he's the most positive you could possibly be about it. But the fact that others react negatively - not only to him but to anyone like him with less fame - is the only reason it's brought up at all.
People only wrap themselves in rainbow flags when it's not the backdrop of their society.
He's so correct. I remember in that movie Saturday Night Fever where one of Travolta's character's friends called Bowie a "f @ g g 0 t" and the lady character had to correct him and say "he's bisexual" or something like that. I thought why even mention that in the film. But I'm sure back then, that was the talk of the town, of the country, in the US. And it probably stood in his way, success wise. He was true to himself.
@Lilac Bush Luke 6:37
I've never seen someone so gently, carefully and cleverly destroy an interviewer -
lol Bowie had a beautiful way of being incredibly humorous and charming while really saying "stfu".
Yes all the while not stooping to the Interviews level of vulgarity.
Destroy? They're just chatting and they're friends. Lol. Destroy? They're playing around. ❤💞💕
@@youtubingbabs Very true. They are(Back then)/were friends. This was Bowies first interview in over a decade.
He was and is a legend..... beautiful creative soul ❤
“Why would I go into that when I can make a fortune by writing a book about it? Why should I give it to you for free?” A new life motto. Bowie was such an excellent man, so genuine. May he rest in peace
I love his interviews
I remember in 1983 Bowie stated that sexually speaking, he had tried every bad thing that you could ever imagine. He also stated at that time that he had been tested for AiDS and was amazed that he hadn't contracted it. Really glad that he eventually met the love of his life, Iman, and enjoyed many years of marital bliss with her. So very sad that he died of cancer at the age of 69, leaving a grieving widow and teenage daughter behind. R.I.P. David Bowie. You are sorely missed.
What does Bowie admitting doing bad things have to do with his sexuality? The two things don't follow.
lol wtf is this a fucking biography we all know this stuff
What are these "bad things" you speak about? I doubt anything was done without consent so what makes anything bad?
@@Nuffsed81they mean gay sex as a bad thing. Clearly a bigot.
@@Nuffsed81It's likely that when Bowie refers to "bad" sex he means "unsafe" sex. I.E. engaging in penetrative sex without condoms, as many gay men in the 80s and 90s contracted aids from such activity. It's sort of a way of implying he had sex with men without outright stating he had such feelings since queer identities were only starting to enter the public awareness in that time so it would be rather risky for him to openly express his sexuality
Who cares? He's Bowie! He high fived, pointed and winked at me in concert back when I was in high school. His sexuality was never a concern for me, nor anyone else's for that matter. A true rock icon and he's sorely missed.
Wow!! That's great!! So glad you had that experience. must be very dear to your heart. I totally agree with you. these stupid people think they can question anybody and everybody..Just incredible!! Who are you to question Bowie, or any other artist of his calibre, and even anybody in the world???!!!! How dare you!!! I just cannot bear such disrespect. Will listen to Bowie more often now, after hearing his extremely clever reply🖐❤💥
His answer was bad ass. As much as it’s not any of our business, I’m sure everyone would love to know
I mean, I’m sure he tried a bit of everything at some point and he stuck with the woman he loved. What more is there to know about his sexuality?
He literally threw sex in conservative America's face when he was younger to get a reaction, but sure, pretend Bowie wasn't an androgynous sex god who made that a major component of his appeal.
Lol "bad ass" is the last thing coming to ind when it's concerning a guy who took it up said ass! Lmfao!!!
This sentiment keeps the idea of someone's sexuality being important alive
..his sexuality was his strength .....a great assett ...
Bowie's sexuality just doesn't matter anymore. He's been happily married to the same woman for how many years now? Like 20? The thing that's still actually impressive is that he even made it out of the 70's and 80's alive.
+NurceeAss savage
+SheWoreLemon83 doesn't invalidate his sexuality. a bisexual married to someone of one gender doesn't automatically stop them being attracted to people of the other gender.
Felicity Wilson Nobody said anything about "invalidating" his sexuality. The fact is that Bowie himself said he's not gay or bisexual. After experimenting for a while, he came to realize that he was simply a straight guy. Those are his words about his own sexuality...not my opinion.
Felicity Wilson No, he was always straight. Just because he experimented with men doesn't make him gay. Again, he realized he was straight a long time ago and I never said "he turned straight."
+SheWoreLemon83 That's your personal opinion. Since Bowie varied so much on this topic, there is no definite truth. The same goes for his crossdressing and androgynism. If you watch his videos closely, from beginning to the very end, there's always this fluidity that is apparent. Even in Valentine's Day from 2013 there's a lady who plays his younger self, not a man.
When i was a nosy teenager i read up on Davids sexuality, thinking there'd be something concrete over time. When i found basically nothing i was a bit surprised but it taught me an important lesson of how people love him and are inspired by him and didn't care about the shit that happened in his personal life. It taught me you really can be whatever you want and lead whatever life you want ignoring peoples labels and ideas that they force onto you.
He's an inspiration RIP
He's so cuttingly clever towards the end of this! Go Bowie!
Either he is gay or bi or just experiment, you have to admit that Bowie's marriage with Iman is one of the most beautiful love stories of all time. I have a few modern couples whom I see them as "true soulmates" : Christoper+Dana Reeves and David+Iman.
Any one of us should have that kind of marriage. It's what life is all about.
sorry but I thing is was more important Jagger+Bowie...to 70 from about 89!
Jagger was and is in love!!!
Heroes was made for Jagger!
we can do all, but Heroes is evident!
Friendzon level: Bowie
Well, the most you can say about Bowie in that context is that it was the 70s, like many ppl he was just rlly open-minded and he always knew it. I'm happy he settled down in a lovely marriage
@@lillyf973 i wasn't around in the 70s but i'd guess on average people are more open minded about sexuality now than then
He did what (who) he felt like. Female, male, whatever, people can be attracted to both. I love how relaxed and composed he became with age, he was wonderful younger of course, but he just seemed so much more confident and insightful as he aged
..he had some wonderful sex with wonderful people 😉 🤣
it doesn't matter. he just doesn't give a shit. hahaha he is wonderful
The last bit is the best. He was cognizant of the ego straight men have towards their own sexualities and handled--what was a (bad) joke of a question-- with a sarcastic yet mindfully rooted in reality answer. Love the awareness of this man.
He was one of the most astute entertainers. Very skilled in interviews and never offensive or hostile.
A true gentleman truly loved and missed. Pure class and a talent that will never be replaced RIP
haha he had an answer for everything. the guy didn't give a fuck.. he did what he wanted, he lived his life the way we all wish we could. what a legend.
For something that had so much potential to be cringeworthy, this actually turned out to be an amazingly entertaining segment. Kudos to them for giving me such a good laugh out of this.
Kudos to Bowie. The interviewer was the one who made it cringeworthy
David Bowie is timeless, an icon, a legend
I love David's interviews. He's charming, hilarious, and not a bit intimidated by whatever questions are thrown at him!
This right here is why David Bowie is so classy. Bowie answers the questions politely, a little cheeky glint in the eye and a smile on his lips.
I was obsessed with David Bowie and Iman’s relationship from the start. I bought the Hello Magazine exclusive on their wedding that summer in 1992 at a news stand. As I read the magazine and looked at the photos on the Tube. I was crying my eyes out. The wedding was lovely and the couple looked so blissfully happy.
Concerned people on the Tube asked me what was wrong. I was so overwhelmed, I could only hold up the magazine and croak out, “It’s them. I love them” and went back to crying.
I still have the tear-stained magazine packed away.
*Sigh*
Lol! Ur funny! Obsession can take too much out of u. I had the pleasure of speaking with him once. Simply a super kind soul. Very sweet man.
@@LGAussie you’re fortunate! magazines, cassettes and CDs were
the closest I got.
You can tell he did NOT like talking about sexuality, which is obvious if you actually listen to his discography. Yet he handles it with such grace.. what a man.
If you ask a man if he was gay or bisexual and you hear anything other than no...then you have your answer!
+Night Rider Which answer is that exactly?
Night Rider
Yup
What are you implying in the original question? that if a man is asked weather he's gay or bisexual and he says anything than no then he is what?
Night Rider
Yes what??
+Lisa R he was bi
I think the big statement about it in the early 70s press ("Bowie Admits Being Bisexual" etc. etc.) was more of a very positive cultural/political move than a personally relevant one.
Or rather ' David Bowie doesn't talk about his sexuality and maintains a gracious dignity and Jonathan Ross does his usual crass imbecile routine'
This entire segment was a set up for his Beckham joke.
J. Ross is a prick.
I have never heard of Johnathon Ross but he was extremely irritating. I thought Bowie handled him brilliantly.
"Well, Jonathan, I guess I would say I was none of your fucking business."
Eight Of Of Ten Cats! 😂
Such a clever funny beautiful man. We mourned him when he left us in 2016. But he left behind so much of himself in his songs.
"Why would I give you that for free" perfect comeback
I've loved Bowie like no other artist since the 70s. It feels good that so many generations love him too now.
🇬🇧 cheers from 🇦🇷
Who cares what his sexual preferences were he was a very talented person that shared his music with us and may he R.I.P God Bless his family
I think you are gay
I am straight not that it matters and was not talking about a murderer or rapist..I was stating my opinion that if someone is gay or bi or straight that's them and I don't pass judgement.
uu uhh gggu mmm...GOD CARES.
Then maybe God is gay
+MsBlondeone77 What if he had sex with under age girl's does that matter ?
The way he rejected Ross’ question was just pure gold
That was a genius final answer by Bowie
Thank goodness that Bowie helped make it be that being straight, gay or etc. doesn't matter but that what the person is, and in his case, what work he produces, matters most.
His answer would cause such a turmoil inside him ( and inside most people lol) he would better not...What a fantastic answer. Bright man.
I'm so impressed with the inspiration that David denotes with his final answer.
Sexuality is fluid, not static. It's simply not a big deal. Our ridiculous hangups about sexuality are the root of many of our societal issues.
+Heather Haze David Bowie was most comfortable being mysterious and vague about those sort of things - he loved to shake things up and deliver new perspectives. It's okay that we don't know what his sexuality was, it's okay IF HE DIDN'T EVEN KNOW.
+Joan C
hehe, just wait love, you WILL have a girlcrush one day, or already have and wont admit it.
How Freudian of you, Heather.☺️
+Joan C It's fine that you are heterosexual. What I mean is that it's perfectly normal and natural for human sexuality to exist in a spectrum, rather than a rigid duality. If you are truly at one extreme end of that spectrum, there's nothing wrong with that. But to be clear, that actually puts you in the minority. Most people have, at various times in their lives, had sexual feelings for someone of the same gender. Not everyone acts on those feelings, but they are there just the same, and they're perfectly natural. But our society--largely due to the pressure of religion--has widely condemned such feelings. It has only been very recently that our culture has grown more accepting and understanding of such natural tendencies. Yet those feelings are actually the source of a great deal of homophobia and transphobia. The "wrongness" of those feelings are so ingrained, that when a supposedly "straight" person experiences them, they become enraged and blame "homosexuality". Sad.
Gay, bi, and hetero only sex are all normal. But it's clear what the majority and minority is. I've looked up the stats, as pasted below.
1. Nearly 13% of women between the ages of 18-44 said that they were attracted to both sexes.
2. The percentage of men who self-identify as bisexual in the 18-44 age demographic: 1.8%.
3. When asked about sexual attraction, however, almost 6% of men stated that they were attracted to both men and women.
“I’m not gay; just extremely happy”-perfect answer!
David Bowie. So eloquent. And really intelligent and funny!
I think he was just attracted to whoever he was attracted to - He had no need to label himself.
That’s part of what makes him so magical
Yes, he said that years before in the 1980s in the Rolling Stones interview. He basically came out again years later as bisexual in the interview with Blender in 2002. Seriously Bowie's just a bisexual British man who prefers women - and like he said "America is a very puritanical place". Actually that's being polite, America is a very stupid place overall. Next question.
Thank you.
What a horrible attitude! Is this talk dhow host based in America with a British accent? I haven't willingly watched the idiot box for almost a dozen years so I wouldn't know. David didn't engage the issue in a very adult manner so there is your British intelligence for you! 👍
Looks like he's tired of talking about it but handling it like a pro and being a gentleman as ever :D You go David !
He was such a good sport. Who cares about his sexual orientation Bowie was fabulous
Always a tactful and charming man, even in the face of rampant immaturity and crassness.
As someone who is pansexual, this is the first time hearing the term pansexual from this far back. I had been led to believe it was quite a recent term (like 2015ish) but now learning it was a term used since around the year I was born and most likely even before. I still get funny looks and questions when people learn that I'm pansexual as if it is a recent term, but no, these terms have been around longer than people like to believe or let on.
Ehm ... the term "pan" means everything in ancient Greek (from 1500 BC to 300 BC), so how could anyone think that 'pansexual' was coined recently ? 🤦♂
I love his complete open heartedness.
That what he said to Blender in 2002 (the question was about his statement in 1983 of being a 'closet heterosexual') : "I don't think it was a mistake in Europe, but it was a lot tougher in America. I had no problem with people knowing I was bisexual. But I had no inclination to hold any banners nor be a representative of any group of people." Bowie said he wanted to be a songwriter and performer rather than a headline for his bisexuality, and in "puritanical" America, "I think it stood in the way of so much I wanted to do".
So, he said he was straight for marketing, to sell more albums since Americans didn't tolerate bisexuality too much (For example, when Queen dressed in drag for the video of I want to Break Free, even if it was just a parody of a soap opera, in that way they lost the US market.
So he was bi for FACT
Tom Koselig aka the complete opposite of today’s creators. I.e. pushing agendas in very hamfisted ways even when they have very little or no real life experience of it. What a shame...
No such thing as bi. A man with genuine attraction to women would simply exist within the hetero norm. If he was dabbling, he was gay. And that's a shame because Iman deserved better than an aging closet case
@@jakestroll6518 Bowie was never a closet case. You seem bitter. Had some Bowie dreams, did you?
@@jakestroll6518 sexuality isn't as binary or simple as that. there is a spectrum and everyone falls somewhere along that spectrum, Its not a case of being one or the other.
I think Americans did not like the fact that Roger Taylor looked so damn tasty as a girl lol
0:02 He dabbed on em! LOL
+Leo Theo I LOL'd
***** BITCH WHEREEEEEEE?
***** exactlyyyy
Bye Felecia! ;)
Lmfaooooooooo
He was Sexually Diverse and we should just leave it at that.
Rest in Peace Ziggy Stardust wherever you are! 💔
He handled that superbly, didn't he?
I know he had a wife and kids but are we really going to ignore the sexual tension between David and Mick Jagger
Have you witnessed any sexual tension between those two? No, you have not.
@@royedwards51 ...
@@royedwards51 hate to break this but, the dancing in the street music video in general, Angela Bowie basically confirmed that she walked into David and Mick having sex, David and Mick had many orgies with other men and women, David and Mick hung out a lot a photographer captured a picture of the two of them almost sitting on each other during that era and lastly David confirmed being bisexual
There are many articles about Bowie and Jagger getting together. Who cares? David is easily one of the classiest musicians EVER.
@@reemclaughlin4260 agree
He had to have been the coolest man alive. Imagine responding to questions on that topic with such self assurance.
What a nice surprise to find in my feed line. Thanks for the upload.
It's great how some of these gems circle around the great infocean and surface like a siren to tempt us in.
I love how he wore his cheeky cockney chappie, lovable geezer persona, like goalie's gloves to stop that one getting through.
😉
Done with so much class. For Bowie, I thank you.
Bowie wasn't just one of the best musicians that ever existed, but also a top tier comedian lol
I had the pleasure of speaking with him once. Simply a super kind soul. Very sweet man.
Even on the spot, he was brilliant in how he dealt with invasive questions. Miss his presence in this world.
Bowie was so classy and was so: not in anyone's face about his personal life or his sexual proclivities. And not that he wanted us to, but his polite and witty refusal to fuel or to feed too much into these types of questions made many of us want to go to him even more to try to satisfy our curiosities. Personally, I didn't care one way or another about it and besides, it was really none of my business. The world is no longer the same without him in it! What a grade A class act David Bowie was! I really miss him.
What a brilliant and tactful intellect. Served up with great humour too. Hero.
David Bowie was a classy man. I wish there were more of them.
David was always a great interview. Always.
Always the gentleman - witty, confident and engaging! Bless you Sir.
Jonathan: Do you mind talking about your sexuality?
David: No. No, I don’t think I will.
He just did what he wanted to do and I respect that.
We were friends on MySpace and met in Gothenburg in June 1983 on the Let's Dance tour. Rest in peace, dear friend.
He gave the best answer - humorous yet meaningful - and the firm stubborn Capricorn energy coming through underneath- don’t push me because you won’t win - fantastic
Bowie was Bowie and will always be the one and only Bowie. Beyond all sexual orientations and different kinds of labels.
God no one handles the interviews like Bowie. Smooth!
Zeus your God
That last answer felt like a Wizard explaining the most daunting part of a main quest ever.
And I guess it sort of is.
0:59 so cute
Eloquent,quick witted,brilliant,gifted artist,our dear David Jones,who refused to let his sexuality be put in any box.
I feel like the interviewer is not being given enougj credit. He wasn't afraid to ask the uncomfortable questions, did it respectfully, and was a good sport when Bowie fired back.
he handled the interview so well
So down to earth and naturally funny. I miss you, Starman 💔 x
"I've never tried the man love." - Johnathan Ross
I can’t imagine he’d get many offers from the topless oiled, muscled 20 something bar staff down Compton Street.
Well, you’d know apparently.
Oh I see…
You don't know what your missing Mr. Ross. Such a cretin to ask this ICON about his sexual adventures.
Yeah....look at him. I'm sure he hasn't moved on from masturbation. At least he still has a date whenever he wants one.
I don't care either way but love how he handled it...with humor and charm.
I think he lived in the best of times; he was in his early twenties when sexual inhibitions were being lowered and then dissolved and was a huge rock star during the Seventies when everything went and then the Eighties he started to clean himself up (right as when AIDS was becoming a concern) and he's had so much FUN while doing it. He had the courage to live the life that men only secretly fantasize about, but never had the guts to pursue.
This is 2 of the best minutes on the internet right here.
Everyone commenting "who cares" etc. etc. but we all clicked on the video that clearly notes Bowie talking about his orientation! Obviously we're all interested or we would not be here. I loved him and loved how he answered.
Brilliant. DB is clearly well above this amateur interviewer.
The amateur interviewer is Jonathan Ross, very well known in England. He's a bit of a plonker, but very well liked. I believe David and he were good friends.
+Karen Crookshank
Funny interview, and I like how Bowie handled the question by declining politely not to answer it.
+Martin Platt Jonathan Ross is very well liked and intelligent, not to mention famous in the UK. I also think they were friends.
Always LOVED DAVID BOWIE, NOW I ADORE & ADMIRE HIM!! WOW..DB navigated this intrusive interview with style, grace, humor, & charm...SMACKDOWN!! THE GREAT DAVID BOWIE!!
Nobody interviews their guests like Johnathan Ross, but wow having Bowie as his guest at a time like this... we didn't know how well we had it back in the 00's!!
Love that David Bowie answered this like the Capricorn he is haha “why would I tell you this for free when I can sell it” 😂
I didn't listen to him saying he is a bi who prefers women. Maybe he has no preference. And yet some people here got to this conclusion. I have to listen again. Maybe he said it I didn't catch the words. I saw a fantastic man answering in a ver smart way...Without really answering, except he has been promiscous for a time.Love him. I think he could be clear about it but if prefers this way, let him be.
The point of this interview excerpt is precisely the art of elegantly eluding the sneeky curiosity we all have about sexuality of the others, especially celebrities. Point made - and very brillantly indeed - by both. Just like a theatrical pĺay. Respect!
David Bowie was THE most intellectual man that ever graced us with their presence.. His intellect was on another level both musically and generally..
Why is anyone's sexuality anyones business.
Why is it secret? It's ok to ask questions. On the other hand is ok to say, "that's private." As An answer too!
Sharp as a tack, funny and tactile. Amazing soul we could all learn from.
Class and wit! He was a major influence on my life. This exchange just illustrates one of the many ways why he was THE artist. Viva!
What an extremely gentlemanly way for David to tell the interviewer to “fuck off“.
RIP David Bowie. Such a genuine artist and person!
+John Alverian you poor poor man. Gay sex has been around since the dawn of time. Get over it.
Zeus your God
I like his songs but I never saw any of his interviews. He’s just so eloquent, clever, charming and funny!
David Bowie was in an interview about this question and he said it was a confusing time in his life, nothing he is proud of, he was in horrible marriage on drugs and it destroyed him.
I heard David Bowie giving Mike Jagger a hard time, he was Insulting him like crazy.
This goes back to what I have always said, good people can make mistakes, the great thing, is when they realise what they did and correct themselves and never return to those problems in their lives, they become who they where meant to be in the first place.
Just wow,so articulate and effortless