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Iowa School District Unhires Trans Band Teacher + More News

Iowa (via Depositphotos)

Some news items for you as we head over Hump Day:

• Erin in the Morning: An Iowa school district chose to start the school year without the new band teacher instead of allowing a trans educator to take on the role he was offered, following protests from parents.

• Gay City News: Rhinestones, glitter, sequins, a plethora of feathers, and the best lip-syncing performances in Harlem were all featured at the fifth annual Mr. and Miss Black Pride International pageant on August 21 as part of the 29th annual edition of NYC Black Pride. Continue reading “Iowa School District Unhires Trans Band Teacher + More News”

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‘Overcompensating’ Season 2? + Shocking Twist On ‘The Gilded Age’ + More News

Rish Shah and Benito Skinner on "Overcompensating"

Some news items you might have missed:

• OUT: The head of television at Amazon MGM Studios hinted at the possibility of a second season for Benito Skinner’s offbeat queer YA show, Overcompensating (above), and shared that a writers’ room has begun. Yay! I loved the first season.

• Queerty: We need to talk about that truly shocking gay twist on the latest episode of “The Gilded Age.” Continue reading “‘Overcompensating’ Season 2? + Shocking Twist On ‘The Gilded Age’ + More News”

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Julian McMahon (‘Charmed’, ‘Nip/Tuck’) Dead At 56 + More News

Julian McMahon (image via Depositphotos)

Some news items you might have missed:

• Variety: Julian McMahon, Australian actor best known for his roles on “FBI: Most Wanted,” “Charmed,” “Nip/Tuck” and the early aughts “Fantastic Four” films, has died after a battle with cancer. He was 56.

• New Music: Out singer/songwriter (and Randy Report favorite) Milahroy teams up with BAYWUD for their new feel-good summer bop, “Kamikaze.” Continue reading “Julian McMahon (‘Charmed’, ‘Nip/Tuck’) Dead At 56 + More News”