‘Heated Rivalry’ And ‘Hacks’ Dominate 18th Dorian TV Awards

The Dorian TV Awards

GALECA: The Society of LGBTQ Entertainment Critics announced the winners of its 18th Dorian TV Awards recognizing the best in television and streaming from mainstream to queer-themed programming.

Francis Arnaud and Robbie G.K. in "Heated Rivalry" (via HBO
Francis Arnaud and Robbie G.K. in “Heated Rivalry” (via HBO)

GALECA’s members named Heated Rivalry, the steamy hockey romance that became a cultural sensation out of the gate this year, both Best TV Drama and Best LGBTQ TV Show. Continue reading “‘Heated Rivalry’ And ‘Hacks’ Dominate 18th Dorian TV Awards”

Playboy’s New Gay Editor + Nicole Kidman Teams With Troye Sivan + More

Philip Piccardi (via Instagram)

Some news items you might have missed:

The Times: 35-year-old Philip Picardi (above), Playboy Magazine’s new gay editor-in-chief, says he plans to make the publication playful again.

New Music: Australian pop artist Troye Sivan gets a big star-power assist in his new music video, “She’s The Best,” via fellow Aussie Nicole Kidman, who is the picture of elegant, cool glamour as she strides with purpose through a dressing room filled with drag queens and quietly seduces Sivan in a nightclub. Continue reading “Playboy’s New Gay Editor + Nicole Kidman Teams With Troye Sivan + More”

New Music: Orville Peck Is ‘Already Gone’

Orville Peck in his music video "Already Gone" (photo: Gordon Nicholas/Warner Records)

Orville Peck shares the music video for “Already Gone,” from his highly anticipated album Mule, set for release on September 18.

The new collection chronicles the worst year of Peck’s life – when he broke up with his partner, spiraled to the depths of addiction, went to rehab, got sober, and faced a reckoning with both the public and private versions of himself. Continue reading “New Music: Orville Peck Is ‘Already Gone’”

Daily Dance: Sam Salter & Rachel Muldoon Get ‘FEVER’

Rachel Muldoon and Sam Salter throw down some "Fever"

Check out Sam Salter and Rachel Muldoon throwing down some serious “Fever.”

This. Is. Dancing.

It’s all about the dynamics for me – the strong, straight arms contrasted with soft, rounded, flowing arms. And those tight stops. Bravo!

@itssamsalter

FEVER! With special guest … Rachel Muldoon

♬ original sound – Sam Salter

When Eyebrows Upstage A Congressional Campaign + More

Michael Alfonso (screen cap)

Some news stories for you as we head into the weekend:

The Advocate: Transportation Sec. Sean Duffy’s MAGA son-in-law Michael Alfonso won the Republican primary in Wisconsin’s 7th Congressional District. The internet has questions about his extremely well-groomed eyebrows. All he needs is JD Vance’s eyeliner to complete the look. Continue reading “When Eyebrows Upstage A Congressional Campaign + More”

Report: Food Shortages, Sewage Problems, Attempted Suicides On U.S. Aircraft Carrier

US aircraft carrier (screen capture)

Reports of poor conditions on the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier are alarming lawmakers. The Navy ship, on an extended deployment for the Iran war, has reportedly faced food shortages, sewage problems, unsanitary conditions, and attempted suicides.

The Lincoln left its home port of San Diego on Nov. 21 and has set a modern-day record during the ongoing Iran war for the most continuous days at sea. Continue reading “Report: Food Shortages, Sewage Problems, Attempted Suicides On U.S. Aircraft Carrier”

Luigi Mangione Expected To Plead Guilty In Federal Court

Luigi Mangione (mugshot)

An interesting legal twist could be in the works in the prosecution of Luigi Mangione, who faces federal and state charges in the shooting death of a health insurance exec in 2024.

Mangione is expected to plead guilty in federal court where he faces charges of stalking that resulted in the death of Brian Thompson.

His legal team appears to be jockeying to save him from state charges through “double jeopardy.” Continue reading “Luigi Mangione Expected To Plead Guilty In Federal Court”