Big Brother’s Ali ‘flawlessly’ explains lesbian labels to housemates

older brother British housemate Ali, a self-proclaimed “late lesbian”, won over viewers with her expert explanations of different types of lesbianism.

In a recent conversation with Emma, ​​Khaled and Rosie on the ITV reality show, Ali, a London-based forensic psychologist, said: [who] “Femme” expresses femininity. There are femmes, mascots, and studs. ”

When Emma and Rosie asked what “stud” meant, Ali continued: “Stud is a bit of a controversial label. You shouldn’t call someone a ‘stud’ unless they identify themselves as a stud. [such].

“[It’s] At the time, the lesbian community was a bit exclusive, so stud lesbians developed their own name. This name should not be used at all by white people and is extremely offensive. She is basically a black woman with a masculine vibe. ”

In short, not all black women who are masculine are studs, but all studs are black women. Because this term was coined by them to categorize their particular experiences as black lesbians.

“Oh, you have a black cat lesbian, who looks like me and is probably a little aloof,” Ali said, adding that her partner was more of a Labrador lesbian. “She said, ‘I love you and I want to be with you forever.’

“And you often see black cats paired with golden retrievers. Then there’s butch, someone with a masculine vibe.”

Black cat lesbians are essentially lesbian women who share characteristics with black cats. In other words, she’s mysterious and feminine, but she also has a fierce side when needed.

Lesbian Golden Retrievers and Labradors are very enthusiastic about partnerships. They are comfortable hiding their hearts, are not shy about sharing their feelings, and may be quick to trust.

“Some people still call me d**es, but that’s one of those people who never calls me that.” [them that]…They must identify themselves as [that]” Ali warned again.

“People always say to me, ‘You don’t look like a lesbian, blah blah blah,’ because they expect lesbians to be masculine. But I think: Those. is just what you see.”

Ali was widely praised on social media for the way he brought the conversation to television, with housemates “listening intently”.

One viewer wrote: “This is the first time I’ve heard a conversation like this on TV. It’s so important.” A second said: “She explained it perfectly.”

And a third chimed in: “Finally someone has said what a stud is,” while another said: “This made me cry, great lesbian expression and understanding.”

This isn’t Ali’s first LGBTQ+ recognition. older brother Viewers were delighted to see her wearing a T-shirt with the words “Transgender rights are human rights” printed on it.

older brother It is broadcast on ITV2 from 9pm on weekdays, ITVX.

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