LGBTQ news and entertainment
The new documentary Strange Journey: The Story of Rocky Horror is coming to digital on June 2. Continue reading “Trailer: New Documentary ‘Strange Journey: The Story Of Rocky Horror’”
Some news stories for you as we head into the weekend:
• Rage Monthly: Out comedian Matteo Lane talks about the work, rhythm, and obsession that makes his comedy look effortless.
• LGBTQ Nation: Time announced its list of the 100 Most Influential People for 2026. At least six members of the LGBTQ+ community are featured including Tony Award winners Jonathan Groff and Alan Cumming, as well as legal director of the National Center for LGBTQ Rights, Shannon Minter. Continue reading “Comedian Matteo Lane’s Obsession + TIME’s ‘100 Most Influential’ + More”
In the ’70s & ’80s, Mickey Squires appeared in numerous adult films and erotic magazine spreads emerging as a mustachioed beefcake sex symbol.
The new documentary, Mickey & Richard, takes a deep dive into the man behind the uber-masculine image. Continue reading “Documentary: ‘Mickey & Richard’ Explores Man Behind The ’80s Sex Symbol”
Some news stories you might have missed:
• Queerty: Filmmaker Rachel Mason’s documentary, My Brother’s Killer, takes a deep dive into the 1990 beheading of adult film star Bill Newton (known professionally as Billy London). For decades his murder gathered dust as a cold case during a time when anti-gay crimes were often met with indifference. The film premiered at SXSW this past week.
• Boy Culture: Yes, there’s already a musicalized version of gay hockey drama Heated Rivalry. Matt Rettenmund shares his thoughts after attending a staged reading in NYC. Continue reading “‘My Brother’s Killer’ Explores 1990 Murder Of Adult Film Star + ‘Heated Rivalry’ Musical + More”
Some news stories for you as we head into the week:
• Extra: Robbie G.K. (lead photo) says he’s hopeful Season 2 of the gay hockey drama Heated Rivalry will include a destination wedding for his character Kip and François Arnaud’s Scott. Continue reading “Robbie G.K. On Season 2 Of ‘Heated Rivalry’ + More News”
In this week’s episode of The Randy Report podcast, The Netherlands has sworn in its first out Prime Minister, Rob Jetten. Plus… Continue reading “Podcast: The Netherlands’ New Prime Minister + Bob Mackie Doc-Film + More News”
Some news items for you as start the week:
• The Hollywood Reporter: Equalpride — parent company of LGBTQ media outlets like OUT, The Advocate, Pride.com, Out Traveler, Health PLUS Wellness and Advocate Originals — has laid off numerous staffers amid cancellations of major advertising campaigns.
• Channel5YouTube: Actor Shia LaBeouf talks about his Mardi Gras arrest and what it had to do with gay people: “Big gay people are scary to me.” What I’m curious about is — after working around queer people in the entertainment industry for years, Shia says gays touching his legs triggered him into a rampage…?
• The Advocate: Scouting America has pushed back on claims by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth that the organization would limit membership based solely on sex assigned at birth, insisting that transgender youth remain welcome in its programs.
• What To Watch: The excellent documentary Bob Mackie: Naked Illusion, all about the life and career of legendary designer Bob Mackie, is now available on HBO Max. I highly recommend.
• Democracy Docket: Virginia voters will head to the polls starting Friday to weigh in on a plan to redraw the state’s congressional map in response to GOP gerrymanders in other states after a court ruled that election preparations can move forward.
• New York Times: The State Department is urging Americans to depart immediately from 14 Middle East countries — including Israel, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, LebanonQatar and the United Arab Emirates — because of “serious safety risks.”
• Queerty: Out recording artist Nieri dropped his new album Architecture and with it the video to the dance single “Sober,” which plays in reverse, tracing a wild night backward from the morning after to the beginning.
The feature film documentary I WAS BORN THIS WAY tells the untold story of Archbishop Carl Bean, who sang the world’s first gay anthem – the Motown disco club hit “I Was Born This Way.” Continue reading “Trailer: Doc-Film ‘I Was Born This Way’ Tells Story Of 1st Gay Anthem”
Some news items you might have missed: • KSAT: A San Antonio Trump supporter punched a 69-year-old election worker repeatedly after he was asked to take off his MAGA hat inside the polling place. Election laws bar wearing candidates’ logos within 100 feet of election spaces as it’s seen as electioneering. Continue reading “Texas MAGA Voter Punches Election Worker + More News”
In the new documentary Will & Harper, Will Ferrell and his close friend Harper Steele (former head writer at SNL) embark on a cross-country road trip together after Harper comes out as a trans woman. Continue reading “Friendship Takes Centerstage In New Netflix Doc ‘Will & Harper’”