Lil Nas X Makes History As First Gay, Black Man On “Country Stars” Forbes List

Forbes wrote in the article that “Lil Nas X is both the first openly gay act and the first person of color to make it.” While feats like these should definitely be celebrated, it seems absurd that neither a gay person nor a person of color have ever succeeded in country to such a degree that they would be eligible for this list. Now, though, Lil Nas X’s success and accomplishments have hopefully opened more doors for gay artists and artists of colour to feel encouraged to venture into the country scene. Here’s to making more history in the future for the trailblazer.