Lil Nas X played a significant role in his brother’s coming out as bisexual. In the documentary ‘Lil Nas X: Long Live Montero’, Tramon Hill expressed his gratitude towards his brother, stating that Lil Nas X has opened doors for many individuals, including him. Tramon Hill clarified that although he is not gay, he is bisexual and credited his brother for helping him embrace his true self.
Tramon Hill initially had concerns about how coming out publicly would affect his relationships, but his older brother’s influence encouraged him to be honest. Tramon Hill firmly expressed his standpoint, stating that if someone doesn’t accept him, they are free to leave his presence. He emphasized that people will choose who they want to be with, so there’s no need to chase friendships that aren’t genuine.
In addition to Lil Nas X’s impact on his brother, he also drew inspiration from Adam Lambert, the lead singer of Queen. Lil Nas X acknowledged Lambert’s influence on his journey, expressing his gratitude for the love Lambert has shown him and the opportunities he has created for queer artists like himself.
Adam Lambert responded to Lil Nas X’s appreciation on an episode of ‘Watch What Happens Live’, praising him for his boldness and bravery. Lambert expressed his admiration for Lil Nas X and his path of authenticity.