Barcelona star faces homophobic abuse after public show of support for LGBT activist

Barcelona’s young full-back Hector Fort has found himself at the centre of controversy following a photo posted on social media with LGBT activist Brigitta Lamoure. 

The image, shared by Lamoure on Easter Sunday, shows the 18-year-old Barcelona player picking her up in his arms, taken during the 20th International Sports Solidarity Gala on March 28. 

The photo, intended to highlight solidarity in sport, has sparked a backlash, with many homophobic comments targeting both Lamoure and Fort.

The comments quickly filled Lamoure’s post, prompting her to speak out against the hate speech. She shared her disappointment on X, stating, 

“It’s a shame so much hate. But this should serve to encourage us to continue fighting for a free, secular, diverse, and inclusive society.”