LGBTQ news and entertainment
For your Sunday perusal:
• EXTRATV: Terence Stamp — who scored with audiences in the box-office smashes “Superman” (1978) as the evil General Zod, and ground-breaking “The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert” (1994) as trans character Bernadette — has died at 87.
A Broadway star, an Oscar and Golden Globe nominee, a 60s sex symbol – Stamp did it all. Rest well, Terence Stamp. Continue reading “‘Superman’/’Priscilla’ Star Terence Stamp Dies At 87 + More News”
Me as ‘Mark’ in the national touring company of A Chorus Line“Who have you been with my son?” Funny you should ask… Continue reading “Celebrating The 50th Anniversary Of ‘A Chorus Line’”
Some news items you might have missed:
• Broadway World: The pro-shot of the Tony Award-winning Broadway revival of Merrily We Roll Along (above) will be released in movie theaters worldwide December 5, 2025.
• LGBTQ Nation: Puerto Rican Gov. Jenniffer González-Colón (R) has signed a bill banning gender-affirming care for trans youth under 21. The legislation bans both gender-affirming surgeries (which are rarely performed on minors anyway) and hormone therapy. Continue reading “Broadway’s ‘Merrily We Roll Along’ To Hit Movie Theaters + More News”
Some news items I thought worth your time:
• Boy Culture: June Lockhart, one of the greatest TV moms ever (“Lassie,” “Lost in Space”) turns 100 today. Click below to watch the longtime LGBTQ ally call out talk show host Virginia Graham (in 1970!) for homophobic remarks. Continue reading “Iconic TV Mom/LGBTQ Ally June Lockhart Turns 100 + More News”
Some news items I thought worth your time:
• LGBTQ Nation: Michael Wilcox (mug shot above) threatened to shoot up a Pride festival in Marion County, Florida. Then the FBI & cops showed up at his home.
• OUT Magazine: Drag legend champion Jinkx Monsoon has been cast to play “Mary Todd Lincoln” in the Tony Award-winning Broadway play Oh, Mary! The RuPaul’s Drag Race legend’s eight-week run is scheduled to start on August 4. Continue reading “Man Threatened To Shoot Up Pride Event + Jinkx Monsoon On Bway + More News”
GALECA: The Society of LGBTQ Entertainment Critics has announced the winners of its 3rd annual Dorian Theater Awards honoring the best of Broadway and off-Broadway, mainstream to LGBTQ, for the 2024-2025 season. Continue reading “GALECA Announces 2025 Dorian Theater Award Winners”
Some news items I thought worth your time:
• Variety: Actor Jonathan Joss, who voiced the character of John Redcorn for 10 seasons on “King of the Hill,” died in a shooting on Sunday. In a Facebook post, his husband said Joss was shot by a neighbor after years of “openly homophobic” harassment. He was 59. Continue reading “‘King Of The Hill’ Actor Shot Dead By Anti-Gay Neighbor + More News”
Some news items I thought worth your time: • The Times: In a revealing new interview, out UK Olympic diver Tom Daley shares that even former Olympians have body image issues. • Parade Magazine: The returning players for Season 50 of Survivor have been announced including out Emmy Award winner Mike White (The White Lotus)! I’ve been a huge fan of the show since Season One. Continue reading “Tom Daley On Body Image + ‘Survivor’ Season 50 Cast Announced + More”
It’s official! Hello, Dolly! is coming to Carnegie Hall with a big star-studded concert extravaganza in June and I’ve been asked to restage Gower Champion’s original choreography! Continue reading “My Carnegie Hall Debut: Star-Studded ‘Hello, Dolly!’ Concert In June”
Some news items for you: • BroadwayWorld: CNN will broadcast the full, live performance of “Good Night, And Good Luck” from Broadway starring George Clooney (above) as Edward R. Murrow, on June 7 at 7 p.m. ET. • The Advocate: Today, May 17, is the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia (IDAHOBIT). Begun in 2004, the date is celebrated around the world. This year’s theme is “The power of communities.” Continue reading “CNN To Broadcast George Clooney In “Good Night, And Good Luck” + More News”