Colorado Governor Praises Shawn Mendes for Talking About Sexuality at Red Rocks

Shawn Mendes receives a standing ovation from the governor of Colorado Jared Polis …after Shawn opened up to a concert audience there and revealed he's still trying to figure out his sexuality.

The “Treat You Better” singer performed at the legendary Red Rocks Amphitheater in Colorado on Monday as he addressed “Yearslong.” Speculation about his sexualityand said it was still a work in progress.

Governor Polis, Colorado’s first openly gay governor, tells TMZ… “Red Rocks is a great place to share anything and everything. Colorado is a state where everyone, no matter who they are, can love who they love without fear.”

Shawn received a solid response from the crowd, and Governor Polis says Shawn chose the right place to open up because “he was surrounded by welcoming Coloradans who support his personal freedom to be exactly who he is.” .”

After the emotional concert at Red Rocks, Shawn flew back to Los Angeles… another place that is very welcoming and liberal… where he was photographed sharing a tight hug with his friend and fellow musician, Mike Sabath.