Following recent speculation surrounding the nature of his friendship with TV personality Andy Cohen, Grammy winner John Mayer has decided to address the issue head-on. In a letter published by the Hollywood Reporter on Thursday, Mayer expressed his frustration with the media's focus on the platonic relationship between him and Cohen.

The controversy arose after the Hollywood Reporter questioned Cohen about the intense speculation surrounding their friendship. Describing the friendship between the two as a subject of doubt due to Mayer's popularity as a straight rock star and Cohen's identity as a gay TV personality, the article generated significant attention.

Mayer, however, did not shy away from responding to these assumptions. He dismantled the premise that a close friendship between a straight man and a gay man must involve a sexual component, calling it a "specious premise." The 46-year-old singer made it clear that there is a rich history of rock stars befriending gay icons, suggesting that diversity in relationships should be celebrated and accepted without skepticism.

Throughout the letter, Mayer emphasized the importance of respecting individuals' dignity, regardless of their sexual orientations. He criticized the flawed logic used to coax an answer, stating that he refused to clarify something that was based on an erroneous and shallow view.

While Mayer's response to the Hollywood Reporter's questioning was met with appreciation from some, journalist Maer Roshan, the writer of the original article, stood by his line of questioning. Roshan, co-editor-in-chief of the Hollywood Reporter, highlighted the media's long-standing scrutiny of Cohen's relationship with Mayer and the skepticism surrounding the idea of a close platonic friendship between a straight man and a gay man. He defended his decision to run Mayer's letter, expressing that it was important to give attention to the issue at hand.

Despite their differing viewpoints, Roshan mentioned that he had a positive exchange with Mayer via email, indicating that there is no animosity between them. Roshan also expressed his anticipation of seeing Mayer perform at the Sphere next month.

The friendship between Mayer and Cohen has long been a topic of public interest. Back in June 2023, Cohen had claimed during an interview with Howard Stern that he and Mayer were "in love" with each other. Since then, questions about the nature of their relationship have persisted, leading to the recent scrutiny.

As the conversation surrounding their friendship continues, Mayer and Cohen both maintain that their relationship is purely platonic. They assert that their affectionate behavior towards each other has confused people, leading to mistaken assumptions about a romantic or sexual connection.

Ultimately, Mayer's response to the speculation highlights the importance of accepting and celebrating diverse relationships without making hasty and misguided assumptions.