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| CGM48’s Latin Publicly Comes Out as Gay on Instagram Ahead of Graduation (Instagram/latin.cgm48official) |
CGM48’s Latin (Pimnara Rumruaymunkong) just made waves across stan Twitter and the Thai idol community after boldly coming out as gay on her official Instagram Story.
The 19-year-old idol from Chiang Mai, who’s been active since 2019 as part of the Thai-Japanese idol franchise CGM48, replied to a fan asking, “Are you WLW or Bi?” — with the now-viral answer:
“100% WLW. I’m gay gurrrrrrrl 🏳️🌈”
The answer was short, cheeky, and unapologetically proud.
Latin’s post quickly caught traction not only among fans but also in broader LGBTQ+ circles, especially considering the traditionally conservative idol culture where personal matters like sexuality are often kept under wraps.
A Brave Move in Idol Culture
CGM48, a Chiang Mai-based sister group of Japan’s iconic AKB48, runs under the “idols you can meet” model. While this format leans heavily on fan engagement and accessibility, idols are still often expected to maintain a clean, neutral image – particularly when it comes to relationships and identity.
That’s why Latin’s decision to speak her truth — even casually through an Instagram Q&A — feels significant.
Her coming-out moment happens just weeks after announcing her upcoming graduation. Latin will officially graduate from CGM48 Team C on August 2, 2025, with her last activity scheduled for August 24. Some fans believe this timing might’ve helped her feel freer to be open about who she is.
Fan Reactions: Love, Pride, and a Dose of Reality
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Support poured in from fans on Twitter and Thai idol fan forums. Many praised her for being honest and true to herself, calling her “an inspiration” and “one of the realest idols we’ve ever had.”
But not all feedback was positive. As in many parts of Southeast Asia, Thailand’s LGBTQ+ acceptance is growing — but still comes with cultural friction. A 2022 Pew Research survey revealed that 58% of Thais still consider homosexuality morally unacceptable, despite Thailand being internationally seen as LGBTQ-friendly.
Still, Latin’s declaration is part of a wider shift. From BL dramas topping local ratings to Thai cinema winning queer-focused awards at Cannes (like A Useful Ghost in 2025), Gen Z idols and creators are helping shape a new narrative — one that’s bolder, freer, and more personal.
Who Is Latin?
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Full Name: Pimnara Rumruaymunkong
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Nickname: Latin (ラティン / ลาติน)
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Birthday: 28 Jan 2006 (Age 19)
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Height: 168 cm
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Zodiac: Aquarius
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Team: CGM48 Team C (1st Gen)
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Joined: 26 Oct 2019
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Promoted: 1 June 2025
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Graduation: 2 Aug 2025 (Stage), 24 Aug 2025 (Final activity)
Latin’s journey with CGM48 has spanned nearly six years — growing from trainee to one of the group’s most standout personalities. Her farewell this August is already shaping up to be an emotional one, with many fans planning to attend both her graduation stage and final send-off.
In an industry where silence is often seen as the safest choice, Latin’s “I’m gay gurrrrl” moment wasn’t just casual banter — it was a quiet rebellion. And for many young fans out there figuring themselves out, it might just be the loudest kind of encouragement.