Lil Nas X Speaks out About thebr Backlash Over His Sexuality The 20-year-old revealedbr he was gay during Pridebr Month on June 30. Nas X, whose real name is Montero Lamar Hill, previously hinted that he was gay on br social media before coming out. In a new interview with the BBC, the "Old Town Road" rapper said he is not fazed by criticism. Lil Nas X, viabr 'BBC Breakfast' Lil Nas X, viabr 'BBC Breakfast' He went to say that hebr wants to use his coming out br to "open doors" for others.