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Jake Zyrus‘ (formerly Charice) name change just became official, and fans are already sending an outpouring of love and support!

The 25-year-old former Glee star first declared years ago, “My soul is like male.”

Jake recently shared the news with fans via social media – changing handles on Twitter and Instagram to the new name – and they have made sure to let the singer know they’re on board with the decision.

“Always be you,” one fan tweeted. “Thank you for being brave enough to do what most of us could not even dare to think of.”

“Talent always wins. All the love, Jake Zyrus ❤️🌈,” another wrote.

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Former Glee star Charice is officially going by a new name – Jake Zyrus!

The announcement from the 25-year-old singer comes several years after declaring in an interview with Oprah Winfrey that “my soul is like male.”

Jake took to social media to share the news, changing handles on Twitter and Instagram to the new name.

“My first tweet as Jake. Overwhelmed. Saw all your love comments and I’m so happy. Finally. I love you, everyone and see you soon,” Jake wrote on Twitter.

Jake added on Instagram, “From the bottom of my heart, thank you for the love and respect. I love you back and I’m sending peace to everyone.”

Pop starlet Charice is gearing up for her debut on Glee – and she’s getting a little help from Botox to look her best.

The 18-year-old Filipino singer underwent Botox treatment and a skin tightening procedure to “look fresh on camera” and to narrow her “naturally round face”. Charice‘s treatments were performed by cosmetic surgeon Vicki Belo, who filled ABS-CBN television about Charice‘s makeover (via AP).

Filming for Glee begins at the end of this month, Charice said.

At first we were skeptical about this rumor — but then we watched the below video. Check it out for proof!

UPDATE: Charice’s rep tells Us Weekly that the Botox was used “to relieve a jaw problem similar to TMJ.”

“It did not hurt; it relieved the pain,” her rep added. “You’ve seen her face – she doesn’t have a wrinkle in it so she wouldn’t need it for cosmetic purposes. The Glee people are thrilled with the way she looks which is why she got the part.”

After being spotted at a gay club in New York City this weekend, David Archuleta has turned to his Twitter to clarify the situation!

“Last night in New York I got invited to go and see my friend Charice perform. Mental note to self: always ask where before you go! Wasn’t my kind of place lol, and I had no clue! I guess you live and learn. The upside was that Charice was awesome, and she has an incredible voice.”

“Hope that clears things up!” David concluded. “Been seeing some of the tweets.. sheesh!”

Charice backed David up, tweeting, “[B]ottomline, David just showed his support for me. and i wanna thank [him] for doing that.”