LGBTQ news and entertainment
Yikes! An EPIC fail by Republican Sen. Eric Schmitt of Missouri (above) today when Schmitt tried to frame former special counsel Jack Smith as a liar during his testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee, but instead found his “gotcha” moment was actually a big miss. Continue reading “Eric Schmitt Beclowns Himself During Jack Smith Hearing”
A group of pastors are urging Virginians to vote “no” on Question 2 which would repeal the state’s unenforceable 2006 constitutional ban on same-sex marriage and codify same-sex marriage rights. Continue reading “Virginia Pastors Urge Voters To Reject Ballot Measure That Would Codify Same-Sex Marriage Rights”
Some news items for you as we head into the new week:
• OUT: “The Traitors: New Blood” contestant Jay Vinnedge (above) came out as straight on social media after gay confusion. Vinnedge and his wife both made videos responding to fans being shocked that he is married to a woman.
• Queerty: Recap of last night’s MTV Video Music Awards where Madonna scored 7 trophies and Kacey Musgraves honored the legendary Dolly Parton. Continue reading ““The Traitors: New Blood” Contestant Comes Out As Straight + More”
Education Secretary Linda McMahon (above) announced today it has formally rescinded a Biden-era policy that extended the federal ban on sex discrimination in schools to also protect LGBTQ people.
Because god forbid we protect LGBTQ kids. Continue reading “Education Dept Formally Rescinds LGBTQ Protections”
Andrew Bailey, who joined the F.B.I. in an unusual capacity as co-deputy director, is abruptly leaving his position after a little more than a year. This comes amid much turbulence in federal law enforcement agencies under the Trump administration. Continue reading “Deputy FBI Director Abruptly Quits Amid Clashes With Kash Patel”
In a late night social media post, Donald Trump floated the idea of tearing out the White House press briefing room and restoring a historic indoor swimming pool in its place. Continue reading “Trump Teases Tearing Down White House Briefing Room”
Some news items you might have missed:
• Deadline: Madonna will open the 2026 VMAs airing live tonight at 7:30pm ET/4:30pm PT on CBS, simulcast on MTV and streaming on Paramount+ (Premium) in the US. The show will be available globally the next day on Paramount+ and MTV.
• Playbill: The classic 1955 musical Damn Yankees will return to Broadway this spring. Tony/Emmy Award winner Neil Patrick Harris (Hedwig and the Angry Inch) will star as “Applegate” alongside Emmy Award winner Julianne Hough (Dancing With the Stars) as “Lola.” Interestingly, the show’s timeframe will be set in the early 2000s. Continue reading “Madonna Opens 2026 VMAs Tonight + ‘Damn Yankees’ Heading Back To Bway +”
This has to be one of the most hideous things I’ve read in a while.
Rodney Travis Jr. pleaded guilty this week to beating and maiming nearly 20 cats before uploading videos to social media claiming the animals had cancer and begged for donations. Continue reading “27-Year-Old Sentenced To 15 Years In Prison For Torturing Cats”
Checking in on some favorite InstaHunks this week, starting with John and John in weekend uniform mode:
Continue reading “Saturgay Pool Parties + Weekend Uniforms + More InstaHunks”
Some news stories from the day:
• Heavenly Birthday: I’m thinking my best ‘Happy Heavenly Birthday’ thoughts today for my dear, wonderful Olivia Newton-John, who would have celebrated her 78th birthday today. #missingyou Continue reading “Happy Heavenly Birthday Olivia Newton-John + More”