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“Noah’s Arc” Returns: A Timely Revival of Black Queer Storytelling

May 23, 2025May 23, 2025

After nearly two decades, the groundbreaking series Noah’s Arc is finally getting its well-deserved return with a new movie hitting Paramount+ this June, just in time for Pride Month. The show, which fearlessly showcased Black queer love, loss, friendship, and fabulousness Read more

House Republicans Enact Discriminatory Ban on Trans Healthcare. How To FIGHT Back

May 23, 2025May 23, 2025

In a narrow 215-214 vote, House Republicans passed a sweeping domestic policy package early Thursday, explicitly banning federally funded healthcare for transgender individuals of all ages. This legislation, which now moves to the Senate, also significantly cuts Medicaid and restricts Read more

How CALFRESH Helps To Build Healthier Communities

May 23, 2025May 23, 2025

The CalFresh Program, California’s implementation of the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), is administered locally by the Department of Public Social Services (DPSS) to help low-income families and individuals in Los Angeles County stretch their food budgets and put Read more

Governor Newsom Proclaims Harvey Milk Day 2025

May 22, 2025May 22, 2025

Harvey Milk Governor Gavin Newsom today issued a proclamation declaring May 22, 2025, as “Harvey Milk Day.”  

Colton Ford, Award-Winning Gay Adult Film Star, Dies at 62. RIP

May 21, 2025May 21, 2025

Colton Ford in the music video for All My Love Glenn Soukesian, professionally known as Colton Ford within the gay adult film industry, reportedly passed away on Monday, May 19, at the age of 62. Tributes from friends and industry Read more

Gender Wellness Of LA Kicks Of Pride With Transgender “Speed Friending” Event May 31

May 21, 2025May 21, 2025

Gender Wellness of Los Angeles, one of the nation’s leading practices dedicated to gender and sexual orientation-specific mental healthcare, is kicking off LGBTQ+ Pride Month one day early with its first-ever Speed Friending event, a take-off on the popular Speed Read more

City of West Hollywood’s Free WeHo Pride Arts Festival is Happening May 23-25

May 20, 2025May 20, 2025

Each year, the City of West Hollywood celebrates the LGBTQ+ community through the arts with its WeHo Pride Arts Festival. This year, the WeHo Pride Arts Festival will feature theatre, cabaret, music, dance, film, literary arts, art-making workshops, and much Read more

Long Beach Pride 2025 Celebrates Community, Draws Thousands

May 20, 2025May 21, 2025

With the theme “The Power of Community,” Long Beach Pride™ 2025 brought thousands together for a weekend of celebration and visibility on May 17-18. The 42nd Annual Festival turned the city’s waterfront into a vibrant hub of LGBTQ+ pride. Attendees Read more

Cinephobia Releasing Presents “Rent Free” This Pride Month. WATCH!

May 20, 2025May 20, 2025

Scene from “Rent Free” Get ready for “Rent Free,”Fernando Andrés’s festival hit, arriving North America on VOD and digital platforms June 27, courtesy of Cinephobia Releasing. “This film is sure to make an impact,” says Cinephobia President Raymond Murray, praising Read more

LA LGBT Center: Gov Newsom Betrays Queer & Trans Californians With Health Budget Cuts

May 20, 2025May 20, 2025

Following Governor Newsom’s decision to cut over $17 million in dedicated funding for LBTQ+ women and non-binary health programs, the Los Angeles LGBT Center CEO, Joe Hollendoner, issued the following statement:    “The Los Angeles LGBT Center is outraged by Governor Read more

Calvin Klein Features Out Gay Actor Cooper Koch in Underwear and Denim Campaign

May 19, 2025May 19, 2025

Cooper Koch is bringing serious style to Calvin Klein’s latest campaign! The out gay actor, known for his roles in Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Storyand They/Them, makes his CK debut showcasing the brand’s new Icon Cotton Stretch underwear Read more

Billionaire David Geffen Divorces Husband of Under Two Years; No Prenup Reported

May 19, 2025May 19, 2025

(L-R) David Geffen, David Armstrong. Photo: Instagram Less than two years after marrying, billionaire music executive David Geffen, 82, has filed for divorce from his husband, 32-year-old dancer David Armstrong (also known as Donovan Michaels). According to divorce documents obtained Read more

As Rights are Challenged, Millions Expected to Rally for WorldPride in D.C.

May 18, 2025May 18, 2025

As WorldPride descends on D.C., anticipating millions for its Saturday kickoff and coinciding with the 50th anniversary of Capital Pride, the celebration is overshadowed by a stark reality: a renewed assault on LGBTQ+ rights. The Trump administration’s policies, epitomized by Read more

BDSM-Themed “Pillion” Captivates Cannes, Culminating in Skarsgård-Pascal Embrace

May 18, 2025May 18, 2025

Alexander Skarsgård. Photo: Warner Bros Alexander Skarsgård experienced a surge of appreciation at Cannes, receiving an enthusiastic seven-minute standing ovation for his film Pillion. He reciprocated the love by warmly embracing and affectionately kissing Pedro Pascal’s cheek, who was among Read more

Guitarricadelafuente Bares All in “Full Time Papi” Video, Chats with Queerty. WATCH!

May 18, 2025May 18, 2025

Scene from “Full Time Papi” lvaro Lafuente Calvo, known to his fans as the Barcelona-born Guitarricadelafuente, burst onto the indie scene in 2022 with his debut album, La Cantera. This impressive first offering earned him a Latin Grammy nomination, solidifying Read more

Palm Springs Mayer Ron deHarte On The Explosion at American Reproductive Centers

May 18, 2025May 18, 2025

Friends and neighbors in Palm Springs,  My heart is heavy as we grapple with the horrific explosion that occurred [yesterday] outside the American Reproductive Centers.  This act of violence is unforgivable, and I want to be clear: it has no Read more

Fortune 500 Companies with LGBTQ+ Directors Outperform Peers

May 16, 2025May 16, 2025

Research from Northeastern University indicates that Fortune 500 companies with LGBTQ+ representation on their boards demonstrate superior performance in both financial and non-financial areas compared to their counterparts. According to Ruth Aguilera, a professor at Northeastern University, these companies tend Read more

Theo James in White Trunks: Dolce & Gabbana Delivers the Summer Fantasy

May 16, 2025May 16, 2025

Photo Credit: @dolcegabanna_beauty/@dolcegabbana   If your ideal getaway involves sun-drenched shores, shimmering azure waters, and the undeniably handsome Theo James in crisp white swimwear… well, consider your desires exceptionally refined, reports Instinct magazine.   Fortunately, Dolce & Gabbana’s breathtaking new Read more

Finding His True Self: The Emotional Journey of a Gay North Korean Defector.  WATCH!

May 16, 2025May 16, 2025

The poignant new South Korean drama 3670 delves into the profound impact of living within restrictive borders, highlighting the liberation that comes with breaking free. At its heart is Cheol-jun (portrayed with captivating nuance by Youhyun Cho), a handsome young man Read more

Mean Goals: A Hilarious, Queer Soccer Story Kicks Off in West Hollywood. WATCH!

May 6, 2025May 6, 2025

Scene from “Mean Goals” While gay rom-coms have become more common and queer sports movies have emerged, a truly hilarious, gay-centered sports comedy remains a coveted cinematic goal, especially one set right here in West Hollywood, reports Queerty. We fondly Read more

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  • 1 Apr 2025

Off Sunset Founders (L-R): Don MIke, Ruben Zambrano, David LeBarron, Charlie Matula, Hunter Fox, Vince Quattrocchi, Justin David,...

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  • 2 Mar 2025

Long Beach native David Mosqueda, the outgoing Mr. LA Leather 2024, talks to THE FIGHT about his foray...

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  • 2 Feb 2025

One couple’s path to parenthood BY MARK ARIEL  |  PHOTO BY ZIV SADE Two local physicians, Dr. Lissette...

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  • 31 Dec 2024

Singer, model, actor and fashion designer On Mekahel on receiving death threats, his inspiration to pursue a singing...

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  • 6 Dec 2024

L-R: Jaki Neering, LCSW-QS, Clinical Supervisor; Donna Weinberger, CEO & Founder, Mia Amigon, LVN Pride Detox, an affirming...

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  • 6 Oct 2024

(L-R) Composer Greg Maloney, Cory B. Savage, Michael Pezzullo, LMFT Cory B. Savage, the founder of Creative Recovery...

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  • 4 Sep 2024

Rainbow Hill’s Joey Bachrach launches Big Little Bows, a non-profit mentorship program for 15-17 year olds on the...

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  • 6 Aug 2024

Greg Wilson interviews the West Coast Mother of Gorgeous Gucci, The Icon Mother Devine. The House of Gorgeous...

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  • 5 Jul 2024

Tristan Schukraft Move over David Geffen. It’s time to meet the world’s newest gay business mogul: Tristan Schukraft...

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