LGBTQ news and entertainment
Some news items I thought worth your time:
• Instinct Magazine: Out actor Tim Pocock (X-Men Origins: Wolverine, Dance Academy) shares how he survived growing up gay in a Catholic cult-like environment, his mother sending him to conversion therapy, and more in his new book, The Truth Will Set You Free: Growing Up Gay In Opus Dei. Continue reading “‘X-Men’ Actor Tim Pocock On Surviving Conversion Therapy + More News”
Former ‘First Buddy’ Elon Musk clapped back at out Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent calling him a “Soros stooge” who “can’t even do math” after Bessent told CNN Musk wasn’t ‘popular.’
Bessent was referencing a recent Associated Press/NORC Center for Public Affairs Research poll that found just 33% of U.S. adults have a favorable view of Musk.
Bessent’s remarks came after Musk announced he would be creating a new political party in the U.S. this past weekend. Continue reading “Elon Musk Calls Gay Treasury Secretary A ‘Stooge’”
The number of measles cases in the U.S. has hit a 33-year high with at least 1,277 confirmed cases spread across 38 states and the District of Columbia.
That marks the largest number of cases since 1992, when officials recorded more than 2,100 infections. Continue reading “U.S. Measles Cases Hit 33-Year Record High”
The search for survivors continues in Central Texas as the death toll has risen to at least 70 following the massive flooding on Friday. Continue reading “Death Toll Rises To 70 Following Central Texas Flooding”
Checking in with some favorite InstaHunks this holiday weekend beginning with out pro wrestler Anthony Bowens putting in that tan time. Continue reading “Tan Time + Rainy Days + More InstaHunks”
For 21 years, 63-year-old Mark Richards taught music and served as the band director at St. Francis Xavier, a Catholic school in Louisiana.
But that long run came to an end on June 25 when he was informed his contract would not be renewed for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year. Richards told The Guardian the reason for this termination “is that I am a gay man.” Continue reading “Catholic School Fires Music Teacher After Parent Discovers His Husband’s Obituary”
Some news items you might have missed:
• Instinct Magazine: Former pro football player Colton Underwood loves himself some reality TV. So it’s no surprise The Bachelor contestant (who came out as gay in 2021) has signed up for Season 4 of the hit-reality series The Traitor. Continue reading “Colton Underwood Joins ‘The Traitors’ Season 4 + More News”
The Idaho Attorney General has issued an opinion declaring an “Everyone is Welcome Here” sign that sparked a nationwide conversation in March can no longer be displayed in public schools. Continue reading “Idaho: Attorney General Bans ‘Everyone Is Welcome Here’ Signs”
Some news items you might have missed:
• Variety: Julian McMahon, Australian actor best known for his roles on “FBI: Most Wanted,” “Charmed,” “Nip/Tuck” and the early aughts “Fantastic Four” films, has died after a battle with cancer. He was 56.
• New Music: Out singer/songwriter (and Randy Report favorite) Milahroy teams up with BAYWUD for their new feel-good summer bop, “Kamikaze.” Continue reading “Julian McMahon (‘Charmed’, ‘Nip/Tuck’) Dead At 56 + More News”
Wishing everyone a fun, frolicsome, and happy Independence Day as the country recognizes the birth of our nation.
Here are some Independence Day factoids (via NPR) to share during your July 4th conversations. Continue reading “Happy Independence Day 2025”