Tulisa Contostavlos, renowned for her roles in the music industry and television, has openly shared that she identifies as demisexual, shedding light on her personal journey and s**ual identity.
Rising to prominence in the late 2000s as a member of the chart-topping group N-Dubz, Tulisa became widely known for hits such as “I Need You” and “Ouch.” Her music career flourished further when she ventured into solo projects, with her debut album The Female Boss producing the UK number-one single “Young.”
Beyond her musical accomplishments, Tulisa found success on television, most notably serving as a judge on The X Factor from 2011 to 2012. Her presence on the show solidified her status as a household name, though she eventually stepped back from the limelight in recent years.
However, Tulisa has recently returned to television as a contestant in the 24th season of the widely popular survival reality series I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here!. This show subjects celebrities to extreme living conditions while tackling challenges, including encounters with various critters.
Prior to her participation on I’m a Celebrity, Tulisa had expressed her intentions to step away from the entertainment industry altogether. During an appearance on Fearne Cotton’s Happy Place podcast, she spoke candidly about her experiences in the music industry and her future aspirations, sharing:
“The music industry is wild, it’s ridiculous. I’ve been through most of it, and I’m planning to step back completely in two years. Next year, I’m transitioning into property investment. I envision creating themed rentals inspired by fantasy series, like Game of Thrones. I’m so excited for this next chapter.”
Although Tulisa indicated a desire to distance herself from the spotlight, she also mentioned staying connected with her N-Dubz roots, hinting at a possible return for special projects with the group while focusing on her private ventures.
Recently, Tulisa made headlines not just for her television return but for opening up about her s**ual identity. During a heartfelt moment on I’m a Celebrity, she shared that she identifies as demisexual. Explaining her perspective, she revealed that for her, emotional connection is essential before experiencing physical attraction.
“In order to feel sual attraction towards someone, I need to develop a deep emotional bond with them. It’s the connection and the emotional intimacy that create the foundation for sual attraction in my case,” Tulisa expressed during a candid conversation on the show.
Demisexuality, as Tulisa described, refers to a sual orientation where a person does not experience primary sual attraction. Emotional closeness must be established before any physical interest emerges. The term is part of the broader aual spectrum, which includes various orientations such as demiromantic, sapiosual, and gray as**ual.
According to health sources, demisexual individuals can be of any gender identity or romantic preference, including gay, straight, bisual, and pansual. What distinguishes demisexuality is the emotional prerequisite for experiencing physical attraction.
Tulisa’s decision to share this aspect of her identity has sparked an outpouring of support across social media. Fans have flooded platforms like X (formerly Twitter) to express their admiration and solidarity. One user enthusiastically posted: “I didn’t think I could love Tulisa more! Her speaking about demis**uality on national TV is so powerful and important!”
Another fan wrote: “Seeing Tulisa open up about being demis**ual makes me feel so seen. Thank you for sharing your truth on such a public platform!”
A third supporter added: “It takes courage to be so vulnerable on TV. Tulisa sharing her demisual identity helps normalize conversations around diverse sual orientations. So much respect for her!”
Tulisa’s openness has not only resonated with fans but also contributed to a broader understanding of demisexuality, inspiring conversations about emotional intimacy and personal authenticity on mainstream television.