Big Brother star Kamu Kirk speaking during an interview
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Big Brother Star Kamu Kirk Breaks Silence on Drag Backlash After Eviction

The evicted reality star and MMA fighter claims he had no intention of insulting the drag community and reached out to castmate Jason De Puy.

By Rae MitchellPublished Updated 2 min read

Reality television personality Kamu Kirk is clearing the air following his recent departure from the *Big Brother* house. The mixed martial arts competitor faced swift online backlash over controversial remarks regarding the drag community made during his time on the show. Now on the outside, Kirk is pushing back against accusations of malice, insisting his intentions were completely misunderstood by viewers. Speaking out in a post-eviction interview with reports, the reality star maintained that he holds no ill will toward performers or the broader LGBTQ+ scene. Kirk asserted that his on-camera discussions were never meant as a targeted jab, emphasizing that he was simply speaking from his own personal perspective without any intent to offend or diminish anyone's art form.

What Did Kamu Kirk Say About Drag?

Big Brother star Kamu Kirk speaking during an interview
Big Brother star Kamu Kirk speaking during an interview

The controversy erupted after live feeds captured Kirk discussing drag performance with fellow housemate Jason De Puy, a former performer on *RuPaul's Drag Race*. Kirk's remarks drew immediate heat from viewers who flagged the commentary as insensitive. The tension escalated rapidly across social media platforms, making his eventual vote-out one of the most talked-about moments of the current season. Addressing the widespread reaction, Kirk explained that his comments were never meant to come off as hostile. He expressed regret over how the situation landed with fans watching at home, stating firm beliefs that people should be free to express themselves however they see fit. He underscored that disrespecting the art form of drag was never on his agenda.

Kamu Kirk on "Big Brother 28"
Kirk (seen here after his eviction) insisted he “was never trying to attack the drag community.”

Did Kamu Kirk Reach Out to Jason De Puy?

Kamu Kirk on "Big Brother 28"
“And I still don’t think that I actually did,” Kirk (seen here) added.

Following his eviction from the house, Kirk took immediate steps to clear the air directly with De Puy. The fighter revealed that he sent a direct message to his former castmate to ensure there was no lingering bad blood between them. Kirk noted that he wanted to clarify his stance away from the cameras and maintain a respectful relationship moving forward. While fans remain divided over the house drama, Kirk seems focused on putting the reality show chaos behind him. Whether his explanation satisfies viewers remains to be seen, but the former houseguest is adamant that his words came from a place of ignorance rather than intentional malice.

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Big Brother star Kamu Kirk speaking during an interview
Kirk (seen here after his eviction) insisted he “was never trying to attack the drag community.”
“And I still don’t think that I actually did,” Kirk (seen here) added.
Kirk also said he didn’t mean to offend fellow houseguest Jason De Puy (pictured above), who originally competed on “RuPaul’s Drag Race.”
Kirk (seen here) revealed he reached out to De Puy after his eviction last week.
Kirk said De Puy (pictured here) hasn’t responded to him yet.
“Maybe he just hasn’t seen it, or maybe he’s just not ready to talk,” said Kirk (seen above with Haley Thogmartin).

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Why did Kamu Kirk face backlash on Big Brother?
Kamu Kirk received criticism from viewers after making controversial remarks about drag performance during a conversation with castmate Jason De Puy.
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Kamu Kirk sent a private message to Jason De Puy after his eviction to clarify his comments and make sure there was no bad blood.