David Archuleta is entering a bold new era — and he’s not holding back.
In a candid conversation with Slayed.gay, the former American Idol fan favorite got real about anxiety, self-doubt, dating apps, celebrity crushes, emotional balance, and the inspiration behind his addictive hit Crème Brûlée.
Yes — that included talking about life on Grindr and Tinder.
Since publicly coming out, David has stepped into his identity with a new level of confidence and honesty, becoming an outspoken advocate for mental health, self-acceptance, and queer visibility. That freedom has transformed not only his personal life, but his music too.
The pop star and bestselling author of Devout is using his platform for something bigger. Teaming up with Gilead Sciences, David is helping spark important conversations around sexual health, HIV prevention, and PrEP — especially within Latine communities. Learn more at HealthySexuals.com
Why This Conversation Matters
- Latine men who have sex with men accounted for more new HIV infections than any other racial or ethnic MSM group as of 2022.
- New HIV infections in Latine communities rose 12% between 2010 and 2022.
- Among Latine gay and bisexual men ages 25–35, new infections skyrocketed by 95%.
Massive thanks to David for keeping it real, sharing his journey, and continuing to show up for our community both on and off the stage.
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