Michael B. Jordan Responds to Gay Rumors: ‘Grow Up’

Michael B. Jordan took to Instagram Monday to call out online trolls who have stoked several rumors that the actor is gay.

In a video response, the Creed actor claimed he rarely acknowledges commenters, but over the holidays, "today I got time," he says.

According to Jordan, "whoever is angry, bitter, upset for whatever reason--grow the fuck up. Because karma is real."

He later dismisses the whole controversy, expressing love for his fans and wishing them a happy holidays.

Today #MichaelBJordan was accused of being gay. The account was reportedly fake & there were no receipts/proof. Anywho, the actor has responded with the following statement. (@michaelbjordan)

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Gay rumors have often forced many male celebrities to respond on social media, from young singer Shawn Mendes to another black television and film star, Shemar Moore.