LGBTQ news and entertainment
Some news stories for your Saturday:
• The Advocate: Amid many jokes in her acceptance speech for the “Advocate of the Year” honor at the OUT100 gala last night, comedian Kathy Griffin got serious for just a moment telling the crowd, “Become as politically engaged as you can.” Continue reading “Kathy Griffin Accepts ‘Advocate Of The Year’ Honor + More News”
• Some news items I thought worth your time:
• Parade Magazine: Bobby Sherman, a teen idol in the 60s and 70s, has died at the age of 81. Sherman was known for huge chart hits including “Hey Little Girl,” and “Julie, Do Ya Love Me.” He also appeared on hit TV shows including Here Come the Brides, Getting Together, and The Mod Squad. Continue reading “RIP Bobby Sherman + Broadway Bares Raises $2.4 Million + More News”
Some news items you might have missed: • The Advocate: Rep. Robert Garcia (D-CA) – the first gay immigrant elected to the House of Representatives and former mayor of Long Beach, California – shares how and why he spent his first year in Congress holding far-right MAGA House members accountable. Continue reading “Rep. Robert Garcia + Photographer George Platt Lynes + More News”
Some news items you might have missed:
• AP News: A Michigan jury has decided that a handwritten document found stuffed in couch cushions at Aretha Franklin’s home after her 2018 death is her valid will. Continue reading “Jury: Doc Found In Aretha’s Couch Is Valid Will + More News”
Some news stories you might have missed: • NBC Out: Rep. Robert Garcia (D-CA), the first gay immigrant elected to Congress, sashayed to the House floor on Wednesday to honor drag icon RuPaul Charles, as the centuries-old art form has become a political lightning rod in recent months. Continue reading “RuPaul In The House + Mike Pence Goes For Trump + More News”
Some news items you might have missed: • NBC News: Democrat Katie Hobbs has defeated MAGA extremist and election denier Kari Lake for Arizona Governor. Look for Lake to have a meltdown in 3, 2, 1… Continue reading “Dem Katie Hobbs Wins AZ Governor’s Race + More News”