LGBTQ news and entertainment
Kansans will soon be required to use the bathroom that aligns with their biological sex at birth in all government buildings after state lawmakers in the House voted 87-37 to override Gov. Laura Kelly’s veto. Continue reading “Kansas Lawmakers Override Governor’s Veto Of Anti-Trans Bathroom Bill”
Some news stories I thought worth your time:
• New Music: Congrats to DJ Bill Bennett on hitting #1 on the iTunes Dance Charts with his new album, “DILF Act 1.” According to sources, Bill is the first out DJ to land the number one spot in the history of the chart.
The handsome artist offered this emotional thank you to his fans via YouTube. You can find my podcast interview with Bill here . Continue reading “DJ Bill Bennett Hits #1 With New Album + More News”
Trailblazing civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson has died after a lengthy stay in the hospital. The LGBTQ rights ally was 84. No cause of death has been made public at this writing. Continue reading “Civil Rights Icon/LGBTQ Ally Rev. Jesse Jackson Dead At 84”
When late night talk-show host Stephen Colbert was told he couldn’t air an interview with Texas state Rep. James Talarico, Colbert not only mocked the decision, but posted the full clip to his YouTube channel. Continue reading “CBS Tells Colbert Not To Air Talarico Interview, So He Posts It On YouTube”
Happy Monday! Some news stories I thought worth your time:
• U. S. Senate: After Trump’s crusade against the LGBTQ+ community at the Stonewall National Monument, Sen. Chuck Schumer has moved to permanently protect Pride flags as a “congressionally authorized flag.”
• CNN: Donald Trump hits record lows in four prominent approval polls — 26 points below water AP-NORC; 22 points below water NBC; 20 points below the water Yahoo-YouGov; 19 points below water Quinnipiac. Continue reading “Dems Move To Protect Pride Flag + DJ Bill Bennett Hits Top Of The Charts + More”
The latest polling from Gallup shows about 9% of U.S. adults identify as LGBTQ.
While that’s pretty much the same as last year, that figure is more than double the 3.5% in 2012 – the first year Gallup began tracking LGBTQ+ identity. Continue reading “Gallup: 9% Of U.S. Adults Identify As LGBTQ”
Some news items I thought worth your time:
• Them: Dan Santiago, one half of the duo who went viral gay grinding in Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show (above), says in a new interview, “Queerness deserves to be seen.”
• OUT: Former “The Voice” finalist Sasha Allen is back with a new song, “What It Feels Like,” about catching feelings for a special person, catching up to this new reality, and catching his breath to express how much he loves — and adores — his girlfriend, Adore Delano. Continue reading “Bad Bunny Dancer On Gay Grinding Moment + New From Sasha Allen + More”
During an in-depth interview with Bryan Tyler Cohen, former President Barack Obama was asked about the recent racist video clip shared by Donald Trump that portrayed Obama as an ape in the jungle. Continue reading “Obama Responds To Trump’s Racist ‘Ape’ Video”
Singer/songwriter/actor David Hernandez is marking the 10th anniversary of his 2016 anthem “Beautiful” with a Valentine’s Day re-release, “BEAUTIFUL 2.0,” featuring trans artist Mila Jam.
Hernandez, a longtime TRR favorite, calls the new version an evolution reflecting a decade of personal growth, therapy, sobriety, and learning to set boundaries. Continue reading “David Hernandez + Mila Jam Celebrate ‘Beautiful 2.0’”
Happy Valentine’s Day! Some news items I thought worth your time:
• Queerty: These gay couples (and singles!) of all ages are celebrating this Valentine’s Day by sharing their V-Day pics.
• Outsports: U.S. speedskater Conor McDermott-Mostowy made history this week, becoming the first out gay male Olympic speedskater as he competed in the men’s 1,000 meters. While he didn’t make the podium, he did land in the top ten for his event. Continue reading “Valentine’s Day + Out Speedskater Makes Olympic History + More News”