Caleb Shomo, the lead singer of the American metalcore band Beartooth, made headlines in May 2026 when he publicly came out as gay. His announcement followed extensive speculation about his sexuality, which he addressed in an emotional Instagram post. Shomo expressed his gratitude for his past albums, which explored themes of depression and self-hatred, while also acknowledging the difficulty of confronting his true self. He has been candid about his mental health struggles, revealing that he has battled clinical depression and suicidal thoughts since his teenage years. Shomo has been with Beartooth since 2012, releasing five studio albums, the latest being 'The Surface' in 2023. In March 2026, he deleted his Instagram account after a homophobic comment from Chris Fronzak, the frontman of Attila, which Fronzak later apologized for. Shomo was previously married to Fleur Shomo, who publicly supported him after his coming out, reflecting on their nearly 14-year marriage and the love they shared. She encouraged fans to continue supporting Caleb as he navigates this new chapter in his life.