Season 2 of “Euphoria” continues the teen drama’s narrative in exciting new directions. For much of the season, it seemed like Nate Jacobs’ sexuality would be a forgotten plot threat after being a key part of the first season. In the second season, Nate (Jacob Elordi) goes through various ups and downs, but the penultimate episode leaves him completely embarrassed, and it’s all thanks to Lexi’s ingenious acting. Nonetheless, the provocative scenes in Lexi’s play aimed at Nate seem to have reinvigorated the debate about her sexuality. If you’re wondering if Nate in ‘Euphoria’ is gay, here’s everything you need to know! SPOILERS AHEAD!
Is Jacob Elordi’s Nate Jacobs gay in Euphoria?
The famous actor of “The Kissing Booth”, Jacob Elordi, tries out the role of Nathaniel “Nate” Jacobs in “Euphoria”. Nate is a high school football player with anger issues. In the first season, he is in an on-and-off relationship with Maddy. However, in the first season finale, the two decide to end things between them for good. In season two, Nate starts hooking up with Cassie. Soon, love blossoms between the two, but Nate keeps quiet, fearing Maddy’s reaction. Nate also saw his father, Cal Jacobs, having a seizure and leaving the family home.
The penultimate episode of Season 2 sees Lexi’s piece reach its climax with a stellar dance number. The semi-autobiographical piece is based on the life of Lexi and her peers. The dance number features provocative steps that suggest Nate is gay. The performance deeply hurts Nate as he storms out of the auditorium, leading fans to believe that Nate’s reactions stem from his hidden homosexuality. Nate was exposed to videos of his father having sex with young men at a young age. The incident damaged his psyche and sparked a search for sexual identity within Nate.
His father’s desire to make Nate a star footballer could contradict Nate’s feelings about his sexual identity, leading to his anger issues. In Season 1, viewers see that Nate has private photos of various men on his phone. Also, he threatens Maddy when she suggests he is confused about his sexuality. Any conversation that hints at his potential homosexuality triggers for Nate and often drives him into a rage. Therefore, although signs are present, Nate himself has not explored his sexuality to the point where he can say he is gay.
Also, Nate had serious relationships with girls. He is attracted to Maddy, Cassie and Jules, which confirms his interest in women. On the other hand, Nate has never engaged in sexual interactions with men, which hints that he may not be gay. Although Nate has yet to confront his sexuality, it doesn’t seem like he has to force himself through his romantic and sexual interactions with women. Therefore, it is safe to say that if Nate decides to explore his sexuality, he will come out as bisexual and not homosexual. “Euphoria” has been renewed for a third season, so viewers can expect to see Nate explore his sexuality in future episodes.
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