GSP Sparks Viral Debate With Sexuality Podcast Question

Georges St-Pierre has MMA fans talking for reasons that have nothing to do with fighting, after a clip from his podcast asking whether a man who has sex with men is "automatically gay" went viral.

St-Pierre posted the clip on social media, posing the question of whether sex between men, including in situations like prison, makes someone homosexual. The post exploded online, pulling in more than a million views and thousands of replies as fans reacted to the subject matter coming from a retired UFC legend.

What Was GSP Actually Talking About?

The viral clip was a small piece of a much broader conversation St-Pierre had on his podcast with Dr. Lauri Betito, a psychologist and sex therapist. Beyond the attention-grabbing question in the caption, St-Pierre and Dr. Lauri Betito tackled a lot more topics for sex education, including performance anxiety, female orgasm, beauty standards and trauma among others. It's a notable departure for St-Pierre, who built his public profile for over a decade as one of the most dominant champions in UFC history.

How Fans Reacted

The response split between genuine surprise and jokes at St-Pierre's expense. One commenter wrote that George has done a little too much jiu jitsu, while another joked the question automatically drops him three or four spots on the GOAT list. Most of the other replies, though, were simply fans stunned that a figure known for calculated, reserved public comments was the one steering a frank conversation about sexuality into the MMA space.

Where Does GSP Stand Since Retirement?

St-Pierre has been out of competition for years and has shifted his focus toward acting and media projects like this podcast. St-Pierre, now 45, last fought in 2017, where he became a two-division UFC champion. He eventually tried to come back looking for a super fight with champion Khabib Nurmagomedov, but it never got past UFC negotiations and led to his official retirement in 2019. There's no indication St-Pierre has any interest in returning to competition, and this latest viral moment shows how far his public life has moved from the cage toward broader media work.

Frequently Asked Questions

What did Georges St-Pierre say that went viral?

Georges St-Pierre went viral after posting a podcast clip asking whether a man who has sex with men is automatically gay, sparking massive reaction on social media.

Who did Georges St-Pierre interview on his podcast?

Georges St-Pierre spoke with Dr. Lauri Betito, a psychologist and sex therapist, covering topics including performance anxiety, female orgasm, beauty standards and trauma.

Is Georges St-Pierre still fighting in the UFC?

No, Georges St-Pierre last fought in 2017 when he became a two-division UFC champion, and he officially retired in 2019 after a potential fight with Khabib Nurmagomedov fell through in negotiations.