The history of ‘coming out,’ from secret gay code to popular political protest

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estimates she lost $10 million in endorsements after she was outed in 1981, while Billie Jean King says she lost all of her endorsements in just 24 hours. Subscribe to our newsletter for a refreshing cocktail (or mocktail) of LGBTQ+ entertainment and pop culture, served up with a side of eye-candy.Trailblazers like Navratilova and King paved the way for icons like Taurasi, who’s unapologetically herself. Seven years ago, she married former teammate Penny Taylor, and they have two wonderful children together: 2-year-old Isla and 6-year-old Leo.As Taurasi weighs her future as a WNBA player, she’s happy settling into a role she’ll play for the rest of her life: Mom!A post shared by diana taurasi (@dianataurasi)With the offseason just beginning, Queerty recently caught up with the future Hall of Famer to chat about the WNBA’s surging popularity, how she stays cool with the game on the line and her queer superpower. Here’s what she had to say…A post shared by diana taurasi (@dianataurasi)A post shared by diana taurasi (@dianataurasi)A post shared by diana taurasi (@dianataurasi)QUEERTY: We’re wrapping up LGBTQ+ History Month. Who are your LGBTQ+ role models in sports?DIANA TAURASI: When people ask me that question, there’s only one answer for me, and that’s Martina Navratilova.

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! As we honor our Hispanic siblings, we honor the rich, diverse cultures and histories that contribute to our vibrant communities. This month is a powerful reminder of the strength found in our shared experiences and the importance of embracing all aspects of our identities. For LGBTQ+ individuals within the Hispanic community, it’s a time to recognize the unique intersections of culture and identity that shape their experiences and contributions.

Dan Benson just used his magic wand to cast a giant “IDGAF” spell.The Disney actor turned OnlyFans star already knew he wouldn’t be getting a call for Wizards Beyond Waverly Place, a reboot of the late-2000’s kids series which premiered earlier this week.Still, the internet’s ass play-loving boyfriend didn’t appreciate the shade when his name was brought up by former co-star David Henrie, whose character Justin Russo leads the new iteration.Subscribe to our newsletter for your front-row seat to all things entertainment with a sprinkle of everything else queer.It all started with a video interview on — where else? — BuzzFeed.Watch.David Henrie shaded Dan benson ( Zeke ) because of his new career path ? ? #WizardsOfWaverlyPlace place #WizardsBeyondWaverlyPlace pic.twitter.com/p1PjDs1byyIn the clip, Henrie and his co-stars are asked which recurring character from the original series should make a guest appearance.Upon noticing Benson’s Zeke Beakerman, Henrie quipped: “I can’t believe you guys put one of these people on here. Millennials understand that.”After the shady interview went viral, Benson hit the comments with his own dig.“David Henrie can suck my d*ck,” he wrote.

Skatepark New Wave houdt na morgen op te bestaan. Op plek van het skatepark in Zuidoost, dat begin vorig jaar werd gestart voor skaters die vrouw of queer zijn, wordt herontwikkeld voor woningbouw.