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By Quintay Knight, Communities of Color & Media Consultant On June 19th 2025 THERA Thursdays hosted a webinar entitled They Aint Coming To Save US featuring guest presenter Ian L. Haddock speaker, writer, author, advocate and the host Mable Taplin global patient advocate, strategic leader, author and keynote speaker. The webinar explores discussions emphasizing [...]The post They Aint Coming To Save Us first appeared on GLAAD.

Every week, The GLAAD Wrap brings you LGBTQ-related entertainment news highlights, fresh stuff to watch out for, and fun diversions to help you kick off the weekend. 1.) Ponyboi, the first feature written by and starring an intersex person, Salvadorian-American filmmaker and activist River Gallo, hit select theaters today! Set over the course of a [...]The post The GLAAD Wrap: Ponyboi and Hot Milk in Theaters, Trailer for Lurker, New Music by Susannah Joffe, Rene Rapp and More! first appeared on GLAAD.

Fans can't quit this epic love story.The 20th anniversary rerelease of Brokeback Mountain in theaters has both new and returning audiences seeing the Ang Lee-directed film on the big screen since it first premiered in 2005. Unsurprisingly, viewers are experiencing all kinds of visceral, emotional, personal, and nostalgic feelings while watching this epic love story between Ennis Del Mar (Heath Ledger) and Jack Twist (Jake Gyllenhaal).Even 20 years later, it's clear that Hollywood and moviegoers still don't know how to quit Brokeback Mountain And they don't want to, either.Scroll through to see reactions from new and returning audiences of Brokeback Mountain in theaters. Tickets and more information about this 20th anniversary theatrical release are available through Focus Features. (@) (@) (@) (@) (@) (@) (@) (@) (@) (@) (@) (@) (@) (@) (@) (@) (@) (@) (@) (@) (@) (@) (@) (@) (@) (@) X post translated into English:"I just heard my mom tell my dad (after watching Brokeback Mountain) that the two weren't gay but were just cowboys, and that's what brought them closer together."108. #BrokebackMountain (2005) One of the best movies ever made. It's so beautiful and heartbreaking. Heath Ledger and Jake Gyllenhaal are just phenomenal. They have fantastic chemistry together. As every rewatch, this broke my heart to a million pieces. pic.twitter.com/mNB2qydO1D Mody (@modytalkmovies) June 22, 2025 (@) (@) (@)

Queer as Folk may have broken barriers by featuring a rimming scene 26 years ago, but there is still a lot of stigma around this taboo sex actprobably because homophobes have linked it to anal sex and therefore gay men and consider it dirtywhich means that you while youve likely heard of it, you may have never given it a try.Ok, so there was also an analingus scene in White Lotus a few years ago and one in Euphoria, but its still a taboo subject that most people wont talk about in polite society. But rimming can be a fun, extremely pleasurable, and normal part of your sex life, regardless of you sexual orientation or gender identity. Everyone has nerve endings back there, so why not explore them?So, whether youre still a newbie and dont really know what youre doing, or youre a salad tossing virgin, dont worry because weve reached out to sex and sexual health experts who will have you looking like an ass eating veteran in no time!So youre curious about rimming, but should you give it a try?If youre curious at all, then its worth giving it a try. You may discover that you enjoy giving, receiving, or both! According to Birna Gustafsson, a sex educator and public health advocate who focuses on queer pleasure, STIs, and contraception myths, if youve ever explored your own anus with your fingers while masturbating or if the idea of licking your partner or being licked by them has you quaking with desire, then eating ass may be for you. If you notice that adding some pressure to the outside of the anal area heightens your sensation during sex or masturbation, rimming can be exactly what takes your pleasure to the next level, she tells PRIDE.Analingus can also be incredibly pleasurable and a great way to start exploring anal play, renowned anal surgeon Dr. Evan Goldstein, who is also the Founder and CEO of Bespoke Surgical and Future Method, explains. The anus is rich with nerve endings, and when stimulatedespecially with the warmth and softness of a tongueit can trigger full-body pleasure, even intensifying orgasm by activating the pelvic floor muscles that also wrap around the penis and prostate, he says. "For many, rimming can be the perfect gateway to anal play: external, non-penetrative, and deeply erotic in its own right.How do you bring it up to your partner or hookup?Communication is key when you want to try something new in bed and rim jobs are no different. Be honest about your interest, and stay open to their response. If theyre hesitant, thats okayits not everyones go-to (youre licking someones asshole after all). Respect their boundaries, just as youd want yours respected, Dr. Goldstein says.Gustafsson agrees and says that if you want to munch on your partner or hookups peach, you can ask how comfortable they are with exploring anal play and then explain how much youre looking forward to trying this with them. You can also ensure your pleasure by letting them know how much the idea excites you or how curious you are to see how they like it, she says.Our experts also provided some suggested questions you can ask to get the conversation started:Hey, Ive been curious about trying somethingcan I run it by you?Ive been exploring more down there on my own, and I want to know how it feels with a mouth. Im so curious, but Ill take your lead. How do you feel about that?I love the way your mouth makes me feel. Ive noticed youre going a little more south, do you ever think about going further? Id like to know how it feels, are you into that?What should you do to prep?Since were talking about eating ass, good hygiene is going to be your best friend here. If you think youre going to get some backdoor action, make sure you shower and clean your anus and the surrounding skin with warm water and a mild soap. You might want to go ahead and douche beforehand too so that if your partner has an impressively adventurous tongue, or rimming leads to anal sex, youre already ready to go, Dr. Goldstein says.You may also want to do a little landscaping before someone sticks their face back there, but it really depends on your preference and that of your sex partner. Its all about preferencesome folks love it natural, others want a smooth landscape, he explains. If hair removals on the table, we recommend laser over shaving, waxing, or depilatories. Those methods can cause microtears, irritation, and even trigger dormant HPV.How can you try analingus safely?Whether youre a salad tossing newbie or it makes a regular rotation in your sexual repertoire, you should be practicing safe sex. But what does that mean when it comes to analingus?Like all sex acts, analingus has its risksmostly related to STIs (like Hepatitis A, Herpes, HPV, Syphilis, Gonorrhea, Chlamydia, and others), as well as bacterial infections (like e.coli and salmonella). Giardia, a microscopic parasite that is passed through feces, and other parasites can also be present, Dr. Goldstein warns. Luckily, there are things you can do to help reduce this risk.Apparently, cleanliness is next to godliness even when talking about rim jobs! Its important to make sure youre clean before you get started, and then once everyone has come, you should hop back in the shower to clean off again. Dr. Goldstein also recommends avoiding playtime if either partner is under the weather or has an active STI, getting regular checkups with your healthcare provider (including oral and anal screenings), and rinsing your mouth with mouthwash once playtime is over because micro-scratches on your gums can allow bacteria in.You can also use dental dams or single-use latex underwear like Lorals to provide added protection and peace of mind. These thin barrier methods are surprisingly pleasurable, dont knock it til you try it! They can transfer even feather-like, barely there sensations or tongue-flicks, Gustafsson says.But even if both you and your sex partner have clean STI panels, you still want to take precautions because fecal bacteria can still cause infection or illness. After rimming someone, avoid licking their vulva/vagina or tip of their penis. Bacteria from the rectum should avoid coming into contact with the urethra or the vagina to prevent infection, she recommends.5 tips and tricks for getting the most out of rimmingTry different positions Variety is the spice of life, so try different positions like doggy style, with the receiver on their back, or face sitting. You can also try having the giver kneel on the floor at the foot of the bed with the receiver on their hands and knees on the bed with their butt facing you so that they can grind against your mouth or they can hover over your mouth while youre lying down. For those into power play, this position is a great way of being a receiver while maintaining control, Gustafsson says.Use your tongue like a proUse the the tip of your tongue to create a firm point to stimulate your partner, but avoid dating motions. Instead, create feather-like, barely there strokes in one direction, Gustafsson explains. Start slow, this is a great way to tease the area and get a sense for how much pressure they enjoy. Since it is such a delicate area, less is more! Try light flicks, firm strokes, breath play, gentle sucking, and circling their anus with your tongue. You can also use the middle part of your tongue to create firm pressure. But if youre tongue starts getting tired, press your tongue against them and move your whole head up and down to lap at them. This way, your jaw and neck are doing the bulk of the work while your tongue gets a break.Lend a handWhen youre rimming, you mouth isnt the only thing that should be getting in on the action. To take you and your partner from a normal orgasm to fireworks exploding behind your eyes, add in other forms of stimulation. While youre licking and sucking on your partners peach or their doing it to you, add in a hand job, fingering, or using a vibrator. The receiver can also masturbate while getting rimmed.Spreading your own cheeks can give your partner direct access to your hole (and signal youre into it), Dr. Goldstein recommends.Explore the surrounding areasNo need to stick to just the anus, try licking and touching the taint, balls, inner thighs, or even hips, which Dr. Goldstein says are extra-sensitive and crave attention too.Keep it wetA wet tongue feels better than a dry one, and dont be shy about using your own spit. You can also use lube to make things extra slippery. Adding a drop of silicone lubricant can make things go smoother, especially if youre adding fingers to the mix while rimming them, Gustafsson says. Keep in mind, though, that too much lube or wetness from saliva can saturate the nerves and actually make it more difficult for the receiver to feel what youre doing.Is it normal to feel shame?Its common to feel shame about wanting to explore anal play, especially because your mouth is involved in analingus and society has conditioned us to view it as dirty or taboo since its associated with queer pleasure and submission. Some people dont enjoy rimming, but for others it is a primary source of sexual pleasureboth are ok.But heres the thing: pleasure isnt shameful, Dr. Goldstein says. The anus is packed with pleasure potential, and theres nothing dirty about being curious or wanting more sensation. If someone makes you feel judged for wanting to explore, thats a red flagnot a reflection of your desires. The right partner will meet your curiosity with respect, not shame.Gustafsson also says that some people dont get down with rim jobs until they are horny, For many people, they dont feel much of anything until theyre aroused, so rimming is enjoyable after theyve already started touching themselves or each other. But if you are flooded with shame before or after the act itself, you can overcome this by owning and embodying your pleasure, she explains.Is rimming just for gay men?No, rimming is for everyone. The popular imagination may associate all butt stuff with gay men, but anyone can enjoy anal sex and analingus. Many vulva owners love it as the area is sensitive on its own, and the legs of the clitoris are nearby, Gustafsson says. "Many people also enjoy the taboo aspect of the act, regardless of their sexual orientation. While we all differ in our sexual preferences, everyone has an anus, so it is a universal experience to explore and seek pleasure in such a sensitive, erogenous zone.Dr. Goldstein couldnt agree more, Analingus is for anyone with a buttwhich is, well, everyone. Regardless of gender identity or sexual orientation, rimming can be a powerful, pleasurable part of intimacy. It relaxes the body, builds trust, and for many, feels amazing with or without penetration. Think of it as the warm-up act that can also steal the hole show. Pun intended!Experts cited:Dr. Evan Goldstein, a renowned anal surgeon who is also the Founder and CEO of Bespoke Surgical and Future Method.Birna Gustafsson, a sex educator and public health advocate who focuses on queer pleasure, STIs, and contraception myths.

Maisie Richardson-Sellers has long made a name for herself through grounded, magnetic performances across genres from playing Amaya Jiwe on DC's Legends of Tomorrow to embodying a queens cunning in The Originals.With each role, shes carved out a space for complex, emotionally rich Black women on screen. Now, she brings that same depth to Hulus Nine Perfect Strangers, portraying Wolfie, whose exterior slowly unravels to reveal pain, resilience, and growth. Its in episode 4 where Wolfies story truly breaks open, offering a layered look at her past and peeling back the quiet survival shes been operating in since her arrival at Tranquillum House.In her conversation with Out, Richardson-Sellers shares how she fought to ensure Wolfies backstory felt full and authentic, not just a passing detail. She also revealed she had to unlearn an emotional habit of staying silent in moments of pain, a personal breakthrough that deeply informed her performance. Maisie Richardson-Sellers in Nine Perfect StrangersHuluYouve played everything from time travelers to psychological thrill leads, but in Nine Perfect Strangers, we meet Wolfie through her relationship. How much of her identity did you build from who she loves versus what shes survived?Maisie Richardson-Sellers: Wow, that's a good question. What I love about Wolfie is she is such a collage of things. She's the onion right at the heart of everything. Shes this beautiful, powerful, dedicated spirit. As the years have gone on, she's been covered, cloaked, dimmed, and sort of trapped largely by herself in this sort of toxic relationship. Also, the fact that she didn't have the finances to afford going to school to study to be a violinist, which was her passion, is one of the things that kind of dampened her magical spirit. Shes free falling at the moment when you meet her. I think she's trying to find some kind of a lifeline to grab onto and at the moment, its Tina. We go on a journey throughout the season of her trying to figure out who she is independently and how she can survive. In episode 4, we get to see her beforehand, which is beautiful and heartbreaking at the same time because you see who she was and who she's become and it gives you hope of who she could be.Whats a version of yourself that only shows up on set, and what part of you never makes it to camera?Thats a smart question, Ty. I think the best version of me that shows up on set is I'm extremely professional and careful in my work and the way I present myself because I think respect, discipline, and commitment are sort of my pillars of the way I work. I'd say the part that shows up least is actually the cheeky, spontaneous, slightly more erratic and mischievous side as that one stays in the streets I'd say. [laughs] King Princess, Dolly de Leon, Maisie Richardson-Sellers, Murray Bartlett in Nine Perfect StrangersHuluYouve been in front of the camera and behind it, so when you direct, do you ever find yourself protecting your actors in ways you wish someone had protected you when you were just starting out?One-hundred [percent]. My main thing as a director is to listen, provide, and create a safe environment where people feel safe to play, to share, and to be vulnerable. Quite often, those things get lost in the madness and chaos of the set. I've seen it happen too many times. Ive seen people do things that they later regret because they felt pressured to do it, or they'll hide something during their scene when I know they could have gone deeper or pushed themselves harder or be challenged because they feel insecure or unsafe. My first priority is creating a bubble of protection so they can be the best versions of themselves on my set. Its collaboration, with making sure that everyone feels like their voices matter and everyone's also listening to each other as well as listening to myself and themselves.If you could teach a master class for young, queer creatives of color but you could only teach it through storytelling no advice, no lecture what scene from your real life would you use to educate them?The first thing that's coming to my mind is an audition. I was auditioning for Legends of Tomorrow. I hadn't had much experience and I was 23 years old at the time in Los Angeles. Ive never been a series regular before. Everyone was looking glam and glitzy and gorgeous. Back in the day, you used to have to wait and see all your competition [laughs] and I came in a tank top and jeans. Everyones kind of like looking at me and everyone's chit chatting. They all know each other. I felt so small and I just sat there. I was like, no, I refused to question myself by asking, why not me? I gathered myself and got my self motivation and power together. I went in and I smashed it. I gave my best, and I gave my true self. I didn't try to be like any of the other women. I just was like, this is me and it was a very honest performance. I was the underdog. I was the misfit. I use those things to my advantage and as a result, I won. I think especially as queer people, as people of color, often we are not the dominant voice in the room. We're not the one who's necessarily given the microphone. We're not the most numbered. I think it's even more important to lean into what makes you an individual and not try to blend in or try to dim light for the comfort of others in that space. King Princess and Maisie Richardson-Sellers in Nine Perfect StrangersHuluA lot of queer love on screen still feel like it needs to be explained for a mainstream audience. How intentional were you on Nine Perfect Strangers about showing the different perspectives and challenges of love with your character?One thing that was really important to me and in the work I create as well, is that queerness is not the center of that storyline. I think we need to move beyond that. It's one facet of our many, many faceted identities, right? I think what's good about this relationship between Wolfie and Tina is it's not about them being queer. It's about them being a couple who are struggling, who happen to be queer, and that's a part of their storyline, but it's not the main story and it's not about their queer sorrow or their queer trauma. One thing that was really important to me, which did not exist in the early scripts, was that Wolfie had a clear backstory. Why is she who she is? I fought really hard with the producers and the writers, and they wrote it. I'm so glad they did because now you understand her.In Nine Perfect Strangers, Wolfie is in a relationship that isnt built on fantasy, but its layered, its heavy, and its real. What did you learn about emotional intimacy by stepping into Wolfie?Emotional intimacy for me is intrinsically linked with a sense of safety. The safer that I feel, the more vulnerable and intimate I can be. I think with Wolfie, that's what she's craving. That's all she wants from Tina, which is to gain emotional intimacy. Tina's refusing her at every point, and that's making her feel starved. Its almost like her food sources being cut off by Tina denying this. It showed me just how someone can slip into survival mode when they're not being fed and stimulated and allowed to feel safe emotionally. She doesn't recognize herself. You see her just spiraling because a lot of the time you see Wolfie just acting on impulse and not being true to herself. Thats such a disorienting experience. Maisie Richardson-Sellers in Nine Perfect StrangersHuluWhats one emotional habit Wolfie has in her relationship that youve either unlearned in your own life or are still working through?I'm working through and have made huge progress on sometimes putting other people's comfort before my own. So therefore, not saying the thing I really want to say because I'm worried about sort of disrupting the peace or upsetting someone or making them feel a certain way. Sometimes I'll just swallow it. I think seeing that Wolfie does that to the extreme made me realize that that's not productive for anyone. It's not productive for me because then I build resentment and it's not productive for the person because they're never going to learn. It taught me to take more power over my voice and more autonomy over the way I feel, and to refuse to be treated in any way other than the way that I feel is just and fair for myself.Nine Perfect Strangers is now streaming on Hulu.

Happy Forest!When iconic Pride Month events come to mind, it's easy to immediately think of well-known gay parades and festivities that take place in popular areas like Los Angeles, New York City, or even Pensacola, Florida.It's incredible to see queer visibility celebrated in big cities and small towns across the United States, but there's one festival that occurs in the heart of Pride Month that truly encapsulates queer joy more than any other destination.Electric Forest hit a magical 13th year in Rothbury, Michigan this June and the inclusive festival brought LGBTQ+ visibility to the forefront at a time it's needed most.With multiple Pride activations, iconic music sets, drag brunches, immersive art installations, and thousands of queer people dancing all weekend long... Electric Forest is undeniably a can't-miss event that everyone in the LGBTQ+ community should experience at least one time in their lives. See on Instagram It's actually quite shocking just how gay this festival is. As I ventured through the breathtaking forest every single day, I was overwhelmed with all of the queer love that made Electric Forest feel like such a safe space.Let's be clear... I'm not just referring to all of the rainbow colors that beautifully lit up the forest each night. For this year's programming, Electric Forest recruited Jake Resnicow to take over the festival's Pride stage that featured legendary sets from The Knocks x Dragonette, Confidence Man, BAMBII, TAAHLIAH, and a slew of drag performers.However, the fun wasn't just limited to the Pride stage. One of the major things I personally love about Electric Forest is that the queer activations take place at every corner of this stunning festival.Throughout the spectacular meadow, it's likely you'll witness a queer couple getting married on-site at The Chapel or you'll see a group of gays rocking eccentric outfits as they venture from stage to stage. Plus, let's not forget that this year's festival literally had a gay soire that even had the headliner, Wreckno, propose to their partner! Talk about gay rights! See on Instagram There's so much political discourse surrounding LGBTQ+ equality today, so it's very inspiring and comforting that Electric Forest prioritizes queer acceptance in these challenging times.Electric Forest made history as the first major music festival to feature a Pride parade back in 2018 and the momentum has only grown since then. At a time where it feels like queer acceptance is regressing, this special festival is quite literally doing the exact opposite.In many ways, it feels like Electric Forest is embracing a future that many close-minded people are too afraid to embrace. As a proud gay man myself, I find myself struggling to accept where we are as a society today. That's why music festivals like Electric Forest are the medicine needed to keep up the good fight.I found myself saying, "I wish life was like this all the time" to many new members of my chosen family throughout the weekend. The real world may not be up to par with where Electric Forest is at, but thankfully, this very beautiful festival isn't going anywhere anytime soon.Trust me when I say Electric Forest is the escapism you just may need during these uncertain moments in history. To learn more about this exceptional festival and plan your once-in-a-lifetime trip, check out the official website here. You won't regret it! See on Instagram This extraordinary trip was provided by Electric Forest.

It's New Music Friday!June might be coming to an end, but summer's just starting to heat up and our favorite LGBTQ+ (and adjacent) artists have released some sunshine-ready tracks. We have a handful of new projects this week! Lorde's highly anticipated new album Virgin has finally arrived, KATSEYE is inciting some BEAUTIFUL CHAOS, Kevin Abstract's 18-track album Blush is an entire vibe, and Frankie Grande's debut album Hotel Rock Bottom reveals a new side of the icon. Meanwhile, Kim Petras has released her experimental new SOPHIE-inspired track "Polo," Kehlani just dropped the stunning music video for her R&B summer hit "Folded," Drag Race stars Trixie Mattel and Priyanka have both hopped on new tracks, and Rene Rapp is officially "Mad." Scroll through to listen to this week's best new bops, and follow this writer's New Music Friday playlist on Spotify."Mad" - Rene Rapp"It's getting hard to be nice, " Rene Rapp croons on her angsty new pop-rock track. "Gameboy" - KATSEYEKATSEYE is sick of the games, boy. Their new five-track EP BEAUTIFUL CHAOS is glossy pop perfection. "Gay HBO Max Song" - Trixie MattelTrixie Mattel's club remix of some HBO's most iconic (and gayest) TV show quotes is an instant club classic. Read a full breakdown of the song's references."Folded" - Kehlani Song of the summer? Kehlani just dropped the stunningly sapphic music video for her lush R&B song "Folded.""10AM" - UMIUMI's latest indie R&B love song has blessed us with a stunningly sapphic music video. "Midnight Sun" - Zara LarssonZara Larsson has delivered another pop banger with her MNEK-produced dance track "Midnight Sun" with a killer chorus. "Hotel Rock Bottom" - Frankie GrandeFranke Grande bares all on his debut album and the music video for its title track, Hotel Rock Bottom."Romeo" - Dove CameronDove Cameron's dance pop era? The singer-songwriter is channelling Lady Gaga on her experimental new track. "Lead By Example" - Ali ShahAli Shah is our latest pop boy who "goes both ways" in his steamy new music video. "97 Jag" - Kevin AbstractKevin Abstract's latest is a silky smooth indie track, one of 18 bangers on his new album Blush. "Broken Glass" - LordeLorde's fourth studio album Virgin has arrived, and lyrically toys with the singer's gender expression and identity. "XD" - Between FriendsAre you smiling yet? Between friends is ready to dance on "XD.""Polo" - Kim PetrasThis SOPHIE-inspired track is pushing Kim Petras (and her listeners) to explore the experimental boundaries of pop."Bed of Roses" - Teyana TaylorIssa Rae is featured in Teyana Taylor's sweepingly romantic new music video."You Got Me" - The AcesThe Aces have released the breezy debut single off their upcoming sapphic disco-pop album Gold Star Baby."THE ONE." - KeshaKesha is definitely the one supplying the bangers this summer ahead of her upcoming album release and Tits Out tour."Without You" - Rio RomeroRio Romero's new track is a reflective ballad on moving on."Fussy" - Niiva, PriyankaDrag Race star Priyanka teams up with Niiva for their dancefloor-ready banger "Fussy.""Ashes" - Diplo, Bailey ZimmermanBailey Zimmerman and Diplo team up for their new country song "Ashes." "IRL" - Lizzo, SZALizzo is back, and her new song with SZA is our outside vibe for the summer. "Suzanne" - Mark Ronson, RayeRaye and Mark Ronson's latest track "Suzanne" is an ode to powerful woman. "Again? Fuck." - Alison WonderlandAlison Wonderland's hyperpop dreamscape is the chaos we need right now. Here's the playlist!Taylor Henderson is a music contributor to Out magazine. Be sure to follow 'the alphabet mafia' playlist on Spotify!

Your favorite killer doll's favorite killer doll is back.M3GAN 2.0 is out in theaters now, bringing the beloved gay icon and Out digital cover star back to the big screen. Sign up for the Out Newsletter to keep up with what's new in LGBTQ+ culture and entertainment delivered three times a week straight (well) to your inbox!Gerard Johnstone, who directed the first film, is back to helm the sequel. Johnstone also wrote the screenplay for M3GAN 2.0 after the original film's writer, Akela Cooper, stepped back. In the cast, Allison Williams reprises her role as M3GAN's inventor, Gemma, and Violet McGraw returns as Cady, the girl who was paired up with M3GAN in the first movie.This sequel starts a few years after the events of 2022's M3GAN and charts Gemma's public comeback after being blamed for M3GAN's initial rampage. In classic social-media-influencer-style, Gemma has written a book about the situation and became a public speaker and advocate for stricter artificial intelligence regulations, as well as parenting without the aid of technology.When a new and even deadlier android named AMELIA (Autonomous Military Engagement Logistics and Infiltration Android) played by Ivanna Sakhno goes rogue and starts hunting down the people who created her, Gemma and Cady are warned that they might be next And that's when M3GAN gets her epic comeback, now with an upgraded body.Together, Gemma and M3GAN learn that AMELIA is part of a larger plot to set free the most advanced AI model in the world from a secret, underground bunker where it is being hidden. They subsequently decide that it's up to them to stop AMELIA from succeeding. In other words, it's up to M3GAN and Gemma to essentially save the world from an AI apocalypse.M3GAN 2.0 leans more into the campiness that made the first film an instant classic, and that works well for it. Plenty of scenes and lines will leave audiences in stitches and have the gays snapping their fingers.Williams is excellent, as always, and takes bigger swings in this film making her role even more fun. The dynamics between Gemma and M3GAN are also more compelling in the sequel than they were in the original feature.One scene, which serves as a callback to the original's scene where M3GAN sings Sia's "Titanium" to Cady as a lullaby, uses an 1980s classic, and is one of the best and funniest scenes in the film.McGraw is also given more to do M3GAN 2.0. Cady's has grown up, and also learned martial arts and self-defense after being terrorized by the killer doll in the first movie.The sequel departs from the horror elements of the first M3GAN film, opting for more action instead, and the results are mostly positive. The new action elements enable M3GAN to shine and help maintain the pace. Still, the film is bogged down by an unnecessary two-hour runtime.Films like M3GAN tend to work best at 90-100 minutes. For instance, the first film comes in at a tight 102 minutes. M3GAN 2.0 runtime reaches 120 minutes, and it does feel like it.Despite its best attempts, this sequel could've, and should've, leaned even more into its campiness and c*ntiness. Instead, it shows Gemma installing an inhibitor chip in the new M3GAN that prevents her from murdering people. The movie's PG-13 rating also serves a similar role in holding back M3GAN from being her full self.M3GAN is c*nty, but because of her rating, she can't say c*nt.Ultimately, M3GAN, Gemma, and Cady are perfect, but M3GAN 2.0 would've benefited from having a better villain. In comparison to M3GAN, AMELIA doesn't really have any personality (which is part of the plot, as her programming is different). But M3GAN deserves a villain who can match her charisma.Still, the M3GAN franchise needs more installments, and I'm eager to see what M3GAN 3.0 has in store for us.Out review: 3/5 stars.M3GAN 2.0 is playing in theaters. For tickets and more information, visit M3GANmovie.com.

100 entries, nine LGBTQ+ films.A list titled "The 100 Best Movies of the 21st Century" was published by The New York Times this week, and some of our favorite LGBTQ+ films made the cut.The publication polled more than 500 people while compiling this list. The participants were described as people who work in and around around the film industry, such as screenwriters, directors, and actors. The qualified picks span beloved films from the past 25 years, beginning at the turn of the century in 2000.The ranking ranges between classics from directors like Quentin Tarantino and David Fincher, but also includes more indie, non-English features. There are huge surprises, too (looking straight at you, Superbad!) But whether or not you agree with the full list, we're pleased to spotlight the LGBTQ+ picks that made it onto the list.Scroll through to see the nine queer films that made this list from The New York Times. And honorable mentions: Mulholland Drive, Anatomy of a Fall, Black Swan, and Best in Show are not listed here, but these films made the Times cut and also have prominent queer characters and stories.77. 'Everything Everywhere All At Once' (2022)Directed by Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert, Everything Everywhere All At Once is an experimental and nihilistic film with a devastating queer story at its heart. In 2023, the movie won the Academy Award for Best Picture A24's first-ever Oscar in the category.72. 'Carol' (2015)Carol is a queer classic directed by Todd Haynes that follows an aspiring photographer as she develops a romantic relationship with an older woman in 1950s New York.67. 'Tr' (2022)Starring Cate Blanchett, Tr is a psychological drama that dives into the world of a female director of a major German orchestra who is accused of sexual misconduct.52. 'The Favourite' (2018)The Favourite tells the story of Queen Anne's fragile day-to-day life being hijacked when she becomes enamored with an alluring new servant who has hidden motives.38. 'Portrait of a Lady on Fire' (2019)Portrait of a Lady on Fire is a French film that follows an isolated artist who develops feelings for the subject of a wedding portrait she's been hired to paint.37. 'Call Me By Your Name' (2017)Call Me By Your Name is a sweepingly romantic and also devastatingly film that beautifully captures the yearning, steamy sensuality, and heartache attached to a doomed first love. 18. 'Y Tu Mam Tambin' (2001)Though likely not regarded as queer at the time of its release, Y Tu Mam Tambin is a sensual Mexican film that follows two teenage boys who fall for an older woman while exploring their sexuality together.17. 'Brokeback Mountain' (2005)Brokeback Mountain might've lost the Academy Award for Best Picture in 2006, but this iconic story of two cowboys falling madly for each other in a world that despised them has cemented itself as one of the best love stories of all time. 5. 'Moonlight' (2016)As one of only two LGBTQ+ films on this list that won the Oscar for Best Picture, Moonlight is an aching meditation on the toll of masculinity and repression in a hostile world, while still searching for softness and love.

Don Bachardy, a living legend of the art world and a queer icon, at age 91, is finally getting his long-deserved, first museum show: Don Bachardy: A Life in Portraits. Running until August 4, this extraordinary retrospective at The Huntington in San Marino, California, showcases over 100 of his instantly recognizable portraits from a prolific seven-decade career in which he gave life to luminaries of the artistic world as well as friends, lovers, and himself in brutally honest self-portraits.I feel lucky to have once sat for Bachardy in his Santa Monica home, a time capsule overflowing with paintings and mementos from his exceptional yet tumultuous 33-year relationship with Christopher Isherwood, author of landmark books such as Goodbye to Berlin (which inspired the play and film Cabaret) and A Single Man. Don Bachardy, Self-portrait, acrylic on paper, 29 23 in. Don Bachardy Papers. The Huntington. Don Bachardy, 2018.Courtesy The HuntingtonBachardy was 18 when he crystallized his relationship with the 48-year-old Isherwood on Valentines Day, 1953. Their lives and careers, captured in the deeply moving documentary Chris and Don: A Love Story, were intertwined from that day until Isherwood died in 1986.Bachardys masterworks remained critically under-recognized for much of his career in the towering shadow of Isherwood, whose 1976 memoir Christopher and His Kind cemented his status as a key figure in the gay liberation movement. Bachardy, however, doesnt seem to mind. At the Huntingtons opening, he hadnt lost a scintilla of his unique voice or the sparkle in his eyes. When I mentioned how great he looked, Bachardy responded with a mischievous smile that hes not bad for 86, shaving five years from his age. He also gushed about his upcoming documentary, Face to Face: Don Bachardy.Don with Marilyn Monroe. Taken by Ted Bachardy, 1952, 3 3 in. Don Bachardy Papers. The Huntington. Courtesy The Huntington The exhibition makes clear how Bachardys career was hugely influenced by Hollywood. Ingrained as his first film memory was seeing Bette Daviss Jezebel when he was 4 years old. Bachardy and his brother Ted Bachardy spent their teenage years sneaking into premieres in the hope of meeting movie stars. A 1951 snapshot shows Don Bachardy, at 16, glowing beside Marilyn Monroe.Bachardy began drawing idealized portraits of celebrities from movie magazines. That all changed when Isherwood offered to be his first live sitter. The resulting portrait was far from flattering, but it was truthful, wrinkles and all, capturing Isherwoods aura. Bachardy was hooked. From that moment on, he would only do live portraits. Don Bachardy, Letter to Christopher Isherwood, 9 5 15/16 in. The Huntington. Don Bachardy, 1964.Courtesy The HuntingtonIts estimated that Bachardy has created over 17,000 portraits to date. Each subject, from Bette Davis to Angelina Jolie, sat for hours for Bachardys laser-focused eyes. The unparalleled ocean views, paired with the sitters vulnerability and exhaustion, evoke an almost spiritual experience that reveals their likeness and their soul. Bachardy often asks the sitter to cosign the portrait as his collaborator.Hundreds of these portraits are Bachardys unflinching depictions of Isherwood as he was deteriorating from cancer. It began to seem that dying was something which we were doing together, Bachardy wrote in his diary.Ahead, Bachardy reflects on his life and career as part of this authors project on queer art history, which can be found on Instagram @breakingthegaycodeinart. Don Bachardy and Christopher Isherwood, 1968, 3 5 in. Christopher Isherwood Papers. The Huntington. Photo credit: David Hockney. David Hockney.Courtesy The HuntingtonI have goose bumps sitting in the same chairs where you and Isherwood posed for David Hockneys exceptionally rare portrait of an openly gay couple in 1968. How did this seminal painting come about? When Hockney first arrived to Los Angeles, Chris was the first person he called. Hockney was fascinated by my relationship with Chris, and he suggested doing a double portrait. He came to the house, did some drawings, and started painting in his studio nearby. Chriss figure in the painting is very fresh; you can see it was done in one go. Mine, however, is much thicker because by the time he got to it, I was in London, and I couldnt pose for him. I dont think he was ever satisfied with my portrait. Bette Davis, graphite and ink on paper, 291/8 23 1/8in. Don Bachardy Papers. The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens. Don Bachardy, 1973.Courtesy The HuntingtonHow important is your queerness in your work?Being gay is the basic condition of my being an artist. Its through my queerness that everything I regard beneficial in my life has come to me, including Chris Isherwood.How did you feel about Isherwood when you first met him?Its a mystery to me how, when I met him at 18, I had the sense to realize that he was like nobody else Id met and that everything he was telling me was true and important to my growth into adulthood. I tormented him with questions, but he was endlessly patient until I got it in my head. Chris was the best father figure, guide, and role model I could possibly have had. Christopher Isherwood, acrylic on paper, 26 20 in. Don Bachardy Papers. The Huntington. Don Bachardy, 1979.Courtesy The HuntingtonHow much did Christopher influence you as an artist?When I told him I wanted to be a movie star, he didnt mock me, but he constantly prodded me to be an artist, encouraging me to go to art school. Our intimacy was the best lesson. He was completely truthful in his writing, and he taught me to be the same in my art. He introduced me to stars like Montgomery Clift, Marlene Dietrich, and Natalie Wood, who would later pose for me. I was awestruck! It was he who made it possible for me to be an artist. Crystal Martin, acrylic on paper, 26 20 in. Howarth & Smith Collection. The Huntington. Don Bachardy, 2003.Courtesy The HuntingtonWho was your biggest influence as an artist?Francis Bacon. His portraits were so wild and expressionistic, like nobody elses. I was so worried about capturing the truth in my work that I didnt add any expressionistic touches until I felt comfortable as an artist. Bacons face was one of the greatest Ive ever looked into. The portrait I did of him in 1961 is among my best.You had an interesting relationship with photographer George Platt Lynes.I met George when Chris and I flew to New York on my Christmas vacation from UCLA. My first time on a plane! George asked Chris if he could photograph me. I was so excited. George was still so attractive, with silver hair, suave and sophisticated. He asked me to wear white sailor pants. I remember him pinning them at the shoot because he felt they werent tight enough. James Baldwin, pencil and ink, 29 23 in. Don Bachardy Papers. The Huntington. Don Bachardy, 1964.Courtesy The HuntingtonChris owned some of Georges gorgeous male nude photographs. I had sworn to Chris that I would never pose nude for George, but the minute George suggested I take the sailor pants off, they fell to the floor without a moments hesitation. [Laughs] I was already a little bit in love with George. He flattered me up to the skies and, at 19, that was irresistible.Youve painted hundreds of male nudes, many of them in odalisque poses; however, I wouldnt necessarily describe them as homoerotic would you agree?Im both pleased and mystified that you dont find them homoerotic because Im certainly wildly turned on by many of the young and old nude men I painted. Drawing from life implies depicting my model as truthfully as possible. I dont give into my homoeroticism, but I certainly use it when I render my favorite parts: penises and faces. However, I need to be objective; its all important to me. Warhol did a great drawing of Chriss beautiful feet. I regret not having done one myself.Ignacio Darnaude, an art scholar and lecturer, is currently developing the docuseries Hiding in Plain Sight: Breaking the Queer Code in Art. View his Instagram, lectures, and articles on queer art history at linktr.ee/breakingthegaycodeinart.This interview was conducted prior to the exhibition. Learn more at huntington.org. Tim Hilton, acrylic on paper, 29 23 in. Don Bachardy Papers. The Huntington. Don Bachardy, 2017.Courtesy The HuntingtonThis article is part of Out's July/Aug 2025 issue, which hits newsstands July 1. Support queer media and subscribe or download the issue now through Apple News, Zinio, Nook, or PressReader.

By Brandon Nicholas For a sunny* second year in a row, I was in Miami Beach for the American Black Film Festival. Last year, I wrote about my experience at the ABFF as a GLAAD Ambassador, and in the article, I said that I look forward to attending ABFF in the future as a presenter. [...]The post OP-ED: Reel Radiant Queerness at ABFF first appeared on GLAAD.

Tommy Dorfman is making her directorial debut, and Out has the exclusive first trailer!I Wish You All the Best, written and directed by Dorfman, is based on the best-selling book by Mason Deaver. It stars Corey Fogelmanis as Ben, a high school junior who comes out as nonbinary and is thrown out of their family's home."With nowhere else to turn, Ben moves in with their estranged older sister (Alexandra Daddario) and her husband (Cole Sprouse). After enrolling in a new school, Ben finds support from an eccentric art teacher (Lena Dunham) and forms an unexpected bond with a kindhearted student (Miles Gutierrez-Riley)," the synopsis reads. "With the help of their new relationships, Ben navigates the awkward hurdles of young adulthood in this sweetly funny journey of self-discovery that celebrates the power of being true to yourself."Dorfman, known for her performance in Netflix's 13 Reasons Why, recently made her Broadway debut in Romeo + Juliet, alongside Kit Conner and Rachel Zegler. Romeo + Juliet is Dorfman's first acting role since publicly coming out as transgender.I Wish You All the Best is set to release in theaters on November 7, 2025.Check out the exclusive trailer for I Wish You All the Best below. Your browser does not support the video tag. roar-assets-auto.rbl.ms

As voters in New Jersey prepare to elect their next governor on November 4, 2025, the two major party candidates, Democrat Mikie Sherrill and Republican Jack Ciattarelli, will face off for the open seat. About 343,000 LGBTQ people live in New Jersey, which is the first state in the nation to require LGBTQ-inclusive teachings in [...]The post Election 2025: NJ Gubernatorial Candidates on the Record on LGBTQ Issues first appeared on GLAAD.

Plastique Tiara has now become the most-followed queen on Instagram within the entire RuPaul's Drag Race franchise surpassing All Stars 3 winner Trixie Mattel, who spent several years at the top of the ranking.Sign up for the Out Newsletter to keep up with what's new in LGBTQ+ culture and entertainment delivered three times a week straight (well) to your inbox!As of Monday, June 30, Plastique has officially become the most-followed Drag Race queen on Instagram with an audience of 4.32 million followers.Even though Trixie is on the cusp of crossing 4.3 million followers, Plastique's huge social media momentum is already placing the Vietnamese queen and All Stars 9 competitor in the No. 1 spot with a comfortable lead.In July 2024, Plastique became the second most-followed RuGirl on Instagram briefly tying with Katya as they both reached 2.7 million IG followers. While Trixie was still taking her notorious break for a few months in 2024, the All Stars 3 winner made herstory by crossing the 4-million mark of Instagram followers, becoming the first-ever Drag Race alum to do so.It certainly felt inconceivable that any other queen Plastique, Katya, or whoever else! would catch up to Trixie in the near future, that notion was quickly challenged when Plastique increased her Instagram audience to 3 million fans in February 2025. Up until then, Trixie was the only RuGirl to cross the 3-million mark (and subsequent 4-million mark) of Instagram followers But she wasn't sitting alone in that VIP any longer.And just like that, it happened! In April 2025, Plastique crossed 4 million Instagram followers and got very close to surpassing Trixie. Two months later and during last few days of Pride Month Plastique is officially at the very top of this ranking.RuPaul's Drag Race is available for streaming on Paramount+.

Hello, Out readers. Can you believe Pride Month is coming to an end? But that doesn't mean we have to stop celebrating our queerness and the LGBTQ+ community!One way we love to celebrate Pride is by watching our favorite queer movies. The New York Times has just released its list of the 100 Best Movies of the 21st Century, which includes several queer films we love to watch.We made our list of the best queer films of the 21st Century, and our entire top five is in the NYT list!Queer movies on the list include Black Swan, Everything Everywhere All At Once, Carol, The Favourite, Call Me By Your Name, Y Tu Mam Tambin, Brokeback Mountain, and Moonlight. The highest-ranked queer film on the list is David Lynch's Mulholland Drive, which came in at number two. Do you think it earned its spot?Are there any films you would add? Any that you think shouldn't be on the list?Keep reading to find out our Man Crush Monday and all the best pop culture news!- Mey RudeSubscribe to Out / The Advocate!You can get every print issue of Out Magazine / The Advocate delivered to your house for just $9.95 a year!Plastique Tiara surpasses Trixie Mattel, becomes most-followed 'Drag Race' star'I Wish You All the Best': Watch the trailer of Tommy Dorfman's directorial debutDon Bachardy reflects on his artfully queer lifeNYT ranked the century's 100 best filmsthese 13 LGBTQ+ pics made the cutNew Music Friday: Listen to Lorde, Kehlani, KATSEYE & Frankie Grande'M3GAN 2.0' review: More camp, more kills, less chillsElectric Forest is a once-in-a-lifetime experience for everyone in the LGBTQ+ communityMan Crush MondayJeremy Pope and all the other Most Eligible Bachelors of 2025 are our Man Crush Mondays!

Playwright and Advocate Donja R. Love Expands Vision of Healing, Community, and Artistic Liberation for the Poz Community At a time when federally funded HIV/AIDS programs are under attack and the rights of people living with HIV are increasingly threatened, one powerful writing initiative is offering a space of resistance, healing, and imagination. Write It [...]The post Write It Out! Opens Applications for Groundbreaking $10,000 Prize and Program for Playwrights Living with HIV first appeared on GLAAD.

The U.S. Supreme Court released a widely expected, but devastating ruling, Friday, in Mahmoud v. Taylor. In a move that equates to soft censorship, paves the way for expanded and more restrictive book bans, and stigmatizes LGBTQ people, justices voted 6-3 in favor of a preliminary injunction for a small group of parents in Montgomery [...]The post SCOTUS Ruling Condoning Book Censorship Is a Grave Misjudgment. first appeared on GLAAD.

Elliot Page closed out Pride weekend with an Instagram post that needed only two emojis to make his point. In the photo, Page and Overcompensating actress and comic Julia Shiplett leaning into each other in matching dark jackets and sunglasses, the pavement beneath them painted in vivid rainbow stripes, was captioned simply with a rainbow and a double heart emoji. Within minutes, everyone had the same takeaway: the Umbrella Academy star just hard-launched his first public relationship since transitioning in 2020.For Page, 38, the reveal marks a new public chapter after several very private ones. He came out as transgender in December 2020, divorced dancer Emma Portner five months later, and wrote candidly in his 2023 memoir Pageboy about past relationships with Kate Mara, Olivia Thirlby, and an unnamed closeted actress. Last summer, he told the Los Angeles Times that post-transition dating felt the most fun Ive ever had, crediting a newfound ease in his body for deeper connections. Saturdays grin seems to prove it.See on InstagramShiplett, best known for her dry-as-dust turns in Prime Videos queer rom-com Overcompensating and cult favorites High Maintenance and Love Life, seemingly confirmed the news in equally word-sparse fashion. Her Instagram Story showed Page standing shirtless in a steaming hot spring, the caption reading, Happy prideee . (@) Shiplett, 38, has also built a stand-up following by skewering bisexual panic, awkward hookups, and millennial ennuimaterial that dovetails neatly with Pages dry humor. The pair has so far kept specifics offline, and representatives for both declined to comment. Still, the timing of the post on Prides final weekend reads like a deliberate love letter to the community that has championed Pages journey from Juno breakout to trans icon.Until we see them on a red carpet or trading giggles in someone elses selfie, that single rainbow road will have to suffice. But for now, Pride 2025 ends with a reminder that queer joy and a well-placed emoji can light up an entire feed.

Dozens of writers have been arrested in China this year for publishing gay erotica online as law enforcement's crackdown on pornography increasingly targets LGBTQ+ stories. Police have arrested as many as 50 writers in Gansu in the past several weeks, according to The New York Times, which spoke with two lawyers representing detained authors who said they knew of at least six other cases. Other attorneys told the BBC that at least 30 writers, nearly all of them women in their 20s, have been arrested across the country since February.Many of the writers were arrested after publishing on the Taiwan-based adult fiction website Haitang Literature, which allows authors to earn money through tips and subscriptions. One of the most popular genres on the website is "danmei" romantic and sexual relationships between men.Some of the writers have come forward about their arrests on the social media platform Weibo only to be censored or taken down. One woman wrote, as first reported by the BBC, "I'll never forget it being escorted to the car in full view, enduring the humiliation of stripping naked for examination in front of strangers, putting on a vest for photos, sitting in the chair, shaking with fear, my heart pounding."The production and distribution of pornographic materials is illegal in China based on a 1997 law that defines obscene material as publications, films, video and audio recordings, and images containing depictions of sexual acts." Writers who make more than 250,000 yuan ($34,500) from selling erotic materials face a maximum sentence of life in prison.The law, which applies even to writers making little or no money off their work, has not been consistently enforced. It has been used to shut down not just other fanfiction and erotica websites with those running the platforms receiving sentences of up to 12 years in prison but also to prosecute individuals consuming pornography in the privacy of their homes.More than 50 writers were detained in the province of Anhui from June to January by a special task force assigned with targeting online distributors of erotic fiction. Some of the top authors on Haitang Literature received varying sentences of one to five years in prison, differences being based on whether or not the writers were able to pay back the money they earned."If I could go back, I'd still choose to write. And I will keep writing," another writer said on Weibo. "Right now, I can only hope the law will see beyond the words on the page - and see the girl who skipped meals to save money, the girl who sold her hair to buy a pen, the girl who believed her mind could carve a way through fate. I hope it gives all of us a fair chance."

FX's The Bear released its third season last week, and as any fan of the show can attest, it stirs up a range of emotions frustration, stress, anxiety (and hunger!). However, for me, one emotion is pride. Over the last three seasons, I felt myself getting choked up watching the show. The lump in my throat didn't start forming at the parts you would think like Natalie (Abby Elliot) giving birth and having a heartwarming moment with her mom, Donna (Jamie Lee Curtis), or the moment Donna decides not to attend the restaurant's opening night. It was the pride of having been a hospitality worker and watching Richie (Ebon Moss-Bachrach) go through a similar journey of self-discovery as he fell in love with working in the restaurant industry, just as I did, and the innately queer idea of finding a chosen family.As a character, Richie has been the misunderstood outsider. And while he is not queer (none of the characters in The Bear are as of yet), the idea of chosen family is. After immerses himself in the art of fine dining and gets taken under the wing of the employees at the restaurant he trained at, he discovers confidence, a purpose, and even safety. He finally felt understood after his formal training, when he learned what the foundations of hospitality are and why restaurants go to great lengths to make sure guests have the best experience possible.This point of found family is underscored in episode 3 when Carmy (Jeremy Allen White) is talking to Marcus (Lionel Boyce) and says, "Theres probably one really true thing about restaurants: Youre never alone." This familial aspect of working in a restaurant becomes evident through this most recent season, an aspect that doesn't really get considered when it comes to mainstream coverage of this show. For those who've worked in a restaurant, you know that when you're immersed in a high-pressure environment like this, especially in fine dining, the bond is as quick as it is strong. I worked as a host/matre d' in the restaurant world for five years at nine different restaurants across New York City, and the stories I have are enough to fill a book. The work was hard, the hours were grueling, I stood on my feet (in dress shoes) for 10-plus hours a day, and there was rarely a night where an angry guest wouldn't take their frustrations out on me. But more often than not, it was rewarding to give someone the best experience with just a few simple actions.I was also lucky that I had a manager who fiercely protected her employees and treated us like her kids sometimes, so we'd call her our restaurant mom. She would tell us when she was disappointed not to scold but to help us learn to not make the same mistake again. She advocated for her employees to upper management. And when she left, she still looked out for us and got us jobs at her new restaurant. In some ways, Jess (Sarah Ramos) the stern, yet good-natured fine dining employee Richie poaches to join the Bear and is helping to get the team in shape reminds me of my restaurant mom.From her, we learned hand gestures, terminology, how to take care of regulars, how to write down notes about what the guests like (such as having sparkling water ready on the table upon arrival), and how to handle high-pressure situations (though, I admittedly wasnt always the best with that). On top of that, she made us feel safe, because she believed in her employees and advocated for us, gave us opportunities to prove ourselves, and helped us work towards our goals.I've met some of my best friends while working in a restaurant, some of whom I've known for almost 10 years. At the last job I held before leaving the restaurant industry for good, I worked at a Vietnamese shop called Madame Vo. The owners are a husband and wife duo whom I love dearly, and we still message each other to celebrate each others wins. This environment made it so much harder to leave the industry, because they fostered such a familial vibe, which really helped the employees get along better, therefore making the flow of the restaurant (most of the time) seamless.Corporate America can be cold, distant, and many of the owners of these major businesses are not people who form personal relationships with their thousands of employees. There, its definitely not advisable to see the teams you work with as your family because of the volatility of the job market and decisions will be made with the bottom line in mind. But in a restaurant, thats very much not the case (unless you work at a chain restaurant). The owners and managers (good ones at least) are positive forces of change in their employees lives. The more a business feels safe and familiar, the better chance it has at success.Which is what we see in this most recent season of The Bear a chosen family working together to form a well-oiled machine. If one part malfunctions, the whole thing comes crashing down, which is why we see Richie and the group help each other with personal issues and lean on each other for support throughout the series. This found family is what helps them succeed in life and it's a recipe for success in business as well.Moises Mendez II is a writer with Out magazine. Follow him on Instagram @moisesfenty. Stream season 4 of The Bear now on Hulu.

The queer community loves to adopt an icon. They don't need to be overtly queer; these figures just need to have the essence of queerness. Over the years, we've taken in the Babadook, the killer AI doll M3GAN, and the green M&M, among other notable characters. As a member of queer media, I propose that we embrace a new queer icon a small, felt stop-motion character with a rainbow apron, currently capturing the hearts of millions Tiny Chef.Last Tuesday, the Tiny Chef TikTok account (where he originally gained a following before being picked up by Nickelodeon) uploaded a video of the title character answering a call from Nickelodeon. He excitedly tells the network that he has so many ideas he wants to execute before he's cut off, only to be told that The Tiny Chef Show has been cancelled after three seasons. Even through his garbled English, you can feel all of the big emotions in his tiny little body. "But we won an Emmy," he says, looking defeated as he wipes away his tears. Tiny Chef goes on to ask what will happen to his teammates and friends before accepting his fate and hanging up the phone. He puts his face in his hands and cries as he sits on his bed. @thetinychefshow SOS Cheffers, please go to the link our bio to learn how you can help us keep Chef on social media. Tiny chefs cooking show has officially been cancelled (very unexpected) and without the support of a major network we need crowd funding to keep cookin over here. Yesh this es weal! We want to thank @nickelodeon for giving Chef two blamazing seasons and all the besties he made there. Chef wouldnt want anyone to blame his friends over there, hes just deeply sad he doesnt get to continue hosting a show he adores. Please let cheffy know how much he means to you in the comments hes really feelin this one. While I don't think Tiny Chef is inherently queer, something about his character screams gay. Maybe it's his mannerisms, the sass with which he delivers his semi-understandable garbling, or the over-the-top feelings he puts on display. He is the strongest contender for the next queer icon and he needs our help.In less than a week, the aforementioned video garnered over nine million views and over 1.6 million likes on TikTok alone. The video circulated on social media platforms, including X and Instagram. He was met with an onslaught of support from commenters who were mad at Nickelodeon for making this adorable little creature cry. "I dont know him, but you did not just make him cry like that; you should apologize to him," one person wrote in the comments. "We ride at dawn! NOBODY makes tiny chef cry!!" another person commented.On Thursday, the account shared an update video of how Tiny Chef was doing after the devastating news. The video featured a shattered Tiny Chef in his rainbow apron playing "Paint It, Black" by the Rolling Stones on a banjo with his back turned to the camera. As the account continued to post videos about the animated character reeling from the loss of his dream job, the internet quickly claimed him as one of its own, and commenters called for the show to be picked up by a different network or streaming service. "Petition for adult swim to take Tiny Chef and let him say naughty words," one user said in the comments section. "THEY GOT HIM SINGING PAINT IT BLACK NICKELODEON WHAT DID YOU DO TO THIS MAN???" someone else said. @thetinychefshow Cheffys ok just feeling his feels through music.if you want to help keep Cheffy in socials please click link in our bio. Tiny Chef seemed to take some time off and finally got back in the kitchen to boost his mission to save the show. He is currently crowdfunding and asking his legion of fans known as Cheffers to engage with his content. @thetinychefshow Please let cheffy know your favorite dish in the comments so this video gets a little more reach! Thank you for all the love. The LGBTQ+ community needs to rally around our furry little friend to save his show from permanently being off the air. We must ensure that we're making space for queer media, even if it's not overtly queer.Moises Mendez II is a writer with Out magazine. Follow him on Instagram @moisesfenty.

It's time for romance.There's no overstating the power of storytelling, and during times like these, many people turn to their favorite films to escape from the stress of the real world.In mainstream media, queer stories are often watered down, desexualized, and kept on the margins. But sometimes people want their gay movies to be sexy. Most gay people are sexual beings, and they deserve to have their sexuality explored in art.These ten films deliver on the steaminess while still maintaining the balance of being great stories that portray the gay experience accurately and with care.'Brokeback Mountain'Yes, this Oscar-winner is devastatingly tragic, but it's also one of the most romantic and sensual films ever made. Heath Ledger and Jake Gyllenhaal star as two cowboys who meet while herding sheep through a mountain pass in 1963 and immediately form an unbreakable bond. Over the next phase of their lives, Ennis (Ledger) and Jack (Gyllenhaal) continue to meet up to recapture the love and passion they shared on Brokeback Mountain.Streaming on Prime Video'The Skinny'Patrik-Ian Polk, the creator of Noah's Arc, wrote and directed this sexy film about a group of Brown University classmates (four gay men and one lesbian) who reunite for Gay Pride in New York City. There, the hunky actors get in a series of close encounters with each other and get to live their gay dreams.Streaming on Tubi'Weekend'Andrew Haigh's classic British romantic drama stars Tom Cullen and Chris New as two gay men who meet at a club one night, hook up, and proceed to spend an unforgettable weekend together. The movie takes a serious look at gay love, coming out, and family, but also isn't afraid to lean into the fiery chemistry between its two leads.Streaming on Prime Video'Call Me By Your Name'Luca Guadagnino's classic film tells the story of summer love between 17-year-old Elio (Timothe Chalamet) and Oliver (Armie Hammer), a 24-year-old graduate student working with Elio's father. Their age gap may be controversial, but there's no denying the chemistry between the two in this tender romance.Streaming on Paramount+'God's Own Country' (2017)Synopsis via IMDb:"Spring. Yorkshire. Young farmer Johnny Saxby numbs his daily frustrations with binge drinking and casual sex, until the arrival of a Romanian migrant worker for lambing season ignites an intense relationship that sets Johnny on a new path."Streaming on Tubi'Maurice'Based on the 1971 novel by E.M. Forster, Maurice stars James Wilby, Hugh Grant, and Rupert Graves as three young gay men in 1910s England. Maurice (Wilby) meets Clive (Grant), and the two begin a relationship, but never have sex. Years later, Maurice meets Scudder (Graves), and after years of yearning, finally has his sexual awakening.Streaming on Tubi'Boy Culture'Based on the novel of the same name, Boy Culture follows a successful escort who goes by the name "X" as he describes his various romantic and sexual relationships, including with his roommates and an older client.Streaming on Prime Video'Passages'Ira Sachs' 2023 romantic drama is so explicit that it received an NC-17 rating in the U.S. The film is about a married gay couple, Tomas (Franz Rogowski) and Martin (Ben Whishaw), dealing with the fact that one of them cheated. The relationship in the film may be toxic, but it's also so seductive.Streaming on Prime Video'All of Us Strangers'Leads Andrew Scott and Paul Mescal have explosive chemistry in this supernatural drama from Andrew Haigh. The two actors are some of the hottest in Hollywood, and in this movie, they're even hotter together. The film follows Adam (Scott), a lonely screenwriter who starts up a relationship with his neighbor at the same time he starts to see his parents, who died in a car accident decades earlier.Streaming on YouTube'Law of Desire'Auteur Pedro Almodvar's 1987 comedy thriller The Law of Desire centers around a complex love triangle between three men: gay filmmaker Pablo (Eusebio Poncela), his lover Juan (Miguel Molina), and Antonio (Antonio Banderas), a young man who becomes obsessed with Pablo after seeing one of his films. This is one of Almodvar's sexiest, with its unflinching depictions of gay sex and eroticism.Streaming on Paramount+

RuPaul's Drag Race superstars Violet Chachki and Gottmik released a spicy new episode of No Gorge, their joint podcast, on Thursday, June 26. While the two drag artists explore various topics on this new episode, certain negative remarks from the episode are making the rounds within the Drag Race fandom and queendom.For instance, this new No Gorge episode features Violet bringing up different tangents related to her season 7 costars like Trixie Mattel, Katya, and Ginger Minj. Meanwhile, Gottmik gets candid about her Snatch Game-winning impersonation of Paris Hilton. There's also a surprising (and random) mention of Roscoe's Tavern a prominent queer venue in Chicago that's been a staple of the LGBTQ+ community since 1987 that comes up in the No Gorge episode.After catching wind of the comments made by Violet and Gottmik about Roscoe's, Naysha Lopez made space in the All Stars 10 episode 9 viewing party live-stream to defend the venue and clap back at the comments made on No Gorge.Here's our full breakdown and timeline explaining this new RuPaul's Drag Race drama. New episodes of RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars 10 are released every Friday on Paramount+.Gottmik warns fans that the Paris Hilton impersonation is going away.See on InstagramQuotes always make more sense when they're presented with some context, so let's unpack the polarizing quotes from Violet and Gottmik in their latest episode of No Gorge which was titled "We Have an Announcement and Were Losing Our Minds."It all starts with Gottmik warning fans that the Snatch Game-winning impersonation of Paris Hilton will be sunsetting in the near future. "We're filming this pod and then I'm going to the airport. I'm going to be Paris Hilton for a month," Gottmik says on No Gorge. "You guys, this is the last time. I cannot do this anymore. That was years ago."For context, Gottmik is referencing the Snatch Game Live on Tour by ITD Events, which starts this Wednesday, July 2 at the Llewellyn Hall in Australia. The tour will also feature Drag Race stars like Hannah Conda (as Liza Minnelli), Jimbo (as Shirley Temple), Jujubee (as Eartha Kitt), Pythia (as Zeus), Tia Kofi (as Anne Boleyn), and Trinity The Tuck (as Caitlyn Jenner). Drag Race Down Under judge Rhys Nicholson will be hosting the event."I literally texted our manager today and I was like, 'What the fuck Rick and Morty-ass timeline happened that I'm a professional Paris Hilton impersonator?'" Gottmik notes, jokingly. "That is so embarrassing."Violet replies, "The Drag Race thing, I fear, is going to haunt us for the rest of our lives."Violet Chachki jokingly complains that even her barber wants to talk about 'All Stars 10' and Ginger Minj.Violet explains, "I got my haircut todayThat's like my one little self-care thing. [But] it's June. I'm ran through. It's Pride Month, so I got to do my self-care momentMy barber's like, 'So have you been watching the latest season?' And I'm like [Violet makes a face]."The Drag Race season 7 winner clarifies, "I love my barber. He's a gay bear. Butit's been 11 fucking years [since season 7], and because there's drama going on now on the show""What is the drama?" Gottmik asks.Violet says, "The drama is about Ginger [Minj]. I can't even I'm so annoyed.""I saw," Gottmik replies. "Vanjie actually sent me a clip of it the other day, and I was so scared because I was like, 'Why did she send that to me?' Because she never sends me Drag Race stuff. I was like, 'Oh my god, am I like mentioned? Was Denali going off on Roscoe's or something?'"Violet Chachki and Gottmik discuss Roscoe's viewing parties and the queens who attend them.After realizing that the clip from Roscoe's Tavern has nothing to do with either of the No Gorge cohosts, Violet starts discussing Roscoe's itself. "Girl, Roscoe's is like" Violet starts, laughing. "I can't, I can't, I can't," she adds.While Gottmik appears to be avoiding that conversation, the season 13 finalist and All Stars 9 contestant circles back to that discourse right away. "I mean, that actually needs to be studied," Mik observes. "Some of these girls are ready to risk it all""Risk it all to sit on a fucking patio chair at some fucking bar," Violet argues.The No Gorge cohosts speak over each other during the next few seconds, but Violet alleges that queens accept these invitations even though "the bar is monetizing boots" on the tea they're spilling through the Roscoe's viewing parties live-streams. Gottmik adds, "And doesn't pay them to monetizeIt's wild."Violet repeats, "The bar is monetizing boots on y'all basically spilling the tea. Get a podcast, girl. Why are you letting them monetize all the tea?""No, it's so crazy to me," Gottmik comments. "Stop doing that," Violet adds.Gottmik explains why queens supposedly 'risk it all' by attending viewing parties at Roscoe's.See on InstagramGottmik circles back to the argument that queens "are ready to risk it all" by taking these viewing party gigs at Roscoe's. "Literally stop risking your careers for Roscoe's," the season 13 star declares before bursting out laughing."Stop risking your careers for Roscoe's," Violet agrees. "We should make t-shirts."They both laugh again.Violet Chachki reveals that she's 'catching strays' on social media because Ginger Minj is competing on 'All Stars 10.'Violet rationalizes that she's "catching strays" from All Stars 10 because her social media algorithm is showing her "Drag Race stuff about Ginger."Violet continues, "And people are basically tagging me or I'm seeing stuff saying that I shouldn't have won [season 7] 10 or 11 years ago, and that she [Ginger] should've won."Even though Violet seems annoyed by the algorithm showing her more "Drag Race stuff," Gottmik hilariously interrupts Violet to ask if Ginger was on her original season. (And yes, she was. That season's top 3 finale was between Ginger Minj, Pearl, and Violet Chachki. In the end, Violet was crowned America's Next Drag Superstar.)"And now people think Ginger should've have won your season?" Gottmik asks.Violet replies," Yes, instead of being on Drag Race 17 times."Gottmik asks "who else" was in the top 3 of season 7. Violet reminds Gottmik that it was Pearl, and they briefly reference the "Is there something on my face?" moment between Pearl and RuPaul in the Werk Room.Violet Chachki comments on Trixie Mattel and Katya hosting an upcoming recap of season 7.See on Instagram"Also, Trixie and Katya are doing a Ru-watch of season 7," Violet brings up. "They wanted me to [be a part of it]." However, the crowned queen of season 7 explains why she feels that the invitation from Trixie and Katya was "so weird.""They had their assistant send me a DM asking me if I would send them a voice [recording]," Violet says. "It was like, 'What the fuck?' You guys, call me. You have my fucking phone."Violet adds, "Having your assistant reach out when you're friends with somebody is so like 'Who do you think you are, girl?' Text me!""No, they do it all the time," Gottmik responds. "I think they're probably forced, against their will."Violet says, "It's so weird. I would never have my assistant or producer reach out to someone I consider a friend. It's so weird. Anyways"This portion of the No Gorge episode ends with Violet complaining that she "cannot escape" the ongoing Drag Race discourse. She muses, "Am I going to be like 50 fucking years old, and will I have to get plastic surgery to change how I look, [because] I just want to get my haircut?"Naysha Lopez claps back at Violet Chachki and Gottmik's remarks about Roscoe's.See on InstagramToward the end of this Roscoe's Tavern viewing party covering All Stars 10 episode 9 which featured Alyssa Hunter and Kween Kong as special guests and took place just one day after this latest episode of No Gorge was released on YouTube Naysha Lopez declares that she's been given "the green light to express my mind.""All jokes aside, I've been calling them Tweedledee and Tweedledum, and I can really go in[But] I won't do that. I'm talking about Violet and Gottmik, two of the nicest queens from RuPaul's Drag Race," Naysha starts. "They have a podcast. They do a thing. Blah blah blah, whatever. And they were saying that they don't understand why queens risk their entire careers and come on Roscoe's and, you know, give the tea, and this and that, and blah blah blah."The former Miss Continental winner and All Stars 8 star continues, "Two things: When they come here First off, this is one of the best places you could ever work. Ever. Every single queen that works here is treated like the queen that they are. The implication that they're coming here and we're just making money off them Baby, every single one of these people up here is getting a check. Every single person is getting paid.""For someone to say, 'Why would you risk your career giving the tea?'" Naysha adds. "Correct me if I'm wrong on the numbers, but I'm gonna say about 90, 95 percent of the girls that have ever been on Drag Race come through this stage, and not one career has been ruined. Not one. And this goes for every single person that says I talk too much Because yes, I do."Naysha goes on, "But if you notice, whenever I interject or start talking about something, it's because they [Naysha points to Alyssa and Kween to illustrate the point that queens starring in ongoing seasons are likely limited within the scope of what they can and cannot say.] When we have girls up there, I tell them what they can't say, and how they should word it: Their opinions, their feelings.""I've been on the show. I've read the contract. I know what you can and cannot do," she argues. "We're aware of it. You are not at risk for losing your career. On the contrary, we're giving you a platform to be yourself, to tell your side. And if the show did not highlight who you are as a person, I'm glad that for 2 hours and 30 minutes, you can do it right here."As the audience claps, cohost Batty Davis says that many queens have gotten redemption from the fandom by appearing on Roscoe's. "No one is here because they're forced to," Naysha points out. "Every single girl from that last season, it has now become, 'I got on Drag Race. When do I go to Roscoe's?' It's a thing.""No disrespect to Violet and her little minion At all," Naysha concludes. "But when you're gonna say little things like this: Mean what you say, and say what you mean. Don't imply, because that's just lying.""And not to mention Have we had them on this stage?" Naysha asks. Batty responds that yes, they have. Naysha adds, "Yes, we have. They've been through Roscoe's. They know what's up."Did Violet Chachki and Gottmik ever do a Roscoe's viewing party live-stream?Violet and Gottmik were featured in a Roscoe's Tavern viewing party live-stream from May 28, 2022. That evening, cohosts Naysha and Batty, along with special guests Violet and Gottmik, watched episode 3 of All Stars 7, a.k.a. the all-winners season.Within the first 15 minutes of the live-stream, Naysha pointedly asked Violet and Gottmik about the response they had been receiving from fans as the two special cohosts of Fashion Photo RuView for the all-winners season of Drag Race.In case you don't remember: From the very first episode of that Fashion Photo RuView season, Violet and Gottmik received tons of scrutiny for negatively critiquing certain outfits worn by fan-favorite contestants. The fan response was particularly intense when Violet shared negative opinions about a look from Raja.On that particular Roscoe's viewing party live-stream, Violet and Gottmik got to speak their minds and share their side of the story even though they had already launched their joint No Gorge podcast at the time. Nonetheless, their statements at Roscoe's made the rounds on social media and helped diffuse the incredibly unfair but very intense wave of negativity they had been receiving for just expressing their opinions on runway looks.Editor's note: As of this writing, none of the queens mentioned in this story have shared additional comments about this situation.RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars 10 drops new episodes every Friday on Paramount+.

Every June, New York Pride transforms the city into something bigger than a parade. Its part protest, part party, and 100% a reminder that queer joy refuses to be quiet.This year was no different. In the face of all the turmoil happening throughout the country, New Yorkers banded together to be as loud, as proud, and as unflinchingly visible as ever. Front and center was Karine Jean-Pierre, who served as one of this year's grand marshals! Related | There are a lot of flags flying at Pride. Heres what they all mean! Related | How many of these Pride facts did you know? Related | Want to get busy at Pride? Heres how to play safely.Related | Is this your first Pride? Here's 5 essential tips you need to know!Mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani made his allyship clear, marching along with the crowd. Related | Four-legged friends enjoy Pride, too! Check out the pics from NYC Woof Fest.Related | Think you know everything about the Bisexual Pride Flag? 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Related | Pride Month is a time to let your Pride and kink flags fly. Here's how to do it safely.Related | Pride is a blast but it can also be awkward! These moments are sadly, too relatable.Niecy Nash and her wife Jessica Betts wave to the crowd! Related | Think you know everything about the Bisexual Pride Flag? Think again!Related | Don't forget the first Pride was a riot. Know your Stone Wall Uprising history!Related | Pride is for EVERYONE! These vintage photos of Pride prove that it is, was, and will forever be about diversity! Related | Want more Pride pics? WeHo Pride's Dyke March was a blast this year!Nobody celebrates Pride with more glamour than Amanda Lepore.Related | Want to celebrate Pride with the whole family? Heres how!Related | How many of these Pride facts did you know?Queer folks cooled off in the Washington Square Park Fountain.Related | If you want to celebrate Pride Month, but youre not sure where to start, check out our Pride 2025 calendar and our lists of every Black Pride event, Dyke March and Trans Pride celebration in the country.Related | Pride Month is a time to let your Pride and kink flags fly. Here's how to do it safely.Related | Want to get busy at Pride? Heres how to play safely.Related | NYC does Pride in style every year!Related | Check out these pics from Long Beach Pride 2025!Related | Don't forget the first Pride was a riot. Know your Stone Wall Uprising history!Related | Is this your first Pride? Here's 5 essential tips you need to know!Grand marshal Elisa Crespo raises her hand in protest and solidarity.NYC Governor Kathy Hochul came to celebrate with the community!Related | Mamdani stands with trans folks & we love to see it.Related |West Hollywood always has an incredible turn out for Pride!Related | Baltimore celebrated 50 years of Pride in 2025!Related | If you want to celebrate Pride Month, but youre not sure where to start, check out our Pride 2025 calendar and our lists of every Black Pride event, Dyke March and Trans Pride celebration in the country.Related | Pride Month is a time to let your Pride and kink flags fly. Here's how to do it safely.Related | Pride is for EVERYONE! These vintage photos of Pride prove that it is, was, and will forever be about diversity! Related | Looking to find a little love at Pride? 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Heres how!Related | Looking to get kinky at Pride? Heres how to find your kink scene. Related | How many of these Pride facts did you know?Related | Bet you didn't know these facts about the Lesbian Pride Flag!Related | Black Pride is crucial for marginalized communities here's why.Related | Pride is a blast but it can also be awkward! These moments are sadly, too relatable.Related | Provincetown's Pride Rally was a spectacular sight this year!Related | Pride Month is a time to let your Pride and kink flags fly. Here's how to do it safely.Grand marshal DJ Lina lives her best life as an NYC Grand Marshal. Related | Pride isn't just for big cities. Check out East Central Minnesota Pride 2025!Related | Looking to get kinky at Pride? Heres how to find your kink scene. Related | Want to get busy at Pride? Heres how to play safely.Related |The Bronx sure knows how to do Pride!Related | Looking to find a little love at Pride? Heres how to get your flirt on!Related | Pride is for EVERYONE! These vintage photos of Pride prove that it is, was, and will forever be about diversity! Related | Is this your first Pride? Here's 5 essential tips you need to know!Related | Want to celebrate Pride with the whole family? Heres how!Related | Want more Pride pics? WeHo Pride's Dyke March was a blast this year!The famed Empire State Building also got in on the Pride celebration, by being lit up in rainbow colors.

Studying abroad is one of the most exciting parts of being a student. Its a chance to explore new cultures, meet people from around the world, and grow both academically and personally. But for LGBTQIA+ students, choosing a destination isnt only about adventure and education its also about feeling safe, accepted, and respected.Luckily, there are plenty of welcoming places where students can study, travel, and be themselves. From progressive cities to supportive universities, the world offers many great options for LGBTQIA+ students seeking an inclusive study abroad experience.This guide will introduce 12 of the most LGBTQIA+ friendly destinations for students. Its also helpful to remember that preparing to study abroad can get overwhelming, especially with paperwork, applications, and essays to handle. Thats why many students use a research paper writer on EssayPro to ease the workload while focusing on their exciting next steps!Why Study Abroad Choice Matters for LGBTQIA+ StudentsFor LGBTQIA+ students, studying abroad isnt just about academic quality. Its also about personal safety, community support, and legal protections. You want to live in a place where you can be yourself without fear or discrimination.Some of the factors students consider include:Legal rights for LGBTQIA+ individualsSocial attitudes and overall acceptanceUniversity support servicesLGBTQIA+ events, groups, and communitiesSafety when traveling, both in cities and rural areasWhen considering what countries are LGBTQ friendly, these factors help students feel confident in their choice.12 LGBTQIA+ Friendly Study Abroad DestinationsThe following countries are known for their progressive policies, welcoming communities, and vibrant LGBTQIA+ cultures. Whether youre pursuing a semester abroad or a full degree, these destinations are worth exploring.1. CanadaCanada consistently ranks as one of the most inclusive countries in the world. Marriage equality, anti-discrimination laws, and a strong LGBTQIA+ community make cities like Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal great choices.2. The NetherlandsHome to Amsterdam, the Netherlands has a long history of LGBTQIA+ rights and social acceptance. Dutch universities are also globally recognized for academic excellence.3. SwedenSweden offers world-class education alongside a reputation for equality and diversity. Students can enjoy a progressive society and breathtaking natural beauty.4. SpainSpain is known for its lively culture and welcoming attitude. Cities like Barcelona and Madrid are famous for LGBTQIA+ events, pride festivals, and inclusive communities.5. GermanyGermany offers high-quality education with affordable tuition options for international students. Cities like Berlin are known for their LGBTQIA+ nightlife, activism, and support networks.6. AustraliaAustralias cities, especially Sydney and Melbourne, are popular among LGBTQIA+ students. The country has made significant progress in LGBTQIA+ rights and offers top universities.7. New ZealandNew Zealand is known for its friendly people, stunning landscapes, and inclusive policies. Its a safe, welcoming place for LGBTQIA+ students seeking adventure and academic opportunities.8. IrelandIreland has become one of the most progressive countries in Europe regarding LGBTQIA+ rights. Dublin is home to top universities and a growing LGBTQIA+ community.9. FranceFrance combines academic excellence with rich culture. Cities like Paris and Lyon are known for LGBTQIA+ pride events and supportive environments for students.10. DenmarkDenmark was the first country to recognize same-sex unions. It remains a leader in LGBTQIA+ rights and offers a safe, inclusive atmosphere for students.11. PortugalPortugal has rapidly advanced LGBTQIA+ rights in recent years. Lisbon and Porto have vibrant queer communities and excellent universities, making Portugal a great option.12. UruguayOften overlooked, Uruguay is one of the most LGBTQIA+ friendly countries in South America. It has strong legal protections, social acceptance, and welcoming cities like Montevideo.LGBTQIA+ Friendly Universities to ConsiderBeyond choosing a country, finding LGBTQ friendly universities is key to having a positive study abroad experience. Universities with dedicated LGBTQIA+ support, clubs, counseling, and events help students feel welcome and included.Many universities across the destinations listed above offer resources such as:LGBTQIA+ student groupsCounseling and mental health servicesInclusive housing optionsPride events on campusAnti-discrimination policiesBefore applying, its smart to research specific university policies and talk to current students if possible. Many universities even include information about their LGBTQIA+ support on their websites.Are These Countries Safe for LGBTQIA+ Travelers?A common concern is countries that are safe for LGBTQ students to travel, live, and study. While the destinations in this guide are considered some of the safest options, every country varies from city to city, and rural areas may feel different than urban centers.Its also important to stay informed, follow local customs, and connect with LGBTQIA+ groups or organizations for advice once you arrive. Most universities have resources to help international students adjust and stay safe.Managing the Logistics of Studying AbroadPlanning to study abroad involves more than picking the right country. Youll likely need to:Submit applications and essaysGather academic recordsSecure housingPlan travelUnderstand visa requirementsFor students already managing a full class schedule, this process can feel overwhelming. Thats why using a paper writing service can ease some of the academic pressure. With expert help on assignments, students have more time to focus on preparing for their exciting journey abroad.The Benefits of Studying in LGBTQIA+ Friendly CountriesChoosing an inclusive, welcoming country helps LGBTQIA+ students focus on academics and personal growth. Benefits include:Feeling safe and respectedBuilding friendships with like-minded peersExploring LGBTQIA+ culture, history, and eventsAccess to supportive university servicesA chance to live authentically while achieving academic goalsStudying abroad in a welcoming country helps create unforgettable memories while building your future.Final Thoughts: Choose a Destination That Feels Right for YouTheres no one-size-fits-all answer to studying abroad. The best destination depends on your academic goals, personal comfort, and the type of experience you want.By researching countries that are LGBTQ friendly, exploring university policies, and understanding the culture, you can make a confident choice that supports your success as both a student and as an individual.The world is full of opportunities for LGBTQIA+ students to learn, explore, and thrive. With a little preparation and the right resources, your dream study abroad experience is within reach.The post 12 LGBTQIA+ Friendly Study Abroad Destinations appeared first on LGBTQ and ALL.

Studying abroad is one of the most exciting parts of being a student. Its a chance to explore new cultures, meet people from around the world, and grow both academically and personally. But for LGBTQIA+ students, choosing a destination isnt only about adventure and education its also about feeling safe, accepted, and respected.Luckily, there are plenty of welcoming places where students can study, travel, and be themselves. From progressive cities to supportive universities, the world offers many great options for LGBTQIA+ students seeking an inclusive study abroad experience.This guide will introduce 12 of the most LGBTQIA+ friendly destinations for students. Its also helpful to remember that preparing to study abroad can get overwhelming, especially with paperwork, applications, and essays to handle. Thats why many students use a research paper writer on EssayPro to ease the workload while focusing on their exciting next steps!Why Study Abroad Choice Matters for LGBTQIA+ StudentsFor LGBTQIA+ students, studying abroad isnt just about academic quality. Its also about personal safety, community support, and legal protections. You want to live in a place where you can be yourself without fear or discrimination.Some of the factors students consider include:Legal rights for LGBTQIA+ individualsSocial attitudes and overall acceptanceUniversity support servicesLGBTQIA+ events, groups, and communitiesSafety when traveling, both in cities and rural areasWhen considering what countries are LGBTQ friendly, these factors help students feel confident in their choice.12 LGBTQIA+ Friendly Study Abroad DestinationsThe following countries are known for their progressive policies, welcoming communities, and vibrant LGBTQIA+ cultures. Whether youre pursuing a semester abroad or a full degree, these destinations are worth exploring.1. CanadaCanada consistently ranks as one of the most inclusive countries in the world. Marriage equality, anti-discrimination laws, and a strong LGBTQIA+ community make cities like Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal great choices.2. The NetherlandsHome to Amsterdam, the Netherlands has a long history of LGBTQIA+ rights and social acceptance. Dutch universities are also globally recognized for academic excellence.3. SwedenSweden offers world-class education alongside a reputation for equality and diversity. Students can enjoy a progressive society and breathtaking natural beauty.4. SpainSpain is known for its lively culture and welcoming attitude. Cities like Barcelona and Madrid are famous for LGBTQIA+ events, pride festivals, and inclusive communities.5. GermanyGermany offers high-quality education with affordable tuition options for international students. Cities like Berlin are known for their LGBTQIA+ nightlife, activism, and support networks.6. AustraliaAustralias cities, especially Sydney and Melbourne, are popular among LGBTQIA+ students. The country has made significant progress in LGBTQIA+ rights and offers top universities.7. New ZealandNew Zealand is known for its friendly people, stunning landscapes, and inclusive policies. Its a safe, welcoming place for LGBTQIA+ students seeking adventure and academic opportunities.8. IrelandIreland has become one of the most progressive countries in Europe regarding LGBTQIA+ rights. Dublin is home to top universities and a growing LGBTQIA+ community.9. FranceFrance combines academic excellence with rich culture. Cities like Paris and Lyon are known for LGBTQIA+ pride events and supportive environments for students.10. DenmarkDenmark was the first country to recognize same-sex unions. It remains a leader in LGBTQIA+ rights and offers a safe, inclusive atmosphere for students.11. PortugalPortugal has rapidly advanced LGBTQIA+ rights in recent years. Lisbon and Porto have vibrant queer communities and excellent universities, making Portugal a great option.12. UruguayOften overlooked, Uruguay is one of the most LGBTQIA+ friendly countries in South America. It has strong legal protections, social acceptance, and welcoming cities like Montevideo.LGBTQIA+ Friendly Universities to ConsiderBeyond choosing a country, finding LGBTQ friendly universities is key to having a positive study abroad experience. Universities with dedicated LGBTQIA+ support, clubs, counseling, and events help students feel welcome and included.Many universities across the destinations listed above offer resources such as:LGBTQIA+ student groupsCounseling and mental health servicesInclusive housing optionsPride events on campusAnti-discrimination policiesBefore applying, its smart to research specific university policies and talk to current students if possible. Many universities even include information about their LGBTQIA+ support on their websites.Are These Countries Safe for LGBTQIA+ Travelers?A common concern is countries that are safe for LGBTQ students to travel, live, and study. While the destinations in this guide are considered some of the safest options, every country varies from city to city, and rural areas may feel different than urban centers.Its also important to stay informed, follow local customs, and connect with LGBTQIA+ groups or organizations for advice once you arrive. Most universities have resources to help international students adjust and stay safe.Managing the Logistics of Studying AbroadPlanning to study abroad involves more than picking the right country. Youll likely need to:Submit applications and essaysGather academic recordsSecure housingPlan travelUnderstand visa requirementsFor students already managing a full class schedule, this process can feel overwhelming. Thats why using a paper writing service can ease some of the academic pressure. With expert help on assignments, students have more time to focus on preparing for their exciting journey abroad.The Benefits of Studying in LGBTQIA+ Friendly CountriesChoosing an inclusive, welcoming country helps LGBTQIA+ students focus on academics and personal growth. Benefits include:Feeling safe and respectedBuilding friendships with like-minded peersExploring LGBTQIA+ culture, history, and eventsAccess to supportive university servicesA chance to live authentically while achieving academic goalsStudying abroad in a welcoming country helps create unforgettable memories while building your future.Final Thoughts: Choose a Destination That Feels Right for YouTheres no one-size-fits-all answer to studying abroad. The best destination depends on your academic goals, personal comfort, and the type of experience you want.By researching countries that are LGBTQ friendly, exploring university policies, and understanding the culture, you can make a confident choice that supports your success as both a student and as an individual.The world is full of opportunities for LGBTQIA+ students to learn, explore, and thrive. With a little preparation and the right resources, your dream study abroad experience is within reach.The post 12 LGBTQIA+ Friendly Study Abroad Destinations appeared first on LGBTQ and ALL.

It's time to make it work as Heidi Klum and the beloved Project Runway series are back for a 21st season.Sign up for the Out Newsletter to keep up with what's new in LGBTQ+ culture and entertainment delivered three times a week straight (well) to your inbox!12 fashion designers from diverse backgrounds, including RuPaul's Drag Race season 13 star Utica Queen (real name Ethan Mundt), are ready to compete and take their careers to the next level.This reboot will feature Klum returning as the host of Project Runway as she is joined by judges Nina Garcia (editor-in-chief of Elle) and self-described "image architect" Law Roach. Fashion designer and Project Runway winner Christian Siriano will also be on the show as a "mentor" to the designers.Guest judges for season 21 include Michael Kors, Tyra Banks, Christian Cowan, Jenna Lyons, Harris Reed, Sofia Vergara, Joan Smalls, Nikki Glaser, Mickey Guyton, Sara Foster, and Zac Posen.Project Runway season 21 premieres July 31 on Freeform, Hulu, and Disney+.

Almost two years after Grindr laid off 82 out of 178 employees 46 percent of the staff the union of workers for the company announced that it is still fighting for its laid-off members to regain their jobs. The union even started a fundraising campaign to help support the employees who are still out of work.Sign up for the Out Newsletter to keep up with what's new in LGBTQ+ culture and entertainment delivered three times a week straight (well) to your inbox!The union, named Grindr United, updated members of its continued fight in a statement shared toward the end of June, which was stylized as a conversation between two Grindr users in an attempt to get more people to pay attention to the cause.This mockup of back and forth Grindr DMs deliver new details about the case. Namely, that "Grindr workers tried to unionize so we could have a seat at the table and fight for an app that serves our community. Management forced us out, and now we are 18 months into a legal process to get our jobs back."This stylized statement ends with the union writing, "If you can, we're fundraising for those of us still without work." (@) Grindr, a social network and app often used for hooking up and dating among queer people, has faced a slew of criticisms after George Arison, a gay businessman, took over as CEO in September 2022. Since then, the company's leader has been the subject of controversy after past X posts (formerly tweets) came to the surface and reportedly showed him potentially agreeing with some of Trump's policies, as well as voicing support for an anti-LGBTQ+ Virginia governor were unearthed.In October 2022 right as the company was preparing to go public on the stock market X posts (tweets) from Arison's past about conservative politicians were unearthed. In 2020, he reportedly shared posts identifying himself as a conservative, and even "agrees with some of Trump's policies." Reports also include Arison showing support for a conservative politician who was targeting rights for LGBTQ+ kids.After those X posts were made public, Grindr shared a statement to TIME that read, "George is an out gay man, proudly married to his husband and the father of two children. George is passionate about fighting for the rights and freedoms of LGBTQ people around the world."Arison navigated the negative press in a way that left him relatively unscathed, but also implemented a rigorous use of AI and boasted about running a "super lean company" with a "high revenue per head" on a podcast called 20VC (included below). @20vc_tok This company earns $2M per employee! #20VC with Grindr CEO George Arison. Link in bio. #HarryStebbings #Business #businessadvice #businesstips #entrepreneur #entrepreneurship #founder #ceo #businessstories #Grindr #startup Arison has openly discussed a push toward AI, reasoning that he expects that start-ups can get off the ground with "much less" employees than previously needed thanks to the help of "synthetic employees."Out reached out to Grindr United and to the actual company, Grindr, for comment. Neither party has responded as of this writing.

The time has come for Out's Most Eligible Bachelorettes!It's that time of the year again!Following the list of Out's Most Eligible Bachelors of 2025, the time has come for the girls who are "for the girls."These queer women continue to inspire us, challenge us, and entertain us. Thus, meet Out's 2025 list of Most Eligible Bachelorettes.Tanner AdellSee on InstagramTanner Adell, can we confess we have a strawberry crush on you? You're our favorite "Trailer Park Barbie," and remind us why we love cowgirls so much.We love your sexy and fun version of pop country, and songs like "Buckle Bunny" end up on repeat at our house all the time. Your new song "Snakeskin" has been one of our favorite songs this year. We all gagged when you joined Beyonc on "BLACKBIIRD" in an iconic moment in music history. You're forever a part of that, girl!You've been paving the way for Black women in country for years, and now that you've come out as pansexual, you're proudly representing a new community that loves you.You're also one of our favorite fashion icons right now. We're looking for some new snakeskin boots. Maybe you can show us where you get yours?Thank you, Tanner, for always being yourself and for sharing your genuine self with the world and your fans!Jools LebronSee on InstagramHi, diva! Jools, you're not like the other girls. We owe you everything for teaching us all how to be demure and mindful last year. Without your guidance, we would've been lost while doing everything from traveling, getting dressed for work, and going to job interviews.Your advice and wise words were so ubiquitous, "demure" was Dictionary.com's word of the year. You know you're that bitch when even Ralph Fiennes is quoting you.We love a femme princess, and you are internet royalty! You put the beauty in beauty influencer. You know what's cutesy, Jools? You!We also appreciate the way you represent and lift up the dolls. When you used some of your money to help your bestie get housing, you showed us how big your heart is. In your TikToks, you taught us not to do too much, so we'll end it here. We love you, Jools.Keke PalmerSee on InstagramKeke Palmer, you are an icon of icons and a queen of queens.From your time as a child and teen star to your successful transition into adult stardom, you always impress us. You're an actor, a singer, a dancer, a history-making Emmy-winning host, a comedian, a mother, and a Motha, and you make all of it look easy! Whatever you want to do next, we know you'll thrive, and we know we'll be there to watch.In Jordan Peele's Nope, you were the action star of our dreams, fighting for your family and looking great while doing it. One of Them Days made us wish we could spend our days with you we can't wait for the sequel!You're our girl, Keke, and you always have been. We love the way you're always you're most authentic self, keeping it real, and inspiring us to do the same. We will always know who you are, Keke, and we will always love you.Josie TotahSee on InstagramDear Josie, we promise we would never ask you out on a hiking date!When you played Lexi on Saved by the Bell (for which you got a much-deserved Critic's Choice nomination!), we got a taste of your acting powers, giving us one of the best TV reboots ever.And we love you so much as Mabel on The Buccaneers! You bring humor and lightness, and some great lesbian spirit to the historical romantic drama based on Edith Wharton's unfinished book, and now that it's back on, we can't wait to see you in it every week. Thank you for making trans girls' wildest lesbian period romance dreams come true!We also love you when you're being yourself! Along with your fellow dolls, Dylan Mulvaney and Miss Benny, you're living the modern Sex and the City life of our queer dreams.Next up, you're starring in the horror film Faces of Death and Mike Flanagan's new adaptation of Carrie, so we can't wait to cheer you on as a new scream queen.Aulii CravalhoSee on InstagramAuli'i, you're so much more than just a Disney princess to us.Of course, we love you as a more grown-up Moana in the billion-dollar smash hit Moana 2, and we're so proud that you're lifting up your community by producing the live-action Moana and giving another actress a chance to embody the role.But it's been your work outside of that massive franchise that really got us to love you. You played cool high school characters that queer teens can totally relate to in Crush and 2024's Mean Girls. In Mean Girls, you got to make Janice the queer icon she was always meant to be! Thank you for giving the weirdos the representation they deserve.And can we talk about how great you are on stage? First, you dazzled as Eva Peron in Evita, but then you stunned us as the youngest person to play Sally Bowles on Broadway. Auli'i, your smile lights up every room you're in, and we love the way you're never afraid to be yourself. Keep on shining!Maren MorrisSee on InstagramMaren Morris, we'd be more than happy to meet you in the "Middle" any day! We've loved your music for a decade, and we've been inspired by you just as long.We love the way you stand up for the LGBTQ+ community, especially when you stood up to Brittany Aldean's hateful comments about trans kids, and then raised money for GLAAD. When you challenged the country music establishment in 2023, we loved the way you stood up for what you know to be right. Then, in 2024, when you came out as bisexual, you made us even more proud that you are a part of our community and that we can look up to you whenever we want to see a proud, queer woman.You're a Grammy winner, you're a master of multiple genres, and you're just getting started. "My Church" is one of our favorite songs of all time, and as one of the Highwomen, you're a part of the greatest supergroup in Country Music. You're a legend, Maren, and we hope you feel like it!Isabela MercedSee on InstagramThis year on The Last of Us, the whole world got to see how great you are, Isabela Merced. Just like Ellie was falling for your character Dinah, we fell in love with you while watching!You brought new dimensions to the character, and your real-life queerness added genuine heart to their dynamic, creating one of our favorite TV romances of the year. Even though you're young, you're one of our favorite pop culture Mommies thanks to your roles in The Last of Us and Alien: Romulus, where you made us jump out of our skin.Thank you for representing queer Latinas everywhere. We love how proud you are of your culture, and you help us take pride in ours. You're blowing up, and we can't wait to see you this summer in Superman as one of our favorite superheroes, Hawkgirl. You're our hero, Isabela!Catherine McCaffertySee on InstagramCatherine McCafferty, we'd love to go on a pretty gay date with you!We are huge fans of your show Pretty Gay, where you go on first dates with some of our other favorite queer and lesbian celebs and comedians. Every time you pop up on our social media feeds, we know we're going to love it. We're suckers for a good clown, and you never fail to make us cackle. But you also make us think!Not only are you one of the funniest people online, but you're shining a spotlight on critical lesbian issues like scissoring, having crushes on your friends, and how to tell if another girl is flirting with us!You're both an excellent date and an excellent interviewer two qualities that are much rarer than you might think!In all seriousness, you're doing a great job at demystifying the world of sapphic dating, making it better and less intimidating for all of us! Thank you for giving us all great examples of how hilarious and amazing queer dating can be!

Elio, the adorable new film from Pixar and Disney, is the latest film to have its LGBTQ+ content cut ahead of debuting on the big screen. The first screening of the Elio, viewed in 2023, had an alleged queer subtext to the titular character. However, that storyline is no longer in the movie's final cut according to a story from The Hollywood Reporter.Sign up for the Out Newsletter to keep up with what's new in LGBTQ+ culture and entertainment delivered three times a week straight (well) to your inbox!The reports explain that director Adrian Molina originally crafted Elio in a way that was never meant to be a coming-out story, but did include some of the early signs of queerness for an 11-year-old. Examples brought up in the reports include one scene of Elio collecting trash on the beach and turning it into a pink tank top, then having a "trash-ion show" for a hermit crab. Another scene showed Elio's bedroom with pictures that suggested he had a male crush.Studio executives were allegedly not satisfied with that original cut of Elio. Moreover, viewers who were present for that first screening liked the film but reportedly claimed that they wouldn't go see it in a theater. Molina later screened the film for Pixar leadership, and reportedly left that experience feeling "hurt." He ultimately exited the project in 2024. THR reports that "much of Elio was reworked under new co-directors Madeline Sharafian and Domee Shi." The queer subtext faded and Elio became "more masculine" following feedback from leadership. "It was pretty clear through the production of the first version of the film that [studio leaders] were constantly sanding down these moments in the film that alluded to Elios sexuality of being queer," one anonymous Pixar artist said in the report. "A lot of people like to blame Disney, but the call is coming from inside the house. A lot of it is obeying-in-advance behavior, coming from the higher execs at Pixar."The animated feature grossed an estimated $41.9 million at the domestic box office as of this writing (via IMDb Pro) a very low figure for a Disney/Pixar movie with a reported budget of $150 million.The anonymous Pixar artist who was quoted in the report couldn't help but wonder how it would've performed if Molina's original story had been preserved. "I'd love to ask Pete and the other Disney executives whether or not they thought the rewrite was worth it. Would they have lost this much money if they simply let Adrian tell his story?"Though Elio is quite sweet and heartfelt, it's upsetting to hear that the film is another casualty in the erasing of LGBTQ+ characters and plotlines from Hollywood studios, which Disney has been a significant part of.Elio is now playing in theaters.

By John Barnes, Communities of Color & Media Consultant Arrival: Rest, Reflection, and Radiance On Wednesday, June 11, 2025, I landed in Miami, FL, on a hot summer day around noon. This was no ordinary Miami trip this was my first time attending the American Black Film Festival, and to do it as a [...]The post A Very Real & Very Radiant American Black Film Festival: A Reflection by John Barnes first appeared on GLAAD.

Its a new month, which means new opportunities for queer TV! GLAAD is bringing you some highlights from LGBTQ TV premieres and returns throughout July. Check back on the first of each month for up-to-date coverage of LGBTQ-inclusive programming on television. July 7 Such Brave Girls (Season TwoHulu) The BAFTA-winning comedy returns with more darkly [...]The post Must-See LGBTQ TV: July Premieres & Returns first appeared on GLAAD.

Sasha Velour revived her drag king character Alexander Velvet to honor King of Drag the first-ever reality competition show for drag kings, now streaming on Revry hosted Murray Hill and featuring Sasha as a mainstay judge alongside Dr. Wang Newton and Tenderoni.Alexander Velvet had audiences feeling hot and bothered in two recent performances of Sasha Velour's NightGowns show at Le Poisson Rouge in New York City. In case you didn't know why King of Drag host Murray Hill lovingly refers to Sasha as "the Queen of Kings," this revival of Sasha's drag king persona answers quite a few questions.Between Alexander's hunky physique and sensual moves, fans were also served yet another gag-worthy reveal from this powerhouse drag artist: Finding a copy of Judith Butler's 1990 book Gender Trouble right in his pants!Instead of continuing his sensual number, Alexander stops, opens the book, and is clearly fascinated by the writings of Judith Butler. The hilarious and hot performance can be watched below!See on Instagram

By Donja R. Love I didnt realize how much I needed to go to Miami for the American Black Film Festival (ABFF). When GLAAD asked me to be their ambassador for ABFF, I was conflicted. Before the request, my husband and I were informed by our (now former) landlord that we had to move because [...]The post OP-ED: Finding A Home In Community first appeared on GLAAD.

These Calvin Klein campaigns are unforgettable!From Justice Smith to Indya Moore to Troye Sivan to Pabllo Vittar, Calvin Klein has been a very queer-inclusive fashion label by hiring LGBTQ+ celebrities to appear in their campaigns. Not only have these campaigns been important for representation and diversity, but theyve also been incredibly beautiful, sexy, and fun.Though Calvin Klein makes all sorts of clothes, apparel, perfume, and jewelry, one must recognize that the brand is best known for its underwear ads featuring gorgeous celebs. As time goes by, the company has managed to stay relevant in pop culture and among consumers, often making headlines for its sensual marketing campaigns and iconic products.Scroll through to see our favorite Calvin Klein ads over the years.Brandon Flynn (November 2023)Brandon Flynn (May 2023)See on InstagramJeremy PopeCara DelevingneMitchell SlaggertSee on InstagramCooper KochMoses SumneySee on InstagramAmandla StenbergSee on InstagramRafael L. SilvaSee on InstagramHunter DoohanSee on InstagramVinson Fraley (June 2024)See on InstagramFrancesco RuggieroSee on InstagramKeiynan Lonsdale (@) Isaac Cole PowellSee on InstagramFrancisco HenriquesSee on InstagramSam Porto (@) Justice Smith\u201cJustice Smith and Nic Ashe are family. They have been together. They have been apart. And they have worked through it all. This is Love\u201d calvinklein (@calvinklein) 1653064205Nic Ashe\u201c\u201cI remember when my mom passed, I asked you to not be further than like, two inches from me for a while. And you just really like honored that.\u201d Nic Ashe on @standup4justice\u201d calvinklein (@calvinklein) 1653058801Pabllo Vittar\u201c\u201cToday I can be whoever I want to be.\u201d \u23e4 @pabllovittar by Ryan McGinley #PROUDINMYCALVINS \n\nWatch #PablloVittar\u2019s full video:\nhttps://t.co/hZdg9EKkSt\u201d calvinklein (@calvinklein) 1589660047Omar Ayuso\u201cOmar Ayuso. The moment, 2013.\n\n\u201cWhen I told my mother, I thought she would be shocked\u2026\u201d\n\nDiscover Moments of Pride. Shop the campaign: https://t.co/88i006HxcB \n\n#proudinmycalvins\n\nOmar Ayuso documented by Gorka Postigo.\u201d calvinklein (@calvinklein) 1622142002Lil Nas X\u201cRetro-inspired. @LilNasX in the CK One Micro Trunk. By Ryan McGinley Studios. #MYCALVINS \n \nShop new underwear: https://t.co/jECjYYW3nn\u201d calvinklein (@calvinklein) 1603749342Chella Man\u201c.@chellamanart on Identity. Discover more: https://t.co/ltAUnB5uNb\n\n#PROUDINMYCALVINS \n\nBy Ryan McGinley\u201d calvinklein (@calvinklein) 1593279294Mont LaurenSee on InstagramValentin HumbroichSee on InstagramHamid OnifadeSee on InstagramTroye Sivan\u201cyour next pride fit? fluid pieces to style with anything. see it on @troyesivan. a thread\u2026\u201d calvinklein (@calvinklein) 1675549802Indya MooreSee on InstagramDiploMichaela Ja RodriguezSee on InstagramJeremy Allen White (January 2024)See on InstagramJeremy Allen White (August 2024)Bad BunnyLordeJacob ElordiGreta LeeSee on InstagramMichael B. Jordan\u201cShould we drop more? @michaelb4jordan\u201d calvinklein (@calvinklein) 1677504600Dominic FikeSee on InstagramMalumaSee on InstagramJamie DornanTrevante Rhodes\u201c\u201cI want to win,\u201d says actor (and former track and football star) @_trevante_, \u201clike an athlete.\u201d\u201d calvinklein (@calvinklein) 1488400750Vika EvseevaShawn Mendes\u201cIntroducing #MYCALVINS CUSTOM.\n\nCustomize your favorite #ModernCotton styles with bold patches, vibrant colors, and statement-making phrases. Like #ShawnMendes, make #CALVINKLEIN your own: https://t.co/JIMbSpeyxz\n \n@ShawnMendes shot by #MarioSorrenti\u201d calvinklein (@calvinklein) 1559845789Bright VachirawitSee on InstagramAaron Taylor-JohnsonSee on InstagramYahya Abdul-Mateen IISee on InstagramMinGyu KimSee on InstagramNick Jonas\u201cMore than a handful. @nickjonas channels Mark Wahlberg in the latest issue of @FlauntMagazine. #mycalvins #tbt\u201d calvinklein (@calvinklein) 1412284877Vinson Fraley (March 2021)See on InstagramSon Heung-minSee on InstagramAbby ChampionSee on InstagramAnthony RamosSee on InstagramTontawan TantivejakulLucas Barski

Hello Out readers, welcome to July!To kick the new month off, we've got our picks for Out's Most Eligible Bachelorettes of 2025!We've already introduced you to our Most Eligible Bachelors list, which includes brilliant men like Jonathan Groff, Jeremy Pope, and Tonatiuh. Now, it's the ladies' turn.Our 2025 list includes singers like Tanner Adell and Maren Morris, actors like Aulii Cravalho and Keke Palmer, and influencers like Jools Lebron."From your time as a child and teen star to your successful transition into adult stardom, you always impress us," we wrote about Keke Palmer. "You're an actor, a singer, a dancer, a history-making Emmy-winning host, a comedian, a mother, and a Motha, and you make all of it look easy! Whatever you want to do next, we know you'll thrive, and we know we'll be there to watch."About Maren Morris, we wrote, "You're a Grammy winner, you're a master of multiple genres, and you're just getting started. "My Church" is one of our favorite songs of all time, and as one of the Highwomen, you're a part of the greatest supergroup in Country Music. You're a legend, Maren, and we hope you feel like it!"Check out the list for all the profiles!- Mey Rude53 steamy celebrity Calvin Klein ads the gays won't forgetSasha Velour revives Alexander Velvet to honor 'King of Drag' seriesLaid off Grindr workers are fighting to get their jobs backMeet Out's Most Eligible Bachelorettes of 2025Queer subtext in Disney's 'Elio' was reportedly cut by PixarBack in fashion: Watch the new trailer of 'Project Runway' season 21'Drag Race's Naysha Lopez claps back at Violet Chachki & Gottmik's Roscoe's shade100 pics from NYC Pride Parade 2025 that prove Pride is still aprotestTiny Chef is a queer iconand he needs our helpWoman Crush WednesdayOther than our list of Bachelorettes, our Woman Crush Wednesday goes out to gay icon M3GAN this week. Have you checked out our digital cover with her?

These are the best coming-of age movies about lesbians and queer women around!Its hard enough being a lesbian or queer woman, but being those things and a teen is a whole other world of difficult. Thankfully, some of the best movies about queer women also happen to be coming-of-age films!These movies explore what it means to be a girl, a woman, a lesbian, and queer. They explore female friendships, relationships with parents, school issues, and the future. They explore young love. And they do it all excellently.Unsurprisingly, nearly all these movies are directed by women, and more than half are directed by queer women. Queer women know the type of stories they want to see, and they're the best at telling them.Next time you want an excellent queer movie about girls and young women growing up, check out these films!15. 'The Miseducation of Cameron Post'Cameron Post has a similar premise to the classic comedy But Im a Cheerleader, but with a very different tone and execution. Its still a lesbian coming-of-age gem. Directed by queer director, Desiree Akhavan, and starring Chloe Grace Moretz, Sasha Lane, and Forrest Goodluck, it follows a girl in the '90s who is caught having sex with another girl and sent to conversion therapy camp, where she makes new friends and learns to stand up for herself.Read our review.Streaming on Tubi.14. 'Crush'Crush is a fairly light movie, but that doesnt stop it from delivering a powerful message of happiness and growth for teen lesbians. The movie follows high school lesbian Paige Evans (Rowan Blanchard), who joins her schools track team in order to get closer to her crush. Instead, she starts getting closer to her crushs bisexual sister (Aulii Cravalho). Its a delightfully queer movie that will make you smile, laugh, and sigh.Check out our interview with the stars.Read our review.Streaming on Hulu.13. 'Mosquita y Mari'Queer filmmaker Aurora Guerrero tells the story of two young Latinas as they become close friends and fall in love. Its a rare kind of story that is beautifully told in glances, intimate touches, and shared secrets. Queer Latinas looking for a movie that can speak to them must check out Mosquita y Mari.Currently unavailable to stream in the U.S.12. 'The Incredibly True Adventure of Two Girls in Love'This 'opposites attract' love story is about 17-year-old tomboy and burnout Randy Dean, who meets a rich girl from her school named Evie Roy. The two start being friends at school, but soon their relationship evolves. While not everyone in their community is accepting, the two girls are able to fight to have a relationship.Check out our interview with the director.Streaming on Netflix.11. 'Princess Cyd'Jessie Pinnick stars as a headstrong 16-year-old who spends the summer in Chicago with her aunt while exploring her sexuality. Pinnick is terrific in the movie, and it never makes Cyds queerness a source of her problems. It simply shows a queer teen having an amazing and life-changing summer.Check out our interview with the director.Streaming on Tubi.10. 'Alice Jnior'This 2019 Brazilian coming-of-age film flew under the radar but definitely deserves your attention. It stars Anna Celestino Mota as Aice, a 17-year-old trans girl and YouTuber who moves from the city to the countryside. Once there, she has to enroll in a Catholic school and starts being bullied while she makes new friends and seeks out her first kiss. Its rare for films to explore the lives of trans women who love women, so this film is truly special.Available to rent on Prime Video.9. 'Blockers'One of the funniest comedies in years is also an absolutely terrific lesbian coming-of-age movie! Gideon Adlon plays Sam, one of three teen girls who make a pact to lose their virginity on prom night. While the other two girls parents want to stop them to protect their daughters, Sams dad (Ike Barinholtz) is on a mission to stop his daughter because he knows shes gay and will regret hooking up with a boy. Its got some serious laughs, as well as some very tender father-daughter moments.Check out our interview with Adlon.Available to rent on Prime Video.8. 'Show Me Love'Also titled F*cking ml, this 90s Swedish classic is about Agnes and Elin, two schoolgirls who, at first, kiss on a dare. Soon, the girls realize they have more in common than they thought, including real feelings for each other. It's a sweet look at young love.Available to rent on Google Play.7. 'Booksmart'Only one of the two lead characters of this movie is gay, but the other is played by queer actor Beanie Feldstein. The queerness of this movie and its overall greatness are enough to put it high on this list. Olivia Wildes feature directorial debut is a hilarious joyride in the vein of Superbad, but for queer girls.Read our review.Available to rent on Prime Video.6. 'The Half of It'Alice Wu is a master of the lesbian movie. With The Half of It, she delivered a stunning and understated triumph with this queer, Asian-American retelling of one of the all-time classic love stories, Cyrano de Bergerac. The film follows teenage Ellie Chu, who writes love letters to the popular girl she has a crush on on behalf of her friend Paul Munsky. All the young actors deliver terrific performances, and the movie will leave you feeling warm inside.Check out our interview with the director.Streaming on Netflix.5. 'Rafiki'Wanuri Kahiu's 2018 Kenyan drama follows two young women, Kena and Ziki, growing up in Nairobi. The two girls are the daughters of local political rivals, but still, a relationship blooms between them. Because homosexuality is illegal in their country, they have to keep their love a secret. While homophobia can be a tired trope in films like this, Rafiki addresses it in a way rarely seen, taking on the issue of criminalized homosexuality that still exists today.Read our review.Streaming on Tubi.4. 'Bottoms'Lesbian coming-of-age movies don't get more raunchy, sleezy, or funny than Bottoms. Starring Rachel Sennott as PJ and Ayo Edebiri as Josie, Bottoms is a teen comedy about a pair of loser lesbians who start a self-defence club at their high school in order to attract girls. It's 92 minutes of pure lesbian chaos and fun, complete with steamy makeouts and over-the-top violence.Read our review.Check out our interview with the director.Available to rent on Prime Video.3. 'I Saw the TV Glow'Viewers might not think of Jane Schoenbrun's 2024 instant horror classic when they hear 'lesbian coming-of-age movie.' However, what else would you call a film about two teen girls who may be in love and are trapped in a hellish alternate reality where they are forced to come of age as awkward teens who feel like they don't belong in their own bodies or lives? How about genius? Jack Haven and Justice Smith deliver compelling performances as teens and young adults (and in Smith's case, an older adult) in this movie that examines the horrors of growing up.Read our review.Check out our interviews with the filmmaker and cast.Streaming on Max.2. 'Pariah'While the tone of Pariah isnt as cheerful as some of the comedies on this list, theres no denying its power and how triumphant it ends up being. Based loosely on director Dee Rees teen years, Pariah follows a 17-year-old Black lesbian learning to embrace her identity and love the life she has. Pariah knows that life can be, and often is, hard on a Black teen lesbian, but it never stops showing how beautiful it is to be one.Available to rent on Prime Video.1. 'But I'm a Cheerleader'But Im a Cheerleader is a brilliant campy comedy from Jamie Babbit about a teen cheerleader (Natasha Lyonne) who is sent to a gay conversion camp by her parents. There she meets a gaggle of gays and ex-gays, including ones played by RuPaul, Melanie Lynskey, and of course, her love interest played by Clea DuVall. Its a comedy classic and one of the first and best truly happy lesbian films. It still stands up today, nearly 25 years after it was released. If youre a queer teen who wants to know that happiness and love are possible for you, watch this movie.Streaming on Tubi.

By the power of Grayskull, Nicholas Galitzine has the power!See on InstagramNicholas Galitzine became one of Hollywood's biggest stars in the last few years. As an actor, he's clearly working very hard on auditioning for new roles, taking risks to show his acting range, and going through back-to-back promotional cycles for all kinds of different projects being released very close to one another.Since playing Timmy on The Craft: Legacy, Prince Robert in Prime Video's Cinderella, Luke in Purple Hearts, Jeff in Bottoms, and Prince Henry in Red, White & Royal Blue, Galitzine has been solidifying himself as an A-list celebrity.Yet, many gay fans still know him best for starring in the queer rom-com alongside Taylor Zakhar Perez. As expected, those fans are eagerly anticipating the officially-announced sequel to Red, White & Royal Blue, and some are even hoping that the live-action adaptation of Casey McQuiston's novel could become a trilogy.See on InstagramSince then, however, Galitzine has been starring in several projects most of which gained notoriety from the public, the critics, or even both. Namely, the actor's performances as George Villiers on Mary & George, and as Hayes in The Idea of You, have helped the actor build up his resume.Galitzine is now playing He-Man in the 2026 live-action adaptation of Masters of the Universe from Mattel and Amazon MGM Studios, and the body-ody-ody that the actor is serving has fans feeling giddy.Keep reading to see a comprehensive list of pop-culture moments from Nicholas Galitzine and make sure to watch his performance as He-Man in the upcoming Masters of the Universe film scheduled for June 5, 2026.See on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on Instagram (@) See on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on Instagram (@) See on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on Instagram (@) See on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramHonorable mention: Emporio Armani campaign for 'Stronger With You Parfum.'See on Instagram

TZP can serve a look.See on InstagramActor Taylor Zakhar Perez may be best known these days as 1/2 of the hunky leading duo of Prime Video's popular gay rom-com Red, White & Royal Blue, but if you're a big fan of his or have been one those who have been keeping an eye on his career, then you'd know that he also has a passion for fashion! Yup, when he's not making our hearts swoon in RWRB, Minx, or The Kissing Booth, he's donning the finest threads and trotting all over the globe to attend the fashion shows of some of the world's most iconic luxury brands, and we're totally here for it! Scroll through to see more pics of Taylor Zakhar Perez serving all sorts of looks at fashion shows and different events! And to keep up with the heartthrob, make sure to follow him on Instagram, @taylorzakharperez.At the LACMA Art+Film Gala at Los Angeles County Museum of Art in November 2024.At the Fourth Annual Academy Museum Gala at Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in 2024.At the 31st Annual Screen Actors Guild Awards in February 2025.At Paris Fashion Week in March 2025.At the Balenciaga Fall 2024 show in 2023At the French Open at Roland Garros in June 2025 (1/2).At the French Open at Roland Garros in June 2025 (2/2).At the 2023 GQ Men of the Year event in 2023At the Ferrari fashion show during the Milan Fashion Week Womenswear Spring/Summer 2024 in 2023At the Vogue World: London event in 2023At the Vogue World: London event in 2023At the Burberry Spring/Summer 2024 fashion show in 2023At the Miu Miu Summer Club Malibu event in 2023At the Givenchy Spring 2024 Menswear Collection fashion show in 2023At the Prada Spring/Summer 2024 fashion show in 2023At the Prada Spring/Summer 2024 fashion show in 2023At the Versace Fall/Winter 2023 fashion show in 2023At the 'Moncler Presents: The Art of Genius' event in 2023.At a U.K. screening of 'Bullet Train' in July 2022.At the Dior Men's Spring/Summer 2023 Collection fashion show (1/2).At the Dior Men's Spring/Summer 2023 Collection fashion show (2/2).AtGiorgio Armani's 'One Night Only Dubai' fashion show in October 2021.At the 2022 Coachella Festival.

If you heard a collective splash on gay Instagram this week, that was the sound of everyone diving into Zac andDylan Efrons latest IG drops. Zac, 37, kicked things off with a carousel that opened on him shirtless at the helm of a speedboat, aviators on, arms flexing like its still Baywatch press-tour season. Swipe once and hes carving a perfect wake-surf line. Swipe again and you get him strolling the dock in nothing but board shorts and a strategically slung blue towel. Scroll to the end for an adorable sunset video with the bros trading cowboy hats.See on InstagramDylan, 33, answered with a slick montage set to Briscoes Easy Does It. Over the text prompt Describe summer in one word, the Traitors champ cannonballs off the deck, plays around with some handstands, and shares some dock time with his brother and longtime girlfriend Courtney King, whom he playfully tosses into the water. See on InstagramPredictably, comment sections became a parade of parched reactions. (@) Save a horse, ride Zac and Dylan Efron, claimed one user.Zac and Dylan Efron not at the same time bc theyre brothers but idk one can tag in while the other goes to the gym and vice versa idk, said another. (@) The Efrons have history here: Dylans infamous back arch photo sent Insta into meltdown last year, and Zac has done his own share to catch our attention. But this joint flex hits more wholesome, homosocial, and dripping with bro-bod glory.While we wait for another summer roundup, queue the screenshots, crack a seltzer, and remember hydration is a lifestyle, especially when two shirtless Efrons are out making waves.

In this episode of Out Now, host Stephen Walker leads a celebration of friendship, identity, and creativity in the LGBTQ+ community.Join us as Olympic star Tom Daley shares his journey of self-acceptance and personal growth. Relive the charm of The L Word with a heartfelt reunion featuring Leisha Hailey and Kate Moennig, as they discuss their new memoir, So Gay for You: Friendship, Found Family.We also highlight our Thriving Under 30 honorees who are redefining success in challenging times. Plus, get an insider's look at the Provincetown International Film Festival with exclusive interviews from the stars of Ponyboi including River Gallo, Murray Bartlett, and Dylan O'Brien as they explore the complexities of love and acceptance in their groundbreaking film.

Is there anything Jonathan Bailey cant do? We know he can act, he can sing, he can dance, he can make literally every human swoon, and he can wear the hell out of a pair of slutty little glasses. Turns out he's a wiz on a woodwind too. Today, @ClassicFm released a video on Instagram of the Jurassic World: Rebirth star paying a visit to the famed Abbey Road Studios, where composer Alexandre Desplat was recording the score for the film with a 105-piece-strong orchestra. The actor has been performing music since he was five, and he played in an orchestra when he was 18. If you could have told me at that age that one day there was an opportunity to play with a 105-piece orchestra at Abbey Road with Alexandre Desplat conducting both the John Williams score and also his own incredible original score, I would not quite believe it, said Bailey in the video. Initially, the actor was there just to sit in on the session, but Desplat invited him to play the clarinet solo for his character, as well. Bailey, initially surprised, put his lips to the instrument and proceeded to blow everyone away. That was a highlight, a highlight of my life, Bailey added. Can this man be any more charming? Every time we think hes peaked, he finds a new way to make us absolutely adore him. What he recorded that day is the version that appears in the film. Watch the video below. See on InstagramJurassic World: Rebirth opens in theaters today.

While the Materialists press tour seemed to be designed specifically for bisexuals, the Jurassic Park Rebirth press tour is all about Jonathan Bailey and his undeniable chemistry with literally everyone, and, of course, his slutty little glasses.Bailey may be gay in real life, but he has undeniable chemistry with his co-star Scarlett Johansson, and the two even made headlines for sharing two smooches on the red carpet.But it was Baileys slutty little glasses that really stole the show and the press tour got underway. The internet went into a frenzy when he wore a pair of tiny glasses in the trailer, and then he continued to rile everyone up by wearing different pairs during the press tour.When the film premiered in London, Bailey even told Entertainment Tonight, "I'm thrilled that people are, they're having a hormonal explosion linked to optical supports. But I think, yeah, glasses can go a long way, so let's have the summer of slutty little glasses.A summer of slutty little glasses? Were on board!Bailey isn't the only sexy cast member who knows how to smize at the camera. Mahershala Ali, Scarlett Johansson, and Rupert Friend all know how to work their angles.Is it our imagination or does it look liek Bailey and Friend want to devour each other?The iconic "slutty little glasses" in all their glory!The bisexuals are really winning with the palpable chemistry between Bailey and Johansson. Slutty glasses and a Friends fan? He really is the total package!We're starting to think Bailey should always wear glasses.Who knew a photo of someone fully clothed could make you blush?Just kiss already! Kidding, kidding...well, sort of.We know gray sweatpants are the sluttiest item of clothing a man can wear, but we nominate whatever those gray suit pants are!Never mind, this is the one that's making us blush from head to toe. He's looking right at us!Two people have never looked so good. Also, peep those pants again!Bailey and Ali looking so effortlessly cool.If you didn't already love Bailey, his wearing an Angels in America sweatshirt would seal the deal.Bailey managed to make the "Kubrick stare" just as sexy as his little glasses.The man knows how to fill out a suit!He even manages to have chemistry with the director, Gareth Edward.We love to see Bailey's playful side!Could he be any cuter?Everyone is now secretly hoping that Bailey looks at them the way he's looking at this reporter one dayOh and if you didn't already know, he can play the clarinet, too. Not a euphemism.See on Instagram

Lee Pace knows exactly what he's doing!We can't get enough of Lee Pace!Whether he's starring in smaller projects like Soldier's Girl as trans trailblazer Calpernia Addams, The Fall as Roy Walker / The Masked Bandit, Bodies Bodies Bodies with Amandla Stenberg and Rachel Sennott, or starring in major film franchises like The Hobbit, The Twilight Saga, and Guardians of the Galaxy, Pace always brings his A game!We've loved to see his journey on TV. Back when he was playing Ned, the piemaker with a magical gift, on Pushing Daisies, we instantly fell in love, and with shows like Halt and Catch Fire and Foundation, we've only grown to love him more!See on InstagramNo matter where he is, Pace is always one of the most talented and hottest men around. We love his big Daddy Energy and can't wait to see him in the upcoming The Running Man remake alongside fellow hotties Glen Powell, Colman Domingo, and Katy O'Brian.See on InstagramPace also knows how to make a statement on a red carpet, showcasing his legs, and on Instagram, highlighting his chest.Scroll through to see some of our favorite Lee Pace social media moments! And for even more, make sure to follow him on Instagram, @leeepfrog!See on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on InstagramSee on Instagram

The podcast Testedwas released last year by NPRs Embedded banner, an audio platform for untold audio documentaries told through a deeply reported narrative lens, along with CBC in Canada. Written, reported, and hosted by journalist Rose Eveleth, Testeddives into the 100-year history of sex testing in elite sports that led to the identical conversations we [...]The post Tested Podcast Host Rose Eveleth Talks Controversial History of Mandatory Sex Testing in Olympics first appeared on GLAAD.

This past Friday, June 27, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a blow to public school education and the freedom to read with their ruling in Mahmoud v. Taylor, allowing a preliminary injunction to remain in place for a small group of Maryland parents seeking to opt their kids out of LGBTQ-inclusive childrens books at school. [...]The post Authors and Illustrators Issue Personal Statements in Response to Ruling in Supreme Court Banned Books Case first appeared on GLAAD.

It looks like power couple Gigi Gorgeous and Nats Getty have called it quits. Sign up for the Out Newsletter to keep up with what's new in LGBTQ+ culture and entertainment delivered three times a week straight (well) to your inbox!The two shared the news in a joint statement given to People on Wednesday, July 2."Gigi Gorgeous and Nats Getty confirm they have amicably decided to part ways and officially file for divorce," the statement reads. "While they have decided to end their marriage, they remain friends and have the [utmost] love and respect for each other."People also obtained documents that indicated Getty filed for divorce in Los Angeles County Superior Court on Wednesday, July 2. See on Instagram Gorgeous' last post on Instagram where she's pictured with Getty is dated November 30, 2024. "Happy Birthday to my [heart]," the image caption reads.The two reportedly originally met in 2016 and married in July 2019. Gorgeous rose to popularity as a YouTube personality, model, and trans rights activist who first shared her coming out story in 2013. Getty is a socialite of the Getty family and is known for his LGBTQ+ rights activism and clothing brand, Strike Oil. Just last year, Gorgeous opened up to Out in an interview about her OnlyFans launch, fitness, and her journey towards starting a family with Getty via IVF, a long and arduous process that incited major changes in both of their lives. "Right now, me and my husband have six embryos," Gorgeous told Out in March 2024. "We're really excited about that because we worked very hard on our baby journey. It's taken a lot of lifestyle changes. I wasn't able to create any of my own DNA, so then I changed everything around lifestyle over the years, and now we are here with six embryos. There's no baby announcement yet, but we are on the path to that, which is exciting."

The world is Michael Cimino's oyster!As one of the hottest rising stars in Hollywood, Cimino had his breakthrough as the titular role in the adorable queer series Love, Victor back in 2020.Since then, his resume has grown exponentially as he's starred in many notable projects on the big and small screens, including Never Have I Ever, Until Dawn, Annabelle Comes Home, and most recently, Motorheads on Prime Video.Although his credentials are very impressive, Cimino still receives plenty of love and praise for his depiction of Victor as he navigates coming out and embracing his gay sexuality."The thing I get recognized for the most is Love, Victor. It had the biggest impact, and it was so hard-hitting at the time. It was such a discussion that needed to be had. It's definitely something I'm still proud of," Cimino tells our sister brand, PRIDE. See on Instagram With Love, Victor serving as Cimino's introduction to mainstream audiences, the LGBTQ+ community quickly fell in love with the talented star and has supported all of his professional endeavors over the years.Cimino has proudly given back to the queer family by attending Pride parades and using his platform to advocate for LGBTQ+ equality."There's a lot of great stories to be told, and we need to be raising our voices. It's the least I can do for the community. I'm so supported by them, and the LGBTQ+ really uplifts me, so it's the least I can do."Not only has Cimino's lovable personality and activism won over the hearts of queer people around the world, but he's very easy on the eyes and has no problem showing some skin on social media."I had to do it to 'em! Ive really been trying to post more stuff thats elevated, even if its a little sexy. You have no idea how many people comment twink to twunk! Its so funny. See on Instagram Besides his steamy photos and impressive acting roles, Cimino is also dominating the music scene as his sophomore EP Superhero is about to drop."I've always liked to sing, and I have a passion for music. Dipping my toes in a bunch of different things is always great. Over the past years, I've improved in multiple different disciplines and I hope to continue to improve. I really found my sound on this EP. I'm really excited to share it with everyone!"Superhero is slated to release this summer. To see the full interview with Michael Cimino, check out the video at the top of the page.

Police in Provincetown, Massachusetts are investigating a potential hate crime after a man was assaulted late Monday night in the LGBTQ+-friendly beach town. The man was attacked between 1 and 2 a.m. by three men ages 20 to 30, the Provincetown Police Department said in a statement. The victim told law enforcement in a follow up statement that the group exited their vehicle which he identified as a black Lexus sedan while he was walking on the east end of Bradford Street, and assaulted him while using a homophobic slur. Paramedics determined that the man did not need to be hospitalized after an evaluation Monday afternoon. Police are investigating the incident as a "possible hate crime," and are asking for any security or doorbell camera footage from the Howland Street area at the time of the attack."The Provincetown Police Department is taking this report very seriously and has detectives actively investigating the incident," the department wrote. "All Provincetown Police Officers have been alerted to this incident and will continue working hard to stay vigilant and keep everyone safe."Provincetown was the city with the highest percentage of same-sex couples in 2010, according to census data, with 163 same-sex couples per 1,000 households at the time. It has been surpassed in recent years by large cities such as Los Angeles and San Francisco. Anti-LGBTQ+ hate crimes in the U.S. increased for the fourth consecutive year in 2023 despite a drop in crime overall, according to the Federal Bureau of Investigation's latest report. There were 2,402 recorded incidents relating to a victims sexual orientation in 2023, up from 1,947 the year before, and 547 relating to the victims gender identity, compared with 469 in 2022.Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact Detective Sergeant Jennifer Nolette at (508) 487-1212, or via email at jnolette@provincetown-ma.gov. You may also use the Police Departments tip line at (508) 487-2828 or email at report-a-tip@provincetown-ma.gov.

It's once again time for Out's Most Eligible lists!We've already brought you our list of 2025's Most Eligible Bachelors and Bachelorettes, but what about all the they/thems, she/theys, he/theys, and other nonbinary and gender nonconforming hotties?These queer, nonbinary luminaries inspire us to be our best selves. Here are our love letters to Out's 2025 list of Most Eligible Bachelorexes.KehlaniWe like you, Kehlani, like we like our honey!We've been getting down to your music for a decade now, Kehlani, and we'll never get enough! From your collaborations and guest spots on other artists' songs to your original R&B, we've had your music in constant rotation for most of our adult lives.Thank you for providing us with some of the sexiest songs of the decade, including "After Hours," "Next 2 U," "1st Position," and your newest single, "Folded." Whenever one of your songs comes on, we know the temperature is going up!We also remember when you teamed up with Lesbian Jesus Hayley Kiyoko for the "What I Need" single and video, giving sapphic music fans one of the hottest and most memorable collabs in music history!We also love your politics, Kehlani. You're always one of the first ones to speak up when you see injustice in the world, and even when you're attacked for your beliefs, you never back down.We'd love to worship at your "Altar," let us light the candles and call your name!HolmesSee on InstagramHolmes, is anyone in the world as funny as you?We were already huge fans thanks to your work on Welcome to Flatch, as the hilarious, big-hearted, and overly confident Kelly. Then, this year, you showed up in two of our favorite shows, Hacks and Overcompensating, and we fell head over heels!You brought so much chaotic energy to the college world of Overcompensating as Hailee, Carmen's unhinged roommate.Hailee's always ready to pump up her girlfriends, she's always down to party, and she's willing to drop everything if Carmen needs her. All of her lines are iconic, and each line read is legendary. She's exactly the kind of college bff we could all use! And Holmes, you're exactly the kind of comedian and actor that makes us fans.River GalloSee on InstagramRiver, what can we say other than thank you?Thank you for raising awareness about intersex issues through your advocacy and art. Thank you for never backing down about your life and identity. Thank you for blessing us with the genius with Ponyboi.You wrote and starred in the 2024 film that shines a light on intersex stories. And yours is one of the best performances of the year. As a sex worker on the run from the mob and trying to find love and community, you blew us away. No cap, we think Ponyboi is a better movie than Anora, and we think your performance is just as good as Mikey Madison's. We see an Oscar in your future!You're also so charming, funny, and smart in every interview we watch with you, and we'd love to sit down with you over coffee and hear your stories. Call us?Alex NewellSee on InstagramFrom Glee to Broadway and film and TV roles like Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist and Another Simple Favor, we love every time we see you, Alex!Back when we first met you on The Glee Project and then Glee, we were blown away by your voice, your presence, and your power.Now that we've had the opportunity to see you grow into your whole self, we are truly stunned. When you show up in Shucked singing about being independently owned and operated, you make us all want to be the best women we can be!In 2023, you made history as one of the first two nonbinary actors to win a Tony Award, and we know you've got more wins in your future!We'd love to stand by you, Alex!Amandla StenbergSee on InstagramAmandla, we've been fans since you starred in one of our favorite teen series, The Hunger Games, and we've only become bigger fans as your career has progressed!As a teen, you came out as both nonbinary and queer, inspiring young people everywhere, and helping young Black queer people to feel less alone in the world.When you starred in The Hate U Give and Dear Evan Hansen, we got a new taste of just how talented you are, but it was in your roles in the party horror film Bodies Bodies Bodies and the Star Wars show The Acolyte that solidified your place in our hearts.We love the queer energy you brought to the Star Wars universe as twins Osha and Mae, making us look at Jedi and the Force in a whole new way.We can't wait to see what you do next!Lily GladstoneSee on InstagramLily Gladstone, we're still mad you didn't win the Oscar for Killers of the Flower Moon! We love Emma Stone, but your stoic and powerful performance as Mollie Burkhart stole the show from acting legends like Leonardo DiCaprio and Robert De Niro.You also blew us away in other films like Certain Women and First Cow from Kelly Reichardt, and we adored you as the cool lesbian auntie helping her niece in Fancy Dance.You appeared in just two episodes of Reservation Dogs and blew us away with your immense talent. You left us sobbing as Hokti, Daniel's imprisoned mother. Watching you help Willie Jack connect with her ancestors in the episode "Offerings" was one of the most powerful things we've ever seen on TV. You also starred in Under the Bridge as a queer cop investigating the murder of a teen girl opposite Riley Keough, and we were mesmerized. This year, in The Wedding Banquet, you showed us a new model for queer families and made us laugh, cry, and cheer.We know you'll get that Oscar soon!AnaniaSee on InstagramAnania, you ping our Gaydars!We love you, Anania. We love your fashion, makeup, and beautiful smile. We love your voice, your laugh, and your sense of humor. And we love your show, Gaydar!Your interviews with queer celebs are some of the funniest on the internet and have the bonus of being genuinely educational about the queer community and queer history!Whether you're asking Rene Rapp and Chappell Roan how many famous lesbians they can name, asking the Governor of Michigan for gay bar recommendations, or asking Lucy Dacus to do gay math, you have us transfixed! And we have to thank you for letting us know which of our fav queeer celebs are secretly homophobes! How else would we know?We never tire of hearing your voice, seeing your face, or learning from you, Anania. Please keep it up! P.S. We believe your theory that Prince was a he/him lesbian!Caitlin Cunningham@caitlepillarMy Bike Needs Oil.. This is me teasing my song Coming soon. (Far out I think yall gonna love) #fyp #newmusic #mybikeneedsoil #caitle #emo #goth #This year, sapphics around the world discovered they had a new type when they saw you, Caitlin Cunningham! With your cool tattoos, emo makeup, sexy haircut, and fierce fangs, you have queers from Austraila to America losing it!We love a tall girl, and at 6'4", we love looking up to you!As a player in Australia's WNBL, you staged an inspiring comeback when you returned to basketball during the COVID-19 pandemic after years away from the game. Your hard work and tenacious attitude have shown us that we can pursue all our dreams! Now, you're making even the most committed non-sports fan want to watch a game!You're awesome (and intimidating!) makeup during games brings a new meaning to "in the paint!" And we love the way you continue to be your most authentic self off the court as a model, singer, and fashion icon.You're the GOAT (Goth of All Time), Caitlin, we'd love to play some one-on-one with you sometime!