#TakeBackPride day 21 is dedicated to the illustrious Billie Holiday, the legendary jazz singer/songwriter. Not many are aware she was bisexual, often having relationships with both men and women, breaking barriers and challenging societal norms at the time.
As a bisexual black woman in the 20th century, Holiday faced discrimination from multiple angles. However, she always had a strong sense of self and was confident in her identity. Her music and spirit persevere to this day.
Bisexuality was an integral part of who she was, shaping her life, relationships, experiences and art. She is known to have been in a relationship with Hollywood actress Tallulah Bankhead. Let’s celebrate her and honour her sexuality today.
