Pop star Madonna loves surrounding herself with gay men because they are not threatened by strong women.

Madonna insists she's always felt an especially close connection with her gay fans.

She tells Sirius Satellite Radio's OutQ channel, "Gay men are perfect men for girls who are tough.

"They're not threatened by strong women, and they're usually very in touch with their feelings and pay attention to details.

"I've always had an affinity with gay men!"

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