The 1st Person Troye Sivan Almost Came Out To + More News

Troye Sivan scores his first #1 album with his new collection "Something To Give Each Other"

Some news items you might have missed: • Gay Times: Pop star and actor Troye Sivan (photo) has revealed that the first person he almost came out to was acclaimed British acting royalty, Sir Ian McKellen, because he “wanted to talk to someone about it so badly.” Continue reading “The 1st Person Troye Sivan Almost Came Out To + More News”

Podcast: ‘Red, White & Royal Blue’ Hits #1, Country Music From Dixon Dallas + More

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This week’s episode of The Randy Report podcast: Amazon Prime Video’s new gay romantic comedy “Red, White & Royal Blue” hit #1 worldwide on the streaming platform. Plus… Continue reading “Podcast: ‘Red, White & Royal Blue’ Hits #1, Country Music From Dixon Dallas + More”

Wayne Brady Comes Out As Pansexual + More News

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Some news items you might have missed: • PEOPLE: Actor and TV host Wayne Brady came out as pansexual in an interview with PEOPLE Magazine. https://twitter.com/huffpostqueer/status/1688682600234098688 • The Advocate: The Florida Department of Education has now U-turned and earlier decision and will allow the full curriculum for an Advanced Placement Psychology Class to be taught to high school students including information about sexuality and gender-identity. • Reuters: Pope Francis said on Sunday that the Catholic Church is open to everyone, including the gay community, and that it has a duty to accompany them on a personal path of spirituality – but within “the framework of its rules.” https://twitter.com/Reuters/status/1688558110951010304 • Kenneth-in-the-212: By now you’ve probably heard that filmmaker William Friedkin has died at the age of 87. Some thoughts about the acclaimed director of The Boys in the Band, Cruising, The French Connection and The Exorcist.Axios: A mint condition, first-generation iPod — originally purchased for $399 in 2001 — sold for $29,000 at an auction. https://twitter.com/axios/status/1688603037512749056

Beyoncé Pays Tribute To Slain Dancer + More News

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Some news items you might have missed: • The Advocate: Beyoncé paid tribute to professional dancer O’Shea Sibley on Tuesday on her website. Sibley was stabbed to death at a gas station Saturday night while voguing to her music. Continue reading “Beyoncé Pays Tribute To Slain Dancer + More News”

Jacksonville Jaguars Strength Coach Kevin Maxen Comes Out

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Kevin Maxen, assistant strength and conditioning coach with the NFL’s Jacksonville Jaguars since 2021, has publicly come out as gay with the goal of living his life openly with his boyfriend and hopes to inspire others to live their authentic lives as well. Continue reading “Jacksonville Jaguars Strength Coach Kevin Maxen Comes Out”

29 MLB Teams Plan To Hold Pride Nights In 2023 + More News

Some news stories you might have missed: • OutSports: While haters keep attacking pro-LGBTQ businesses, it’s worth noting that 29 Major League Baseball teams will be holding Pride Nights this summer. The Texas Rangers remain the lone holdout. Continue reading “29 MLB Teams Plan To Hold Pride Nights In 2023 + More News”

News: BBC Doc Chronicles Out Footballer’s Journey To Acceptance + More

Zander Murray's journey to acceptance is the subject of a new BBC documentary, Disclosure: Out on the Pitch.
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Some news items you might have missed: • Pink News: Gay footballer Zander Murray says he desperately tried to live life as a straight man, describing his 20s as a form of personal “conversion therapy” that he pushed himself through. Murray’s journey to acceptance is the subject of a new BBC documentary, Disclosure: Out on the Pitch. Continue reading “News: BBC Doc Chronicles Out Footballer’s Journey To Acceptance + More”