‘Beauty In Black’ star Xavier Smalls Issues Apology After Viral LGBTQ+ Going To Hell Comments Spark Backlash

Looks like damage control is in full effect…

Xavier Smalls, known for his role in Beauty In Black, is speaking out after facing major backlash over comments he made during an Instagram Live that quickly went viral.

In the clip, Smalls made controversial remarks suggesting members of the LGBTQ+ community would “go to hell”—and social media wasted no time calling him out.

Now, he’s stepping forward with a public apology.

“I am truly sorry for any pain or hurt that my words caused,” Smalls said in a statement. “Please do not let anyone make you feel less than, including me. I will do better.”

He also made it clear that his beliefs shouldn’t be used to spread hate, adding:

“My faith teaches me that God loves every single person deeply, and I want my life and my words to reflect that love.”

The apology comes after intense online backlash, with many fans and critics demanding accountability for the harmful comments.

While some are open to accepting his apology, others are still holding him accountable and questioning whether the statement goes far enough.

One thing’s for sure—this situation has sparked a bigger conversation about responsibility, faith, and how public figures use their platforms.