Singer, model, actor and fashion designer On Mekahel on receiving death threats, his inspiration to pursue a singing career and how his online persona differs from his true self BY MARK ARIEL | PHOTO BY CHRIS MARTIN On Mekahel, an Read more
Gay officer sues California city for discrimination A police officer in Oceanside has sued the city, claiming he suffered discrimination and harassment from fellow officers after they found out he was gay and retaliated when he reported it. He also said Read more
Tips to navigate this new year’s stressful political environment while prioritizing your safety and well-being BY ORLY LYONNE PRIORITIZE SELF-CARE Mental Health Schedule regular therapy sessions, explore mindfulness practices (meditation, journaling), and connect with LGBTQ+ support groups. Physical Health Commit Read more
Los Angeles Blade publisher Troy Masters dead at 63. RIP BY MARK ARIEL Troy Masters, a prominent figure in LGBTQ+ media and the founding publisher of the Los Angeles Blade, passed away last month at the age of 63. THE Read more
EAGLE LA HOLIDAY TOY DRIVE Benefiting Children’s Hospital LA, the Eagle LA and The Regiment of the Black and Tans’ presented their 51st Annual Toast to the Season last month with Sexy Santa Pete! PHOTOS BY MOTORBOOT PHOTOGRAPHY
AIDS MEMORIAL QUILT DISPLAYED AT THE WHITE HOUSE FOR THE FIRST TIME Joe Biden made history on World AIDS Day on December 1 by being the first president to display panels of the AIDS Memorial Quilt on the White House’s Read more
Jeff Hiller and Bridget Everett in “Somebody Somewhere.” HBO NBC News recently posted 10 queer shows that got viewers talking in 2024. One of them was HBO’s “Somebody, Somewhere.” After a brilliant three-season run, the beloved HBO series starring Bridget Everett, Jeff Read more
Rebel Wilson and her wife Ramona Agruma returned to the altar to have their “legal wedding,” reports Gay Times. On 28 December, the Pitch Perfect star announced the exciting news in a heartfelt post on Instagram. “My sister Liberty officiated our legal Read more
We know you’re busy living your best lives – fabulous parties, decadent brunches, and nights out that go long. But let’s be real, gay, bisexual, and transgender men face a higher risk of heart attacks and heart failure, and honestly, Read more
A ban on outing LGBTQ students – is just one of the California laws that will go into effect in 2025, reports the Santa Cruz Sentinel. Public school employees won’t be able to disclose a student’s gender identity or sexual Read more
The Boyfriend cast (Photo Credit: Netflix) Celebrated for its genuine portrayal of romance and friendship among young men, the breakout Japanese reality series The Boyfriend has been renewed for a second season. Season 1, which premiered on July 9, won Read more
Photo: Emmett Brock A deputy sheriff in Los Angeles has pleaded guilty to assaulting a transgender man and violating his federal civil rights, reports the Advocate. Joseph Benza III, 36, was charged last week with one felony count of deprivation of rights for an Read more
Actor Jermelle Simon, who came out as gay on National Coming Out Day in October, has posted some sexy photos from The Upshaws to promote the sixth season of the show, reports Queery. Netflix recently dropped a trailer and revealed Read more
Former Los Angeles Police Department officer Mitch Grobeson, believed to be the first openly gay member of the force, was arrested in West Hollywood on Sunday, December 8, 2024, and charged with assault with a deadly weapon. He was held at Read more
Carl Nassib, the first out gay active player in the NFL, has joined the board of directors for The Trevor Project, the nation’s leading suicide prevention organization for LGBTQ+ young people, reports the Advocate. The announcement, made Friday, comes amid a challenging time Read more
Troy Masters, publisher of the Los Angeles Blade, died unexpectedly on Wednesday Dec. 11, according to a family member. The cause of death was not immediately released. Masters is a well-respected and award-winning journalist and publisher with decades of experience, Read more
Kick-off the holiday season at WINTER FEST in the heart of DTLA! • Explore over 60 queer vendors, artists and creators offering unique and handcrafted products. • Read more
