It's 2019 and homophobia persists. That's right! Despite gay marriage being legalized, 'Will & Grace' getting rebooted, and Pete Buttigieg shading Trump, discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation still pervades society. It's almost like it's an intractable social issue or something...

And the nerve to be flagrantly homophobic during Pride? Honey, it's audacious beyond belief! But that's exactly what one Texan bride is guilty of this week.

openly sharing who i am with the world is my choice; a choice i will never apologize for. i love what i do and who i am. today i was taken back a little bit. homophobia is a real issue still in 2019. please just be kind to everyone you meet. pic.twitter.com/mTGbcKl55T
— kristian (@Kristiantayyy) June 12, 2019

Kristian Cardenas is a freelance makeup and hair artist from Lubbock, Texas. Lubbock is notoriously conservative and Kristian lost a gig to homophobia. As a freelancer, she has no legal recourse. It's deeply frustrating to see something blatantly bigoted play out and know justice won't be served. That said, Kristian didn't advocate for vengeance or hatred. She dealt with the situation graciously and appreciated the Internet's support.

to everyone messaging me on all my social media, i promise i’m seeing y’alls messages. i love all the support y’all are giving me😭 don’t be afraid to message me and tell me your story, words of encouragement, or anything you’d like. i’d love to hear from you♥️
— kristian (@Kristiantayyy) June 13, 2019

Holy shit. 1. You are so much nicer/more professional to that shit human than I would’ve been 2. You should charge more- your work is bomb and $115 is way too low for both hair and makeup.
— Mykie (@GlamandGore) June 12, 2019

WTF is wrong with that person?!?!?!? I can’t believe that just happened. But to be honest I’m not surprise! Keep the hard work and no matter what stay visible! Happy pride Guuuurl! 🏳️‍🌈✌🏼
— SugarAddy 🍑 (@NalgAddy) June 12, 2019

So lemme get this straight... she damned you to hell but then said she doesn’t want you in her church... People like this are the reason Christianity is looked down upon. I’m so sorry this person spoke to you this way. I promise we aren’t all like this! You’re loved. 💛
— ✰ aaliyah ✰ (@meeceaaliyah) June 12, 2019

This is silly. Whatever church she goes to is probably a church of God. And anyone who loves God knows to love ALL His people no matter the way they live their life. The Bible makes that very loud and clear.
You’re so strong KC💗💞
— Victoria (@VictorriaOtero) June 12, 2019

this hurt my heart. 😭 proud of you for how well you handled that love!! my God loves you beyond belief.🖤
— RayChal (@rachelslathar) June 12, 2019

Homophobic bride fires lesbian makeup artist and becomes Internet's newest enemy.