LGBTQ news and entertainment
NBC News interviewed me for this updated report on the Atlantis Events cruise I traveled on last month being denied docking in Turkey and Egypt.
The incidents are rightfully raising questions about how these policies could hurt their economies as the LGBTQ+ tourism industry booms.
You can check out other interviews I’ve done about the kerfuffle at the New York Times, CNN, and the Times of London.
In this week’s episode of The Randy Report podcast: Boy George has dropped out of the upcoming Jesus Christ Superstar revival in the West End. Plus…
• A memorandum just made public details Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s demands of Scouting America in order to continue the Pentagon’s longstanding support. Continue reading “Podcast: Boy George + Scouting America + New Music From The Cowgays”
Some news items for you as we head into the weekend:
• The Fight: Legendary filmmaker John Waters brings his trademark sharp, affectionate humor to the documentary podcast series Finding Fire Island, which explores the history of the famed queer enclave.
• OUT: Gay uber producer Ryan Murphy (Popular, Nip/Tuck, American Horror Story, American Crime Story, 9-1-1, Pose, Monster) was recently asked if he’d considered a reboot or reunion show of his beloved TV series GLEE: “Maybe we should revisit that show…”
• Boy Culture: Matt Rettenmund’s latest podcast episode features a chat with legendary Gaiety dancer Rocky, who was prominently featured in Madonna’s “Sex” book. Continue reading “John Waters Talks Fire Island + GLEE Reunion Coming? + More”
Scouting America’s National Jamboree – the organization’s largest annual event – has abruptly eliminated dedicated spaces for gay youth, women and scouts of color due to pressure from the Pentagon to pull back diversity efforts. Continue reading “Scouting America Eliminates Spaces For Gay Youth, Women & Scouts Of Color”
Some news items I thought worth your time:
• Deadline: Boy George has withdrawn from the West End revival of Jesus Christ Superstar just days before he was set to appear in the role of “King Herod,” apparently as a result of the singer’s recent release of a pro-Israel song that disputes the charge of genocide and calls pro-Palestine supporters “sheep.” The song is no longer available online.
• Kenneth-in-the-212: Check out this week’s round-up of LGBTQ (and adjacent) publications including the latest from Adelante Magazine. Continue reading “Boy George Withdraws From ‘Jesus Christ Superstar’ + More”
Donald Trump said today he may withdraw his nomination of Todd Blanche as attorney general due to lack of support on a vital Senate committee.
The Senate Judiciary Committee postponed a critical committee vote for Blanche’s confirmation today over the demands of Republican Sens. John Cornyn and Thom Tillis.
Trump says he could nominate Blanche again after the two lame-duck Republican holdouts leave office next year. Continue reading “Trump May Withdraw Todd Blanche Nom For Attorney General”
Broadway greats Gavin Creel and Aaron Tveit make me smile so hard at this.
The dynamic duo sing “His Eyes” from the Broadway musical Jekyll & Hyde in this video throwback I believe is from COVID days.
Gavin (a Tony winner for his performance in Hello, Dolly!) passed away from a rare, aggressive form of cancer at the age of 48 on September 30, 2024, just two months after his diagnosis.
It was recently announced that Aaron is returning to his Tony-winning role in Moulin Rouge for a final, limited 15-performance engagement.
H/t the Broadway Besties Podcast. Hit play and enjoy.
Colin Gray, the father of Georgia teen Colt Gray – who killed four people in a 2024 school shooting – was sentenced today to 15 years in prison in a high-profile legal case testing the limits of who can be held responsible for a mass shooting.
Colin was convicted of murder and manslaughter earlier this year after buying his son an AR-15-style rifle as a Christmas gift and leaving it unsecured — despite warnings the teen was a danger to others.
He is the first parent of a school shooter to be convicted of murder. Continue reading “Father Of Georgia School Shooter Gets 15 Years In Prison”
Team Trump has announced it is ending Medicare drug subsidies that helped to keep costs down for seniors.
The subsidies were expected to last through 2027, but they’re ending a year early. #SoMuchWinning Continue reading “Team Trump Announces End To Medicare Drug Subsidies”
Some news stories I thought worth your time:
• Washington Post: Donald Trump attended the funeral of the late Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) praising him as “one of the great figures in Senate history” during a funeral Tuesday at Washington National Cathedral that drew heads of state and much of official Washington.
Trump also, predictably, veered off-script when the prepared eulogy said “everyone liked Lindsey.” “Well, not everybody…” Trump added. Continue reading “Trump At Lindsey Graham Funeral + National Blood Crisis + More”