Yungblud’s Australia tour made headlines last week for reasons unrelated to the stage. The 28-year-old British rock singer was in Sydney between shows when photographers caught him partying nude on a yacht in the harbor. The images moved fast online and made plenty of waves.
The timing put him in an awkward spot. He was gearing up for a Sydney show when the photos hit. Rather than sidestepping it, he decided to address the moment himself, taking to TikTok before taking the stage. The video showed him laughing through the chaos and acknowledging exactly how he started his day.
Yungblud’s mom rang him to tell him about his “penis” being on TMZ
Yungblud (real name: Dominic Harrison) opened the video by reacting to how his day began. “Alright, Sydney. F*cking hell. What a morning I have had,” he said.
Then he shared the phone call that followed. “I’ve had my mom on the phone [saying], ‘Your penis is in TMZ!’ My argument is that it’s just good f*cking, clean fun, innit?” he added.
The photos showed Yungblud holding a drink and laughing while covering himself. Socialite Dina Broadhurst was also aboard the yacht, wearing a pink string bikini.
Fans immediately latched onto the comment. Many focused on his mom’s blunt delivery rather than the yacht photos themselves. The moment felt very on brand for Yungblud.
Despite the distraction, he made it clear the show remained his priority. He said he felt excited but worn down from travel. “It’s gonna be f*cking nuts. My voice is a bit croaky. I’ve got like the jet lag vibes. You’re gonna have to sing f*cking loud. Do not let me down,” he told fans.
He wrapped the video with his usual unapologetic tone. “C*ck out or c*ck off,” he concluded.
His IDOLS world tour continues Thursday with a show in Hindmarsh, South Australia.
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