Politics, pop culture and entertainment news of interest to the LGBTQ community
In this episode of The Randy Report podcast, California’s Gov. Gavin Newsom signs 9 pro-LGBTQ bills into law. Plus… Continue reading “Podcast: Colorado State’s Out College Football Player + Scotland + More News”
Carl Nassib (screen capture)Carl Nassib, who in 2021 became the first active player in the NFL to come out as gay, has announced his retirement from football after seven seasons. Continue reading “Carl Nassib, 1st Active NFL Player To Come Out, Announces Retirement”
(image via Prime Video)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”
Out pro hockey player Luke Prokop (photo: Candice Ward)Some news stories you might have missed:
• ESPN: Fans of out pro hockey player Luke Prokop threw a DIY Pride Night for him when his team didn’t organize one. “It meant a lot to me,” Prokop told ESPN. “Seeing all the fans that enjoyed the night … the night is about them, not me.” Continue reading “News: Fans Throw DIY Pride Night For Out Hockey Player + More”
Nick Albiero (via Instagram)Some news items you might have missed:
• Instinct Magazine: The 28-time All-American swimmer, Nick Albiero, recently opened up about representing the U.S. as an openly gay athlete. “I felt like there was a time for this, and I don’t think I was ready for this five years ago.” Continue reading “Out All-American Swimmer + Meatball Takes On George Santos + More News”
Jakub Jankto (screen capture)Some news items you might have missed:
• The Advocate: Czech soccer star Jakub Jankto has become the first active international men’s player to announce he is gay. In his coming out message (below), Jankto says he wants to “live my life in freedom without fears.” Congrats, Jakub, for loving yourself enough to live out loud. Continue reading “Soccer Star Jakub Jankto Comes Out As Gay + More News”
Armie HammerSome news items you might have missed:
• OUT: Armie Hammer has spoken out for the first time since he was accused of sexual abuse, harassment, and inappropriate behavior toward several women two years ago. The actor also says that he was sexually abused by a youth pastor when he was 13 years old. Continue reading “Armie Hammer Breaks His Silence + More News”
Former MLB pitcher TJ House (via Instagram)Some news items you might have missed:
• Out: Check out this round-up of athletes who came out as LGBTQ in 2022 including pro-basketball player Isaac Humphries and former MLB pitcher TJ House. Continue reading “Athletes Who Came Out In 2022 + More News”
Former Major League Baseball pitcher TJ House (image via Instagram)Former Major League Baseball player TJ House came out as gay by sharing the news of his engagement to his boyfriend in an emotional Facebook post. Continue reading “Former MLB Player TJ House Comes Out As Gay”
L-R Maxence Broville, Fabien Reboul (via Instagram)Could men’s profession tennis finally have out representation on the ATP tour?
Fabien Reboul of France shared a photo of a kiss with fellow Frenchie Maxence Broville in his Instagram story with a caption which read, “I did not fall in love with you, your love pushed me into it.” Continue reading “Did These Pro Tennis Players Just Come Out As Gay?”