Valentine’s Day + Out Speedskater Makes Olympic History + More News

Happy Valentine's Day

Happy Valentine’s Day! Some news items I thought worth your time:

Queerty: These gay couples (and singles!) of all ages are celebrating this Valentine’s Day by sharing their V-Day pics.

Outsports: U.S. speedskater Conor McDermott-Mostowy made history this week, becoming the first out gay male Olympic speedskater as he competed in the men’s 1,000 meters. While he didn’t make the podium, he did land in the top ten for his event. Continue reading “Valentine’s Day + Out Speedskater Makes Olympic History + More News”

Another Man Accuses Matt Schlapp Of Sexual Assault

Matt Schlapp, the Chairman of the American Conservative Union, allegedly engaged in lewd conduct and sexually assaulted a man at a bar in Virginia on Saturday night. The report comes from Yashar Ali, who says he spoke with six witnesses as well as the male victim of the assault. Continue reading “Another Man Accuses Matt Schlapp Of Sexual Assault”

CNN: Matt Schlapp Sexual Assault Accuser Paid To Drop Case

Yesterday, I reported that the man who had filed a sexual assault lawsuit against American Conservative Union chairman Matt Schlapp had dropped the case, saying it was “a complete misunderstanding.” In my post, I noted that the man, Carlton Huffman, made a point of saying, “Neither the Schlapps nor the ACU paid me anything to dismiss my claims against them.” That seemed to leave the door open for a third party to have possibly paid Huffman to be quiet. It looks like I was right. Continue reading “CNN: Matt Schlapp Sexual Assault Accuser Paid To Drop Case”

Paula Abdul Sues ‘American Idol’ Producer Nigel Lythgoe For Sexual Assault

Paula Abdul and Nigel Lythgoe in 2013

I totally didn’t have this on my 2023 bingo card – Former American Idol and So You Think You Can Dance judge Paula Abdul has filed a lawsuit against executive producer Nigel Lythgoe claiming he sexually assaulted her on multiple occasions. Continue reading “Paula Abdul Sues ‘American Idol’ Producer Nigel Lythgoe For Sexual Assault”

Florida GOP Chairman Accused Of Sexual Battery By 3-Way Lover

Florida Republican chairman Christian Ziegler (screen capture via Fox News)

Christian Ziegler, Florida’s GOP chairman, is under criminal investigation after a woman filed a complaint with the Sarasota Police Department alleging the longtime Republican official had raped her. Ziegler is married to Bridget Ziegler, a Sarasota County School Board member and co-founder of the virulently anti-LGBTQ group, Moms of Liberty. The accuser says she and both Zieglers had been involved in a consensual three-way sexual relationship before the alleged assault. Continue reading “Florida GOP Chairman Accused Of Sexual Battery By 3-Way Lover”

Anthony Rapp: Spacey Lawsuit Was About ‘Shining A Light’

Actor Anthony Rapp (Star Trek: Discovery, RENT) issued a statement following his defeat this week in a $40 million sexual misconduct lawsuit against Oscar winner Kevin Spacey.
L-R Anthony Rapp (via Instagram), Kevin Spacey (via YouTube)
Actor Anthony Rapp (Star Trek: Discovery, RENT) issued a statement following his defeat this week in a $40 million sexual misconduct lawsuit against Oscar winner Kevin Spacey. Continue reading “Anthony Rapp: Spacey Lawsuit Was About ‘Shining A Light’”