In a clip surfaced online, Chan is seen talking about the A Star Is Born actor, writer, and director Bradley Cooper.
Bang Chan Has A Crush On Bradley Cooper
“One thing that I have to point out is, Bradley Cooper’s eyes are so beautiful,” Chan said to the camera.
“Every time I see him… he’s so good-looking as well,” he continued.
The 22-year-old is a member of South Korean band Stray Kids, formed by JYP Entertainment through the 2017 reality show of the same name. Alongside Chan, the group is composed of other seven members: Lee Know, Changbin, Hyunjin, Han, Felix, Seungmin, and I.N.
Much like other insanely famous band BTS, Stray Kids are extremely popular and are considered icons for the LGBTQ+ community. The band, in fact, have showed their support for fans of all sexualities and gender identities on multiple occasions, despite South Korean LGBTQ+ people still face discrimination in their everyday lives.
Fans of the band also try and guess members’ sexual orientation and that is why Chan’s comments have immediately trended on Twitter.
"The whole time I was just very mesmerized by his eyes,” Chan also said of Cooper.
“I did not know that he has such a great voice as well,” he said.
Fans React To Chan Complimenting Bradley Cooper
Chan’s revelation has reignited the conversation surrounding his sexual orientation. Despite Chan hasn’t publicly addressed his sexuality, fans have speculated he’s attracted to men as well and his most recent comments might be proof.
Stray Kids lovers were ecstatic about the recent comments, causing both Chan and Bradley Cooper to trend on Twitter within the hour.
While many agreed with Chan, other K-pop fans started questioning Bradley Cooper’s appearance, not sure what their idol is seeing in him.
Stray Kids Supports The LGBTQ+ Community
Chan has never commented on his sexual orientation publicly, yet he’s always been supportive of the LGBTQ+ community, making sure to be an ally to fans of all gender, including non-binary people.
Earlier this year, Chan gave a speech at the group’s District 9: Unlock concert in LA on February 16.
Everyone is welcome at their gigs, Chan said from the stage, no matter whether “you’re a boy, a girl, or anyone else you choose to be”, showing his acknowledgment for those who are non-binary or identify with other genders.