Rapper Mykki Blanco is sharing a secret with his fans.
The rapper, who identifies as both transgender and as a cross-dresser, revealed to his fans on Friday that he is living with HIV. In a post on his official Facebook page, Blanco admitted he's been living with the virus since 2011 and went on to explain why he decided to come forward with his diagnosis.
"I've been HIV Positive since 2011, my entire career," Blanco wrote. "[F--k] stigma and hiding in the dark, this is my real life. I'm healthy I've toured the world 3 times but I've been living in the dark, it's time to actually be as punk as I say I am."
After making his confession, Blanco's post was met with supportive comments and well wishes from fans that complemented his bravery to reveal the truth about himself.
"The music industry ain't gonna like I admitted this so if a curator could help me move more into the art world that would be awesome...No more living a lie. HAPPY PRIDE," he also shared.
Blanco, whose real name is Michael Quattlebaum Jr., thanked many of his supporters personally, even telling one fan, "Its just today for everyone else knowing but its been 5 years for me, meds, garlic, limes, yogurt, [and] world travel. I just can't be an image living in fear having people call me brave and it being a lie. Thank you for your support. "
The rapper, who is known for his 2012 single "Wavvy," recently released his studio album "Michael."
