Tag: James Talarico

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John Waters Talks Fire Island + GLEE Reunion Coming? + More

John Waters on Finding Fire Island

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

• The Fight: Legendary filmmaker John Waters brings his trademark sharp, affectionate humor to the documentary podcast series Finding Fire Island,  which explores the history of the famed queer enclave.

• OUT: Gay uber producer Ryan Murphy (Popular, Nip/Tuck, American Horror Story, American Crime Story, 9-1-1, Pose, Monster) was recently asked if he’d considered a reboot or reunion show of his beloved TV series GLEE: “Maybe we should revisit that show…”

• Boy Culture: Matt Rettenmund’s latest podcast episode features a chat with legendary Gaiety dancer Rocky, who was prominently featured in Madonna’s “Sex” book. Continue reading “John Waters Talks Fire Island + GLEE Reunion Coming? + More”

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TV Critic Gene Shalit Dead At 100 + VA Eliminates Programs For LGBTQ Veterans + More

TV critic Gene Shalit with Carol Channing

Some news items you might have missed:

• The Advocate: The Department of Veterans Affairs has ordered health facilities nationwide to eliminate healthcare programs created to help LGBTQ veterans.

• NBC News: Longtime entertainment critic Gene Shalit passed away yesterday at the age of 100. I know a lot of you grew up watching him as I did. Here’s a clip with my dear Carol Channing reducing Gene to tears with a story about Lady Astor and Sir Benjamin back in the day. Continue reading “TV Critic Gene Shalit Dead At 100 + VA Eliminates Programs For LGBTQ Veterans + More”

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New George Michael Concert Film + RuPaul, Lisa Kudrow At HRC Dinner + More

Some news items I thought worth your time:

• Queerty: The late pop star George Michael is getting another close-up in a new concert film based on previously-lost footage, George Michael: The Faith Tour. The big-screen release will coincide with the drop of an 18-track album of previously unreleased recordings sometime later this year. Continue reading “New George Michael Concert Film + RuPaul, Lisa Kudrow At HRC Dinner + More”

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CBS Tells Colbert Not To Air Talarico Interview, So He Posts It On YouTube

Stephen Colbert talks about being told NOT to talk about Texas state Rep. James Talarico

When late night talk-show host Stephen Colbert was told he couldn’t air an interview with Texas state Rep. James Talarico, Colbert not only mocked the decision, but posted the full clip to his YouTube channel. Continue reading “CBS Tells Colbert Not To Air Talarico Interview, So He Posts It On YouTube”

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Orville Peck’s Film Debut + New Music + More News

Orville Peck will make his feature film debut in Street Fighter.

Some news items I thought worth your time:

• Gay Times: Country music superstar Orville Peck (above) is set to make his film debut in the new film adaptation of the popular video game franchise Street Fighter.

• New Music: Out artist Grant Knoche started his latest single “WOOHOO” two years ago, but recently rediscovered the track and turned out this hypnotic pop bop. Continue reading “Orville Peck’s Film Debut + New Music + More News”