Speculation that musicians Omar Apollo and Steve Lacy are in a relationship has escalated following a series of affectionate social media posts, though neither artist has publicly confirmed they are dating. The latest buzz stems from a photo shared on July 8, 2026, showing Apollo hugging Lacy from behind, captioned with the phrase “hoes mad.” The image quickly circulated among fans, with one fan account reposting it alongside a tweet that read, “Omar Apollo and Steve Lacy in new photo.”
Previous Posts Fuel Speculation
The recent post follows another from June 2026, in which Apollo shared a FaceTime screenshot of Lacy on his social media. Apollo captioned the image, “Kissin Steve thru the iphone,” accompanied by a heart-eyes emoji. A fan account highlighted the post with the comment, “Omar Apollo and Steve Lacy on FaceTime!!! WHAT IS HAPPENING?!?!” These posts have led fans to scrutinize the pair's interactions, including their exchanges in each other's Instagram comment sections, as further evidence of a close bond.
No Official Confirmation
Despite the online attention, neither Apollo nor Lacy has made a formal announcement regarding their relationship status. Both artists have previously addressed their sexuality in interviews, offering insights into their personal lives without labeling themselves explicitly. In a 2025 interview with Rolling Stone, Lacy stated, “I’d probably be easier if it were just like, ‘I’m g-word,’ but I’m not g-word. It’s fluid, and queer is a lot harder to explain than just being a gay dude.” He also told Variety in 2023, “I didn’t really come out. I didn’t try to, it just kinda happened. I don’t care to announce who I’m into sexually. I think it’s silly. I never felt I needed to come out.”
Apollo's Openness About His Identity
Apollo has similarly become more open about his identity over time. In a 2024 interview with NPR, he said, “I’m very gay, so I’m just like, whatever.” This candidness has resonated with fans, who have long speculated about a romantic link between the two Grammy-nominated artists. However, as of now, there has been no official confirmation that they are a couple, leaving fans to continue watching their social media for clues.
