Dean Lewis in Personal Crisis: Singer Vows \’Intense Therapy\’ After Flirty Behavior Backfires

Dean Lewis, the Australian singer whose career soared with emotional ballads like \”Be Alright\” and \”Waves,\” has issued a raw, emotional statement addressing a social media campaign detailing claims of inappropriate conduct in romantic encounters spanning the past decade.

The ARIA Award-winning artist, who earned Best Male Artist and Album of the Year in 2019, acknowledged the posts made by multiple women who felt uncomfortable during their interactions with him.

Lewis, 38, addressed the claims on Instagram, stating he was \”hurt by any suggestion\” his actions crossed into illegality, but admitted his behavior was deeply flawed.

One woman, identified as Elaina, recalled feeling pressured and taken aback after Lewis allegedly asked if she would \”look all hot and beautiful for him\” before a show, and later asked, \”Do you want to make me happy?\”

Lewis confessed that his actions and attempts at flirtation were \”breathtakingly dumb,\” \”incredibly stupid,\” and \”insensitive.\” He said he now realizes his belief that the interactions were private was naive.

In a major announcement regarding his personal life, Lewis revealed he will be taking significant steps to address his behavior:

\”I am enrolling myself in intense therapy to make better choices and dramatically shift my approach to dating and relationships,\” he stated.

The singer\’s public apology and commitment to therapy mark a critical moment for the artist, who built his career on songs reflecting vulnerability and emotional honesty.

Lewis concluded his statement hoping to salvage his public trust: \”In time I hope to re-earn the trust of those I’ve hurt.\”