Lorde Opens Up About Personal Struggles and Identity in Recent Interviews

New Zealand singer-songwriter Lorde has been making headlines recently for her candid revelations in a series of interviews, offering fans insight into her personal life and identity.

In a May 2025 interview, Lorde confirmed her breakup with longtime boyfriend Justin Warren, an executive at Universal Music. The singer revealed that the split occurred in the second half of 2023, describing it as painful but respectful. This marks a rare public acknowledgment of her private life.

The "Royals" singer also discussed her exploration of gender identity in a recent Rolling Stone interview, stating she feels "in the middle gender-wise" and describing herself as "a woman except for the days when I'm a man." This personal exploration reportedly influenced the creation of her upcoming album "Virgin" and the track "Man of the Year."

However, Lorde faced criticism following comments in the same Rolling Stone interview about watching Pamela Anderson and Tommy Lee's stolen sex tape, which she described as "beautiful." The remarks sparked backlash online, as the tape was distributed without Anderson and Lee's consent and caused significant trauma, particularly to Anderson.

The series of revelations provides fans with unprecedented insight into Lorde's personal evolution as both an artist and individual.