05/20/2026
My FIRST magazine feature… wow. 🥹
Reading this article centered around RIANOUTLOUD! and the work I’ve poured my heart, spirit, and soul into honestly feels surreal. Like I said in the article, this platform has always been BIGGER than me. It’s about creating space, telling our stories, amplifying Black q***r voices, and reminding people that we deserve to be seen, heard, celebrated, and loved OUTLOUD.
I truly can’t even put into words what this moment means to me. To everyone who has supported me, listened to an episode, shared a post, attended a live show, sent encouragement, or simply believed in me …thank you. This moment belongs to all of us.
A very special thank you to Michael Buzzelli ( ) for writing such a thoughtful and beautiful article, my friend DR. CC Calhoun ( .calhoun ) for her incredibly kind words, Ja’Cobi ( .j.l_ ) for styling me, and RYN( ) owner of Bad Bitch Thriftin ( ) for my new favorite vest. Y’all helped make this moment feel even more special. 🧡
This is only the beginning.💥💥