“We’re all learning together.”
Shawn Mendes has apologized to Sam Smith for misgendering them at the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball last night.

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they/them pronouns
Shawn introduced Sam, who uses they/them pronouns , before their performance — but referred to them as “he.”

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On his Instagram story, Shawn wrote, “It absolutely slipped my mind. Won’t happen again…sending you so much love!”

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Shawn Mendes / Via Instagram: @shawnmendes
In return, Sam reposted the apology and wrote, “We’re all learning together.”

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Sam Smith / Via Instagram: @samsmith
Here’s to continuing to learn!
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