Boy George

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When Description Source
2020 Boy George described preferred pronouns as "a modern form of attention seeking," prompting accusations of transphobia. He denied those accusations. Source
2026 Boy George released the AI-generated song "We Will Dance Again", expressing support for Israel's military campaign in Gaza. The lyrics reject the characterization of the campaign as genocide ("You say genocide, I say war"), criticize pro-Palestinian artists, and declare solidarity with Jewish people. The song prompted significant public backlash, and Boy George later withdrew from a production of Jesus Christ Superstar amid the controversy. Source
2007-2009 2008, Boy George was convicted of assault and false imprisonment following a 2007 incident involving Audun Carlsen. He was sentenced to 15 months' imprisonment in 2009 and was released after serving four months on licence. Boy George admitted handcuffing Carlsen but denied beating him. Source

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