LGBTQ news and entertainment
Some news items you might have missed: • them: Out gay costume designer Paul Tazewell (above) became the first Black man to win an Oscar for ‘Best Costume Design’ last night for his brilliant work on the mega-hit movie musical WICKED. Continue reading “History Made With WICKED Oscar Win + More News”
Some news items you might have missed: • Pink News: International pop star P!NK has been praised for a defiant moment of trans solidarity at a benefit concert in LA while making a subtle dig at Donald Trump. Continue reading “P!NK Stands Strong For Trans Community At FireAid + More News”
Some news items I thought worth your time: • Pink News: Danish handball star Villads Raahauge Jensen (above) has come out as gay in an Instagram post sharing that his teammates have been only positive in reacting to the news. Continue reading “Danish Handball Star Comes Out + More News”
Some news items you might have missed: • The Advocate: A pizzeria in Tennessee received widespread criticism after confirming it does not cater same-sex weddings because of the personal beliefs of its owners. How very 2015. Continue reading “Anti-LGBTQ Pizzeria Backlash + Oscars Shortlist + More News”
Some news items I thought worth your time: • Queerty: As today is Madonna’s 66th birthday, check out the story of the Queen of Pop’s first recorded single – that was never actually released. Continue reading “Madonna’s Birthday + Chatting Up Armistead Maupin + More News”
Some news items I thought worth your time: • The Caftan Chronicles: Carl Siciliano (above) shares a spiritual episode he had at the age of 15 that eventually led to his founding the Ali Forney Center for homeless queer youth in NYC. Carl’s new book, Making Room, is a must-read. Continue reading “Carl Siciliano On His Journey To Helping Homeless Queer Youth + More”
Some news items you might have missed: • Gay Times: Congratulations are in order for Australian footballer Josh Cavallo, who came out in 2021, for his engagement to partner Leighton Morrell. Continue reading “Out Footballer Josh Cavallo Gets Engaged + More News”
Some news items you might have missed: • The Caftan Chronicles: Tim Murphy takes a fascinating stroll down memory lane (complete with cover images) with one of the longest-serving editors of the “so gay but never billed itself as such” After Dark Magazine, published from 1968 to 1983. Continue reading “Remembering ‘After Dark Magazine’ + More News”
Over at his excellent site, The Caftan Chronicles, Tim Murphy has a terrific interview with out Tony Award winner (M. Butterfly) and Law & Order star BD Wong. Continue reading “The Caftan Chronicles: BD Wong Chats Sleepless Nights & More”
Tom Chase (image via Facebook)Adult entertainment legend Tom Chase, who became a star in the 1990s with Falcon Studios and the 2000s with Colt, has overcome a years-long journey through personal pain, and says he’s ready to make more adult films. Continue reading “Personal Challenges Behind Him, Tom Chase Looks Forward”