Long Beach native David Mosqueda, the outgoing Mr. LA Leather 2024, talks to THE FIGHT about his foray into the world of leather, sex positivity and how Latinos can be engaged in our spaces BY MARK ARIEL | PHOTO BY Read more
For more details on these events and to purchase tickets please visit www.losangelesleatherpride.com SUNDAY, MARCH 16 THE FIGHT MAGAZINE OFFICIAL LA LEATHER PRIDE GUIDE RELEASE PARTY, 4pm-8pm Eagle LA, 4219 Santa Monica Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90029. Come down to Read more
One couple’s path to parenthood BY MARK ARIEL | PHOTO BY ZIV SADE Two local physicians, Dr. Lissette Gomez (trauma/critical care) and Dr. Brooke Harmssen (hospital/family medicine/emergency medicine), talk to THE FIGHT about their decision to start a family and Read more
Tammuz Family: a surrogacy agency guiding Intended Parents through every step of the process. An interview with CMO Roy Youldous-Raiss When was Tammuz Family established? Tammuz Family was founded in 2008 by Doron Mamet-Meged. What inspired the creation of Tammuz Read more
Attorney General Rob Bonta: “The LGBTQ+ community is and will continue to be protected under a myriad of state laws and California’s constitution.” California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the followed statement last month regarding President Trump’s recent executive order that targets the Read more
Vocal therapist Heather Gross: “Working with my gender-affirming voice clients brought a feeling of alignment and connection” BY ORLY LYONNE Heather Gross, MS CCC-SLP, RYT is a vocal therapist, singing voice specialist, and vocal coach, specializing in gender affirming and Read more
Beverly Hills Egg Donation’s Robyn Perchik on the recruiting and screening process, determining the intended parent(s) criteria and insider tips What exactly is an egg donor agency? Egg donor agencies play a critical role in the journey that some intended Read more
LA LGBT Center: We’ll fight for justice, equality and the dignity of all queerand trans people Following President Trump’s inauguration and declarations of the federal government’s recognition of only two biological sexes and rewriting immigration policies last month, Los Angeles Read more
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
Pride Detox, an affirming addiction treatment center for the LGBTQIA+ community, recently opened in Long Beach. The facility “doesn’t just accept LGBTQ+ folks, it was literally created for LGBTQ+ folks by LGBTQ+ folks,” explains founder and CEO Donna Weinberger in Read more
Brian Falduto’s jingle for singles spending the holidays alone Country music crooner Brian Falduto is bringing a fresh and uplifting perspective to holiday music this season with his first original jingle, “Christmas Solo.” This playful, country-pop tune shines a spotlight Read more
A message from Los Angeles Leather Pride Los Angeles Leather Pride takes place next year, March 23-30, 2025. The theme of the upcoming event is UNITE! Here’s an excerpt for their website: “Join us for UNITE—a gathering of the leather Read more
This is an all-hands-on-deck moment in our history BY RACE BANNON The election is over. LGBTQ voters turned out for Harris in large numbers. It wasn’t enough to counteract the other side’s aggressive campaign of hate and lies. We’re now Read more
Sheryl Lee Ralph receives the Champion Award at GLSEN’s Rise Up LA Benefit GLSEN, the leading education organization dedicated to creating safe and inclusive K-12 schools and learning environments for LGBTQ+ youth, honored Emmy© Award-winning actress Sheryl Lee Ralph (Abbott Read more
Cory B. Savage, the founder of Creative Recovery LA, talks to Mark Ariel about his life experiences, the path to wellness and helping others map out their journey through creativity PHOTO BY ZIV SADE UNIMAGINABLE CHALLENGES Growing up in a Read more
Actor Van Hansis, who came out as gay in THE FIGHT in May 2014, lands role on iconic soap opera Actor Van Hansis has landed a new role on the long-running soap opera General Hospital. Hansis, 43, will play the Read more
