Politics, pop culture and entertainment news of interest to the LGBTQ community
Zander Murray (image via Instagram)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”
The Vivienne (images via official Facebook)Some news items you might have missed:
• Pink News: As she heads into the finals of Dancing on Ice, UK drag star The Vivienne, who opened up the world of drag to a whole new British audience when she won the first season of RuPaul’s Drag Race UK back in 2019, reflects on the rapidly worsening situation for queens. Continue reading “News: The Vivienne On Ice + LGBTQ ‘Best Song’ Oscar Winners + More”
In this week’s episode of The Randy Report podcast, the FDA is expected to ease restrictions on bi and gay blood donations. Plus… Continue reading “Podcast: Gay Blood Donations, Anti-Drag Bills, Simon Dunn + More”
Madonna (image via Depositphotos)Some news items you might have missed:
• Variety: The anticipated biopic of music legend Madonna is taking an indefinite holiday. The project, which the icon was going to direct herself, is no longer in development at Universal Pictures, according to multiple sources. Continue reading “Madonna Biopic On Pause Indefinitely + More News”
The nominees for the 2023 Academy Awards were announced this morning.
Everything Everywhere All at Once leads with 11 nominations, All Quiet on the Western Front & The Banshees of Inisherin with 9 each. Continue reading “Nominations For The 2023 Academy Awards Announced”
Lady Gaga and Liza Minnelli at the 94th Oscars (screen capture)While most people focused on the Will Smith/Chris Rock slap at this year’s Oscars, some folks became concerned when the legendary Liza Minnelli appeared in a wheelchair alongside Lady Gaga to present the statue for Best Picture. Continue reading “Longtime Friend Says Liza Minnelli Was ‘Sabotaged’ At 2022 Oscars”
Will Smith (screen capture)Will Smith has been banned by The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences from attending the Oscars or any Academy event for 10 years in response to Smith slapping and yelling obscenities at comedian Chris Rock at this year’s honors. Continue reading “Will Smith Banned From Oscars For 10 Years”
Will Smith (screen capture)Will Smith resigns from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences amid the aftermath of his shocking attack on Chris Rock during the 94th Academy Awards. Continue reading “Will Smith Resigns From The Academy: ‘I Am Heartbroken’”
(via New York City Pride)Some news stories you might have missed:
• NYC Pride: Pop superstar Kim Petras will be this year’s Pride Island headliner – the first fully in-person Pride Island in 3 years. The NYC Pride events will take place from June 24-26. Continue reading “News Round-Up: March 28, 2022”
Ariana DeBose (screen capture)Ariana DeBose made history last night at the 94th annual Academy Awards winning a Best Actress in a Supporting Role statue for her powerful performance as ‘Anita’ in Steven Spielberg’s West Side Story. The win makes DeBose the first out queer woman of color to win an acting Oscar. Continue reading “Ariana DeBose Makes Oscar History & More From 2022 Academy Awards”