Picture this: a primary school teacher invites his boyfriend to the school’s staff celebration party. Sounds like a lovely evening, right? Well, not quite. The boyfriend happens to be a drag queen and performer, and his partner is worried about how his colleagues might react. Despite being asked to keep his profession under wraps, our fabulous performer decides to be true to himself and reveal his career. Let’s dive into the drama that unfolds!
The Fabulous Couple

A Supportive Boyfriend

The School Celebration

Inviting the SO

Making Time for Love

A Sudden Change of Heart?

Hiding the Truth

Is He Embarrassed?

The Party Begins

Meeting the Colleagues

The Big Reveal

Intrigued or Offended?

Side Eye Alert

Post-Party Argument

Standing His Ground

Proud Performer Stirs the Pot
Despite his boyfriend’s request to keep his drag queen career a secret, our fabulous performer couldn’t help but be true to himself at the school staff party. While some colleagues were intrigued and entertained, others seemed less than thrilled. Now, the couple is at odds, with the teacher worried about his reputation at work. But is it fair to ask someone to hide who they are for the sake of appearances? One thing’s for sure: this party won’t be forgotten anytime soon! Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…
YTA for breaking the terms of your agreement with your boyfriend

Ignoring his partner’s request, OP put his boyfriend’s job at risk. YTA

OP blindsided boyfriend, YTA. He made an effort to bring it up beforehand.

OP disregards boyfriend’s request and puts his career at risk. YTA ♂️
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OP’s drag queen boyfriend’s job at risk, YTA for not respecting request

Drag queen boyfriend’s request ignored by OP, deemed YTA

Drag performer faces backlash for not discussing boyfriend’s attendance

Commenter sympathizes with boyfriend’s fear of coming out.

Commenter calls out OP for selfishness, advises compromise.
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Partner lied about my job to coworkers, I refused to play along. YTA.

Outing someone without their consent is not okay. YTA.

Ignoring boyfriend’s request led to inappropriate behavior at party. YTA ♀️

Debate over NSFW label for Drag Queen job sparks controversy

Queer commenter advises drag queen to be cautious at boyfriend’s work party

Balancing personal and professional life in LGBT+ relationships

Drag not widely accepted yet, boyfriend aware of potential scrutiny

Commenter calls out OP for selfish behavior. Yikes

Commenter warns OP of potential consequences for boyfriend’s job

Curious commenter wants to know about family wedding in drag

Ignoring your partner’s job request makes you the a**hole
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Missed opportunity for growth leads to mutual betrayal and hurt

Don’t make your partner’s work event all about you. YTA

Commenter calls out OP for job interference.

Ignoring his request made you TA. Communication is key ️

Commenter deems someone the a**hole, drama ensues

Commenter calls out OP for being TA at school party

OP’s insensitive actions may cost him his relationship

Party foul! OP is the a**hole for outing their boyfriend.

Blindsiding boyfriend at school party makes OP YTA

Teacher faces backlash for drag queen boyfriend at staff party
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Teacher’s boyfriend called YTA for not respecting his situation
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Drag queen career overshadows boyfriend’s request at staff party

Ignoring a simple request? YTA

Partner shouldn’t have expected drag queen to lie about their career

Partner’s discomfort ignored, communication lacking. ESH with a bit of AH ♀️

Commenter calls out OP for sacrificing boyfriend’s career for attention

Commenter defends teacher’s decision, acknowledges potential consequences.

Commenter calls out OP’s behavior as a ‘Giant YTA’

Partner asked for favor, OP backed out without warning. YTA

Commenter calls out OP for not being upfront with boyfriend

User calls out OP for not considering partner’s point of view YTA

Breaking down American prudishness towards drag queen partners.

Dating a coworker can be tricky, but outing them is unacceptable

Homophobia and conservatism are the real a**holes here

Quick thinking and flattery can avoid awkward conversations

Lying to maintain professionalism? YTA gets called out.

Partner overshared at work event, YTA according to comment.

Why should OP’s drag queen identity matter if colleagues aren’t homophobic?

Commenter condemns OP for not respecting partner’s job safety concerns.

Communication is key! YTA for putting partner in uncomfortable position

Navigating bigotry in a school environment can be challenging
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Commenter calls out OP for risking boyfriend’s job.

Commenter acknowledges YTA and warns of potential consequences.

Choosing between SO and authenticity sparks thoughtful discussion

Supportive comment encourages drag queen to be true to self
