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NBA Trailblazer Jason Collins, First Openly Gay Active Player, Dies at 47. RIP

May 13, 2026May 13, 2026

The community is mourning the loss of Jason Collins, the pioneering NBA center who died Tuesday at age 47 following a valiant battle with Stage 4 glioblastoma. A California native, Collins made history in 2013 when he became the first Read more

“Heated Rivalry” Musical Parody Hits the Stage Tonight

May 12, 2026May 12, 2026

Jay Armstrong Johnson and Jimin Moon. Photo credit: Marc J. Franklin Following a string of high-energy, sold-out concert engagements that left audiences clamoring for more, Heated Rivalry: The Unauthorized Musical Parody officially makes the leap to a fully staged Off-Broadway production.  Read more

The Single Infusion Set to Revolutionize HIV Treatment

May 12, 2026May 12, 2026

Recent reporting from The New York Times highlights a potential paradigm shift in HIV treatment: a single infusion of broadly neutralizing antibodies (bNAbs) that could suppress the virus for years. By targeting stable regions of the virus and stimulating the body’s Read more

Matt Bomer Joins Eddie Redmayne in “The Day of the Jackal” Season 2

May 11, 2026May 11, 2026

Matt Bomer in “Fellow Travelers.” Photo: Showtime Matt Bomer (Fellow Travelers, Outcome) has officially joined the second season of the Peacock and Sky spy thriller The Day of the Jackal. Bomer is set for a major recurring role where he will star opposite Read more

Rami Malek Stars in Ira Sachs’ Gay Musical Drama “The Man I Love”

May 10, 2026May 10, 2026

Scene from “The Man I Love.” Photo: MK2 Films / WME Independent   Directed by Ira Sachs and set to premiere at the 79th Cannes Film Festival on May 20, 2026, The Man I Love is a poignant drama set in Read more

Celebrating the Fabric of Community: 2026 Pride Reception in Oceanside

May 9, 2026May 9, 2026

The North County LGBTQ Resource Center will host its annual Pride Reception on May 16, 2026, at 5:00 PM at 1919 Apple Street in Oceanside. Now in its 19th year, this event serves as an intentional gathering to celebrate the Read more

The End of WeHo’s Holloway Motel and the Story of Tony Powell. WATCH!

May 8, 2026May 8, 2026

Tony Powell, “The Last Guest Of The Holloway Motel” The documentary The Last Guest Of The Holloway Motel by filmmaking duo Nicholas Freeman and Ramiel Petros offers a poignant look at the intersection of sports history and the evolution of West Hollywood. Read more

Dolly Parton Shares Candid Health Update After Canceling Vegas Shows

May 7, 2026May 7, 2026

Country music icon Dolly Parton recently shared a reassuring health update while explaining the difficult decision to cancel her highly anticipated Las Vegas residency at Caesars Palace. The 80-year-old legend, who has been navigating a year of significant personal milestones Read more

Alberta’s Exit from Canada: The Hidden Cost for Marginalized Rights

May 7, 2026May 7, 2026

As Alberta approaches a high-stakes referendum on separation from Canada in 2026, the province’s LGBTQIA+ community is bracing for what advocates describe as a seismic shift in human rights protections. While the “Free Alberta” movement anchors its platform on economic Read more

Gay Man Reunites with Husband After 150-Day ICE Ordeal

May 7, 2026May 7, 2026

Allan Michael Marrero kisses husband, Matthew, at a press conference celebrating his release from ICE detention after 150 days | Screenshot After enduring 150 days in ICE detention, Allan Michael Marrero celebrated his return to freedom alongside his husband, Matthew, Read more

Wednesday’s Hunter Doohan Takes Center Stage in New “Evil Dead Burn” Trailer. WATCH!

May 6, 2026May 6, 2026

Hunter Doohan. Photo Credit: Calvin Klein The latest trailer for the upcoming Evil Dead installment has arrived, featuring a standout performance from Hunter Doohan. The out gay actor, who gained massive popularity for his role in Wednesday, now steps into the Read more

Must They Come Out? The “Heated Rivalry” Casting Debate

May 5, 2026May 5, 2026

Connor Storrie, Hudson Williams. Scene from “Heated Rivalry” The debate over casting an adaptation of Rachel Reid’s Heated Rivalry reflects a deep industry divide between the push for authentic representation and the fundamental right to personal privacy. On one side, advocates Read more

Digital Exorcism: New Mobile Carrier Vows to Purge LGBTQ+ Content from the Airwaves

May 4, 2026May 4, 2026

Radiant Mobile has officially entered the chat, and apparently, they’ve brought a digital exorcist with them. The new cellular provider is making waves by promising to be the first U.S. network to offer a “Jesus-centric” signal – which is a Read more

Tom Holland and Tom Daley Connect Over Crochet in Sherman Oaks

May 4, 2026May 4, 2026

Tom Holland, Tom Daley. Photo Credit: @tomdaley Tom Daley and Tom Holland provided a modern contrast to the formal diplomacy of King Charles III’s 2026 U.S. state visit, highlighting British cultural influence across the country. While the King conducted high-level Read more

Sony Seeks New Home for “Boots” Following Netflix Cancellation

May 3, 2026May 3, 2026

Scene from “Boots” While Netflix officially canceled Boots (the military coming-of-age drama based on the memoir The Pink Marine by Greg Cope White) in late 2025, the series remains viable because it is owned by Sony Pictures Television rather than Netflix’s in-house studio. Read more

Juice: A Surreal, Sincere Dive Into Modern Chaos, Now Streaming in the USA. WATCH!

May 1, 2026May 1, 2026

Mawaan Rizwan, Russell Tovey, in “Juice.” Photo: Liam Daniel/BBC The British gay comedy series Juice is currently streaming in the U.S. on WOW Presents Plus, Kanopy and, as of this month, for free on Tubi. Created by and starring Mawaan Rizwan, the series Read more

Why Conrad Ricamora Was Cut from “The Devil Wears Prada 2”

April 30, 2026April 30, 2026

Conrad Ricamora, “Fire Island.” Photo: Searchlight Pictures/Hulu Conrad Ricamora’s role in The Devil Wears Prada 2 was cut following test screenings where audiences questioned why Andy Sachs (Anne Hathaway), now a successful veteran journalist in her 40s, would still have a Read more

The Weight of Silence: How “Half Man” Explores Gay Identity in a Violent World. WATCH!

April 30, 2026April 30, 2026

Jamie Bell and Richard Gadd in ‘Half Man’ Courtesy of Anne Binckebanck / HBO   Driven by Niall’s intense closeted panic, HBO Max’s Half Man (2026) is a brutal exploration of a man struggling to reconcile his gay identity with a hyper-masculine, Read more

CANDIACE Joins Star-Studded Lineup for LA Pride 2026 Pride Village

April 30, 2026April 30, 2026

Christopher Street West (CSW) has announced that multi-hyphenate talent CANDIACE (Candiace Dillard Bassett) will join the performance lineup for LA Pride 2026’s Pride Village on Sunday, June 14. Known for her roles on The Real Housewives of Potomac and The Traitors, the Billboard-charting Read more

Five-Octave Vocalist Jamie Hannah Fuses Opera and Pop in New Single “Oblivion”

April 30, 2026April 30, 2026

British singer-songwriter Jamie Hannah announces his new single, “Oblivion,” out May 1. The track serves as the lead release from his highly anticipated EP arriving later this year, which features collaborations with industry titans like Diane Warren and Christopher Braide. Read more


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