Emmys 2019: LGBTQ Stars And Shows Rack Up Nominations
Is this the biggest year yet for queer TV talent? The nominations for the 2019 Emmys are in, and it might just be the gayest year yet for for TV’s biggest awards night. Killing Eve leads the ‘queer interest’ pack with nine nominations, including Outstanding Actress (Drama) nods for Sandra Oh and Jodie…
Trump Administration’s New Human Rights Commission Alarms LGBTQ Advocates
The administration’s Commission on Unalienable Rights is stacked with people who have a history of “fighting against LGBTQ progress,” critics say. The Trump administration on Monday announced the formation of the Commission on Unalienable Rights, an advisory committee that will review “the role of human rights in American foreign policy.”…
It’s 2019, and You Can Still Get Fired for Being LGBTQ in These Cities
It’s 2019. The famed Stonewall Inn is now a photo-op for pop singers releasing new albums and politicians campaigning for president. An openly gay man has claimed the top spot on the Billboard Hot 100 for 14 weeks, and lesbian players led the U.S. women’s soccer team to their fourth title since 1990. But in 25…
Lil Nas X Understands Why People are Reacting Badly to His Coming Out
After cryptic tweets suggesting his queer identity, 20-year-old rapper Lil Nas X was finally asked point-blank by the media whether he’s gay or what. He is gay, and he says the homophobic backlash isn’t getting to him because he used to be similarly negative online. Charlie Stayt and Naga Munchetty, co-hosts…
11 Gay, Bi or Trans Actors Who Would Slay as Prince Eric in The Little Mermaid
‘Deaf Prince Eric or nah?’ tweeted Nyle DiMarco, after Disney casts Halle Bailey as Ariel Disney just announced the casting of Halle Bailey as Ariel in its new live-action remake of The Little Mermaid. The 19-year-old is one half of Chloe x Halle, an American contemporary R&B duo. ‘After an extensive search,’…
This Army Specialist Came Out On Live TV
A US Army specialist has come out on national TV. This past weekend was the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall Riots. To honor Stonewall and the legacy of Pride that followed it, the World Pride Parade in New York City was visited by around 3 million people. And one of those…
High School Valedictorian Comes Out as Bisexual to Ovation From Class
As New York City was gearing up for WorldPride, the valedictorian of a high school in New York (which has not been named) came out as a “proud bisexual man” in a moving speech to his graduating class. The room erupted in cheers when the student, Mason Bleu, shared his…
New York City Will Light 12 Iconic Buildings In Rainbow Colors For World Pride
This month, more than a dozen structures—including iconic buildings like the Empire State Building and One World Trade Center—will be lighting up in rainbow colors in recognition of WorldPride and the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall Riots. The city is expecting over four million international visitors to take part in the WorldPride…
Gay Mormon Republican Nathan Ivie Feels ‘Free’ Since Coming Out
Mormon and Republican lawmaker Nathan Ivie has said he finally feels “free” after coming out as gay in an emotional video last month. The 40-year-old Utah county commissioner went viral last month when he posted a video online in which he spoke of his struggle in coming to terms with his sexuality.…
Marvel Studios President Promises ‘More Prominent’ LGBTQ Superheroes in The MCU
Kevin Feige addressed the brief gay cameo in ‘Avengers: Endgame’ Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige has promised ‘more prominent’ LGBTQ superheroes will be introduced into the Marvel Cinematic Universe ‘soon’. During the highly anticipated Avengers: Endgame, co-producer Joe Russo made a cameo as the first openly gay character in the MCU.…
NBA Star Dwyane Wade Says It’s His “Job As a Father” to Support Gay Son at Pride
The NBA star received heaps of praise in April when he supported his son at Miami Pride. Former NBA star Dwyane Wade melted hearts earlier this year when he proudly supported his gay son, Zion, who was attending Miami Pride. Although Dwyane couldn’t be there in person, he sent lots…
New York Becomes The Sixth State to Bar Gay & Transgender ‘Panic’ Defenses for Murder
The admission of a hate crime should never be an excuse for it. The New York legislators have passed a ban on Wednesday, barring the use of “gay panic” and “transgender panic” defenses in murder cases within the state. Governor Andrew Cuomo is expected to sign the bill. With this move, New…