Queerty Crossword: Dec. 27, 2024

‘Cher: The Memoir Part One’By Cherc.2024, Dey St.$36/413 pages

Golden Girls for the zillionth time), don’t worry. We watched everything LGBTQ+-adjacent this year — some of them more than once! — and compiled a jam-packed list of 2024’s culture-making TV moments, from the hot to the heartwarming. Light spoilers to follow!Put down the remote and dive into the 15 biggest queer TV moments from the past year.buck and eddie not uttering a single word to each other in an episode literally titled CONFESSIONS, and even when you expect them to have a conversation, they don't.

Welcome back to our queer film retrospective, “A Gay Old Time.” In this week’s column, we’re ringing in 2025 a little early with 1995’s New Year’s Eve-set dark comedy, Four Rooms.New Year’s Eve is perhaps one of the most versatile holidays we have. There is no right or wrong way to celebrate it: in the middle of a crowded dance floor, in an intimate gathering with friends and family, alone with your partner watching a movie, stargazing on a camping trip, or calling in an early night by yourself.

Madonna‘s Celebration Tour wrapped, an Olympic pole vaulter caught our attention, and Troye Sivan and Charli XCX dominated the summer?Plus, there was a big change to Queer Eye‘s Fab Five, David Corenswet became the new Superman, and bottoms got “mad respect.” Oh, and how could we forget Wicked consuming our every waking thought?Honestly, 2024 gave us a lot to fixate over, and we couldn’t bid the year farewell without one more yap sesh about it. For the last time this year, here are 10 things we were obsessed with in 2024. I spent all year telling anyone who would listen, “I knew Chappell Roan before she was cool.” (Ask Spotify Wrapped, “My Kink is Karma” was my top-played song in 2022.) Still, I could’ve never predicted how much the queer singer’s star would rise, thanks to Coachella, VMA wins, Grammy nominations and a little song called “Good Luck, Babe.”Part of me wishes I could still gatekeep Roan’s unique and unabashedly gay tunes and remarkable debut album, The Rise and Fall of a Midwestern Princess.

Chicago’s Santa Speedo Run brought the heat to the streets, Madonna got back in the studio, and Pet Shop Boys revealed the true meaning behind gay anthem “It’s a Sin.” Here’s what happened on Instagram:Aydian Dowling rinsed off.A post shared by Aydian Dowling (@alionsfear)Louis Verdi met a new friend.A post shared by Louis Verdi (@louisverdi)Antony Tran snapped a selfie.A post shared by antony (@antonytran)Clayton Paterson took a dip.A post shared by Clayton Paterson (@claytonpaterson)Luis Suarez made a toast.A post shared by (@gaylatinotrainer)Garrett Swann combed his hair.A post shared by Garrett Swann (@thegarrettswann)Gus Kenworthy laughed.A post shared by gus kenworthy (@guskenworthy)Nieri showed his blond ambitionA post shared by NIERI (@thisisnieri)Robbie Manson sprawled out.A post shared by Robbie Manson (@robbie_manson)Franco Noriega got some sun.A post shared by Franco Noriega (@franconorhal)Greg Scarnici kept it golden.A post shared by Greg Scarnici (@gregscarnici)Taylor Stilson decked the halls.A post shared by Taylor Stilson (@taylor.stilson)Piero Martínez showed off.A post shared by Piero Martinez (@pieromg)Jacob Artist dropped a new track.A post shared by Jacob (@jacobartist)Luke Cook watered the lawn.A post shared by Taylor Miller (@taylormillerphoto)Joel Wieneke walked the beach.A post shared by Joel Wieneke (@green.joel)Ross Hull stayed in the Philippines.A post shared by Ross Hull (@thatguyrossh)Omar Ahmed tested the waters.A post shared by Omar Ahmed (@omarahmed.co)Flavio Valabrega went for a run.A post shared by Flavio Valabrega (@flaviohikes)Mark Zarb stayed warm.A post shared by Mark Zarb (@zarbmark)Rubby wore white.A post shared by Rubby (@rubbyvalentin)Nick Adams dressed up.A post shared by NICK ADAMS (@thenickadams)River Viiperi flexed.A post shared by RIVER VIIPERI (@riverviiperi)Ronnie Woo ordered pizza.A post shared by Ronnie Woo (@ronniecwoo)And Dylan Efron made a friend.A post shared by Dylan Efron (@dylanefron)Don't forget to share:

Nestled in the Wasatch Mountains of Utah, Park City is a gem for outdoor enthusiasts, history buffs, and those seeking a world-class dining and relaxation experience. Originally a silver mining town, it has evolved into one of the most popular destinations in the United States, offering not just world-class ski resorts and summer outdoor activities, but also a rich blend of culture, fine dining, and leisure. Whether you are planning a winter getaway, visiting the renowned Sundance Film Festival, or just a weekend escape, Park City offers something for everyone. Among the many things that make it a premier destination are events like the Park City Wine Fest.

pined over Gladiator II actors, a Reddit user gazed upon the sculpted visages of real-life Roman Empire figures. And in a recent post on the r/askgaybros forum, we have the results: a chart showing dozens of Roman emperors, ranked by the OP’s appraisal of their hotness.This intrepid Redditor sorted the emperors into several tiers: Stay Far Away From Me, Ugly, Mediocre, Cute, Hot, Apollo Himself, and Caligula Tier.

It’s uncommon for a columnist in any publication to write about navigating friendships, but I feel the need to talk about navigating male friendships as a transgender man. In doing so, I will highlight what is wrong with men these days — and what is not wrong — and I can pinpoint various areas where masculinity still remains toxic, and areas where it doesn’t.

married and divorced within a year, during which she discovered she was gay after four months. Sian Howells (@sian.samantha), 31, a yoga teacher, shared her experience on TikTok, amassing 69,200 views and 1,767 likes.After watching the series Rich Holiday, Poor Holiday, where pairs of families from different financial backgrounds swap vacation experiences, Howells and her ex-partner decided to apply on a whim.She told Newsweek: "A week later we were being flown to Hvar, Croatia.