What Is Demisexuality? English Singer Tulisa Contostavlos Opens Up About Her Identity

Tulisa Contostavlos, an English singer, and former X-Factor judge opens up about her sexual orientation for first time during latest season of British TV series I'm a Celebrity...Get Me Out of Here.  

N-Dubz singer revealed that she identifies as "demisexual", explaining that she needs to form a deep emotional connection to feel sexually attracted to someone.

A now-viral video, shared by official Instagram account of I'm a Celebrity, also has garnered 1.7 million views.

In clip, Tulisa opens up to her teammates about her personal life, she candidly explains that idea of dating someone “makes me feel physically sick” and even makes her want “to throw up.”  

I'm a Celebrity fans reaction

Fans of show flooded comments section with mixed reactions. Many praised her honesty and growth, one fan wrote, “I really have a lot of respect for Tulisa. For her strength of character and how she’s grown.”  Ors, however, left harsh comments, prompting a fellow fan to respond, “All hate comments are ridiculous you call yourself ults more like little kids GROW UP”

Anor group of fans shared ir support and related to her experience, with one commenting, “I’m gl I’m not alone in thinking like this,” while anor declared, “Absolute queen! Role model right re.”

What is Demisexuality?

A person who identify mselves as demisexual guard mselves from feeling sexually attracted to someone before having a close emotional bond. However, Cleveland Clinic confirms that “forming a bond doesn’t guarantee a person will feel a sexual attraction, but bond is needed before sexual activity is even possible.”