While the current viral moment focuses on Tejada's claims, Kevin Gates has a long history of provocative statements regarding sexuality and relationships:
In a widely circulated conversation with streamer N3on, Jelenny Tejada claimed that she "used to be gay" until she met Kevin Gates, who she says "turned her straight". This statement sparked intense debate across social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok, with users questioning the validity of such a transition and criticizing the way Gates and Tejada discussed the topic. Context and Past Controversies While the current viral moment focuses on Tejada's
: In previous interviews, such as on Caresha Please , Gates has argued that one-time same-sex experiences do not necessarily define a person's sexual identity, a stance that has often polarized his audience. : Gates, now 39, confirmed his relationship with
: Gates, now 39, confirmed his relationship with the 26-year-old Tejada in late 2025, following his public and messy divorce from longtime wife Dreka Gates. such as on Caresha Please