On the eve of his 21st birthday, Chicago-born MC and baby brother to Chance the Rapper, Taylor Bennett took to his Twitter to share some special news.
My birthday is tomorrow & moving into next year I'd like to be more open about myself to help others that struggle with the same issues
— Taylor Bennett (@_TaylorBennett) January 18, 2017
I do recognize myself as a bisexual male & do & have always openly supported the gay community & will keep doing so in 2017. #ThankYou ????????
— Taylor Bennett (@_TaylorBennett) January 18, 2017
Love poured in immediately for the rapper, many applauding his honesty and emotional openness with plans to continue their unwavering support of his career.
@_TaylorBennett IM PROUD OF YOU TAYLOR! THAT SHIT IS NOT EASY pic.twitter.com/8xBeyqXa1J
— but damn, Gina! (@DNicole162) January 18, 2017
The support is truly magical.
@_TaylorBennett …as you are liberated from your own fear, your presence automatically liberates others.
Blessings your way Taylor ✊????
— Ricky Lance (@_RickyLance) January 18, 2017
You are loved, Taylor.
I want to send love to my younger brother @_TaylorBennett
You are supported. You are loved. You are brave.
— BLACK POWER ranger (@MalcolmLondon) January 18, 2017
Amen to all of this!
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Bennett isn't a stranger to making waves. He debuted a heartwarming song for his brother last year, and just recently, premiered a song called "New York Nights."