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QUEER EYE Wins 7th ‘Outstanding Reality’ Emmy + More News
Some news items for the beginning of your week:
• Queerty: Queer Eye, the Netflix makeover series, won its 7th Creative Arts Emmy for Outstanding Structured Reality Program last night. Continue reading “QUEER EYE Wins 7th ‘Outstanding Reality’ Emmy + More News”
Las Vegas: ‘The Wizard Of Oz At Sphere’ Defies Superlatives
The new immersive experience, The Wizard of Oz at Sphere, has officially opened in Las Vegas, and it’s a spectacle that defies superlatives. Continue reading “Las Vegas: ‘The Wizard Of Oz At Sphere’ Defies Superlatives”
House Committee Obtains Epstein ‘Birthday Book’ Trump Claimed Didn’t Exist
The estate of pedophile Jeffrey Epstein has turned over a load of documents to the House Oversight Committee, including the infamous 2003 “birthday book” that reportedly includes a spicy note from Donald Trump (which he has denied writing). Continue reading “House Committee Obtains Epstein ‘Birthday Book’ Trump Claimed Didn’t Exist”
Broadway’s CABARET To Close Early + More News
Some news items for your Sunday:
• BroadwayWorld: Broadway’s Cabaret revival will close a month earlier than previously announced. Additionally, the show’s current “Emcee” – Tony winner Billy Porter (above) – will not appear in the remainder of the run due to a case of sepsis.
The production’s two alternates for the role, Marty Lauter and David Merino, who have delivered strong performances throughout the run, will share the role for the final performances. Continue reading “Broadway’s CABARET To Close Early + More News”
Trump Berates Reporter For Asking About His Chicago ‘War’ Threats
Donald Trump berated a reporter today for asking about his use of the word “war” in his threats to deploy the National Guard in Chicago.
“Are you trying to go to war with Chicago?” asked White House NBC News correspondent Yamiche Alcindor.
“When you say that darling, that’s fake news,” said Trump. “Listen – be quiet, listen! You don’t listen! You never listen. That’s why you’re second-rate. We’re not going to war, we’re gonna clean up our cities.”
Continue reading “Trump Berates Reporter For Asking About His Chicago ‘War’ Threats”
Ricky Martin + Dylan Efron + More InstaHunks
Checking in with some favorite InstaHunks this week starting with international pop star Ricky Martin rehearsing for the MTV Video Music Awards. Continue reading “Ricky Martin + Dylan Efron + More InstaHunks”
Olympian Greg Louganis Leaving U.S. ‘To Start Anew’ + More News
Some news items you might have missed:
• LGBTQ Nation: Out Olympic gold medalist Greg Louganis (above) has shared he is leaving the U.S. for Panama in an effort “to start anew, with an open heart and an open door – opening up to possibilities.” Louganis recently auctioned off three of his five Olympic diving medals for a whopping $430,865 to help finance the move. Continue reading “Olympian Greg Louganis Leaving U.S. ‘To Start Anew’ + More News”
New Music: Brandi Carlile ‘Returning To Myself’
After spending the past few years hanging with music legends like Joni Mitchell & Elton John, out recording artist Brandi Carlile has announced her first solo album since 2021, titled Returning To Myself, along with a gorgeous video for the introspective title song.
The gentle guitar-driven track finds the 11-time Grammy winner pensive as she considers whether focusing on oneself after a period of sharing is necessary, selfish, or perhaps a bit of both. Continue reading “New Music: Brandi Carlile ‘Returning To Myself’”
Trump Orders Removal Of World Peace Tent Near White House
Donald Trump has ordered the removal of the blue World Peace tent that has stood for decades as a peace vigil across from the White House in Lafayette Park, after reporter Brian Glenn, of the far-right Real America’s Voice, brought it to Trump’s attention. Continue reading “Trump Orders Removal Of World Peace Tent Near White House”