Olivia Newton-John sings Jim Brickman’s hit song “Valentine”
Olivia Newton-John Sings “Valentine” With Jim Brickman
Michael Henry Wonders On His ‘Oneness’ This Valentine’s Day
Michael Henry wonders on his ‘oneness’ this Valentine’s DayWith Valentine’s Day just around the corner, we know many folks may be making plans with their special ‘someone,’ but for others it can be an annual reminder that a ‘love connection’ hasn’t happened just yet.
Funnyman Michael Henry was all set to shoot a hilarious “Quarantine Cruising” video skit with his buddy Terry (played by drag queen Meatball) but Henry is in a pensive mood
“I just want to know why I’m nobody’s Valentine?” wonders Henry aloud with a quivering lip.
With perhaps slightly less tenderness than Henry was expecting, Terry responds, “Oh my god, it’s just a silly holiday, you stupid b*tch!”
Henry goes on to share that he’s never actually had a Valentine: “Never had a boyfriend, never been in love.”
It seems our hero has friends who fall in love “so easily,” so he’s been pondering, “What’s wrong with me???”
Meatball brings some dating realness to the conversationHenry reveals that his oneness isn’t for lack of trying: “I’ve dated, I’ve played games, I’ve had games played on me…I like guys so much that I’m crushed and heartsick when they don’t like me back.”
Cue Terry with some more stone cold advice deduced from his own romantic history (which apparently includes a boyfriend stealing his passport, but, another story…) which ultimately concludes with, “Don’t be so hard on yourself.”
While it seems sad, Terry does manage to slip in some of those ‘quarantine cruising’ jokes in including a truer-than-true Florida joke and something about an unfortunate glory hole mishap.
As usual, Henry delivers a spot-on snapshot of what many in LGBTQ culture might feel around this time of year without being preachy or heavy-handed.
If it’s any comfort, though, I can admit I went through all of Henry’s dating woes well into my 30s before the universe sent me hot hubby Michael. I always consider those misfires lessons in learning to appreciate hubbs when he finally arrived.
Hit play for a well-deserved mid-day brain break. Happy Friday!
Happy Valentine’s Day From Artist Silverjow
I just love Instagram artist Silverjow’s illustrations. There’s whimsy, character, attitude and relationship in all he does. These two characters say so much in each design. https://www.instagram.com/p/Bt2YeILgXIS/ And here’s Silverjow’s 2018 Valentine’s Day illustration… https://www.instagram.com/p/BfJD-30j4Xb/
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‘Dear Evan Hansen’ Serves Up Sweet Valentine’s Day Treat
Ben Levi Ross & Taylor Trensch of ‘Dear Evan Hansen’
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While not a gay story, it’s certainly a theme LGBTs have gravitated to in terms of the character’s yearning for acceptance. In the stage musical, “Only Us” is sung between Evan and his crush, Zoe. In this Valentine’s Day version, we have two ‘Evan Hansens’ singing to each other. Taylor Trensch, who played the title role on Broadway, and the national tour ‘Evan,’ Ben Levi Ross. For just a bit more Valentine’s Day charm, at the time this was filmed the two actors were actually dating. (I’m not sure about their present dating status). Related: Ben Platt & Casts Of ‘Dear Evan Hansen’ Sing “You Will Be Found” For this video, the musical’s Tony and Grammy Award-winning orchestrator, Alex Lacamoire, debuts a new arrangement of the song, and features pianist Austin Cook, guitarist Matt Sangiovanni, bassist Matt Rubano, and violinist Mona Tian. Sung by the two young men, the song shimmers in fresh and hopeful shades of gay.
I never thought there’d be someone like you who would want me So I give you ten thousand reasons to not let me go But if you really see me If you like me for me and nothing else Well, that’s all that I’ve wanted for longer that you could possibly know So it can be us It can be us And only us And what came before won’t count anymore or matter We can try that
And on Valentine’s Day, all love is celebrated – whether boyfriend, girlfriend, wife, husband or even the person in the mirror. Most of the time, I’m sharing some of the darker LGBTQ news of the day here. It’s nice to share something totally smile-worthy. https://youtu.be/WJkwjrFbmIs
Happy Valentine’s Day From Olivia Newton-John & Jim Brickman
Olivia Newton-John sings “Valentine”
Olivia Newton-John
Just Because: Valentine’s Day Edition
Out Music: Tom Goss “More Than Temporary”
Randy Report favorite Tom Goss shares this uber-romantical music video just in time for Valentine’s Day – “More Than Temporary” from his album, What Doesn’t Break.
In telling the story of blossoming young love, Tom spotlights senior LGBT couples as guiding inspiration.
From Tom: “If you let it, love will blossom. Look to these LGBT seniors for inspiration. Their example will light the way.”
“I’m grateful to those that have come before me. They have paved the way for the rights and privileges that I take for granted,” he told The Huffington Post. “Hopefully this video can highlight the beauty and inspiration of LGBTQ seniors, and in turn, give an example to those that are hesitant to dive into love.”
The video was directed by Christopher Turner, who makes a cameo appearance with his other half, author Armistead Maupin, well-known for his Tales of the City series of novels.
Click here for past posts where I’ve featured Tom’s music on The Randy Report.
Hallmark Cards’ Valentine’s Ad Includes Gay Proposal
For the third year in a row, Hallmark Cards has included a gay couple in an ad for their “Signature” series Valentine’s Day cards.
It’s a lovely spot from Hallmark which has made clear efforts to be inclusive of LGBTs in regard to the company’s romantic card selection.
Expect the haters to begin screaming in 3, 2, 1…
Colton Haynes’ Valentine’s Day
Colton Haynes shared the above pic on his social media yesterday pointing up his (apparently) single status of late.
I guess it was just Colton and an empty men’s suit for the holiday. No worries, Colton – millions love you.
It was just last month Haynes “came out” with a sly comment on a fan’s Tumblr post.
Music: Olivia Newton-John & Jim Brickman “Valentine”
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