Clay Aiken On Being Outed By Rosie O’Donnell + More News

Clay Aiken (via official Facebook)

Some news items for you…

Hollywood Raw: In a recent podcast interview, Clay Aiken recalls being inadvertently outed in 2006 by Rosie O’Donnell and why he calls that week the “most catastrophic” of his life.

LGBTQ Nation: A new report shows queer consumers overwhelmingly support inclusive companies. Consistency & brand authenticity is key. Continue reading “Clay Aiken On Being Outed By Rosie O’Donnell + More News”

Trailer: Season 2 Of ‘The Boyfriend’ + Grindr Robbers Sentenced To Prison + More

The cast of Season 2 of Netflix's gay reality series The Boyfriend

Some news stories for you on this Christmas eve:

Netflix: Check out the newly-released trailer for the highly anticipated Season 2 of The Boyfriend, Japan’s first gay romance reality series.

Across two months, ten men will live together as they share everyday moments, build connections, and navigate the unfolding stories that emerge from communal living. Premieres January 13. Continue reading “Trailer: Season 2 Of ‘The Boyfriend’ + Grindr Robbers Sentenced To Prison + More”

World AIDS Day 2025 – Where We Are Today

World AIDS Day is recognized each year on December 1

Observed each year on December 1 since 1988, World AIDS Day is an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV.

The annual event, the first-ever global health day, serves as an expression of support for people living with HIV, and to commemorate those who passed from the virus. Continue reading “World AIDS Day 2025 – Where We Are Today”

Tennis Anyone? + Colton Ford On Leaving OnlyFans + More News

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Some news items you might have missed: • The Caftan Chronicles: In-depth chat with porn-sensation turned recording artist Colton Ford about his music, leaving OnlyFans, life in Palm Springs and more. • Kenneth-in-the-212: This week’s Tennis Tuesday over at KIT212  is a serious service winner. More at the link. Continue reading “Tennis Anyone? + Colton Ford On Leaving OnlyFans + More News”

Celebrating The Holiday + A Magical NYC Moment + More

The Night Before Christmas was first printed 200 years ago today in the Troy Sentinel

As I finish my buttermilk pies for tomorrow’s festivities, a few news items you might have missed: • Axios: Did you know – “A Visit from St. Nicholas” (a.k.a. “The Night Before Christmas”) was originally published anonymously in the Troy Sentinel on Dec. 23, 1823. Years later, it was finally credited to Manhattan scholar Clement Clarke Moore. Continue reading “Celebrating The Holiday + A Magical NYC Moment + More”

90s Drama “It’s My Party” + Liza Documentary + More

Some news stories you might have missed: • Queerty: 20 facts you probably don’t know about the highly-underrated 1990s AIDS drama It’s My Party starring Olivia Newton-John, Eric Roberts, Gregory Harrison, Lee Grant, Marlee Matlin, George Segal, and more. Continue reading “90s Drama “It’s My Party” + Liza Documentary + More”

Grand Central Christmas Memories + More News

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Some news items you might have missed: • JoeMyGod: Joe Jervis, one of my favorite bloggers, penned his New York City memory, “Dance of the Sugar Plum Lesbians,” years ago and fortunately, it’s become an annual tradition. Well worth the reading. Continue reading “Grand Central Christmas Memories + More News”

World AIDS Day 2022 – Rock The Ribbon

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While the coronavirus has hogged the spotlight for nearly three years, World AIDS Day is still recognized every year on December 1. Because it’s important to remember this 40-year health threat is still with us. Founded in 1988, World AIDS Day was the first ever global health day. Continue reading “World AIDS Day 2022 – Rock The Ribbon”

Ben Platt On ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ Film + More News

Tony Award winner Ben Platt recently broke his silence regarding the reactions to the critically-panned 2021 film version of Dear Evan Hansen
Tony Award winner Ben Platt (image via official Facebook)
Some news items you might have missed: • New York Times: Tony Award winner Ben Platt on the reactions to the critically-panned 2021 film version of Dear Evan Hansen – “It was definitely a disappointing experience, and difficult, and it definitely opened my eyes to the internet and how horrific it can be…I find that Twitter is almost exclusively for tearing people down…It’s been really nice to be away.” Continue reading “Ben Platt On ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ Film + More News”