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As anyone who’s spent time living in New Orleans can tell you, Mardi Gras is far from the only party in town.In fact, if you’re looking for something much more queer and colorful (and fun), you simply can’t miss the legendary Southern Decadence, a six-day celebration of identity and “gender f*ckery” that showcases the full diversity of arts and culture in the historic Louisiana city, culminating in a raucous parade through the French Quarter every Labor Day. “If you’re not a part of this weekend, you’re not a part of living here.”For nearly fifty years, Southern Decadence has kept the party going, warmly welcoming the broader LGBTQ community to join in on the festivities while carving out space for queer artists of color in particular.

Ukraine’s armed forces and learnt how to fight to stop Russia ‘destroying their culture’. Oleksandr Zhuhan used to work in the theatre with his partner Antonina Romanova, both 37, before the war.

Zack Sharf Colton Haynes was a series regular on the MTV supernatural drama series “Teen Wolf” for two seasons, but the actor reveals in his new memoir, “Miss Memory Lane,” that he almost didn’t get cast in the role of Jackson Whittemore. According to Haynes, the head of MTV at the time didn’t want to hire him because of the gay-themed XY Magazine photo shoot he did as a teenager years before the show.Haynes writes in his memoir that his manager told him (via Entertainment Weekly), “Look what almost happened, Colton.

It looks like Jada Pinkett Smith is finally ready to start addressing the incident that went down at this year’s Oscars between Will Smith and Chris Rock.

Supports SF Pride board's decisionI'm writing to state that I'm 100% behind the board of San Francisco Pride in its decision to ban the police from marching in uniform ["LGBTQ first responders won't march in SF Pride parade," online, May 23]. As a queer man with significant disabilities, the police do not make me feel safer in my community.

The Bay Area Reporter won third place for general excellence in its category in the recent California News Publishers Association awards.The awards, for articles published in 2021 and announced last week via CNPA's Twitter feed, cited the B.A.R. in the weeklies category for papers with circulations between 11,001 and 25,000. Publisher Michael Yamashita, news editor Cynthia Laird, assistant editor Matthew S. Bajko, former assistant editor John Ferrannini, arts editor Jim Provenzano, art director Max Leger, and production designer Ernesto Sopprani were credited.The two winning issues were published in September 2021."I'm very proud of our entire team for their dedication and hard work, which are required to produce the Bay Area Reporter," Yamashita stated. "It's gratifying to be designated by our professional peers for this recognition."The San Francisco Business Times took first place; the B.A.R. was the only LGBTQ publication among the five winners.

Richmond Rainbow Pride will hold a virtual Pride celebration Sunday, June 5, beginning at noon on Twitch.Baron Lorde Valentine and Baroness Princess Monet Sparkle will host the event, the theme of which is "Infinite Pride." Scheduled performers include the Oakland Gay Men's Chorus, the Rebel Kings of Oakland, Kippy Marks, Santana Romero, Septimius the Great, Viva Commotion, and Be Stedwell.For more information, click here. The Twitch channel is here.

You would think that discussing a group of people who have literally hacked the code of their own bodies to present in their correct gender would be pretty fantastic, but transgender people are remarkably mundane. For the most part, we simply want to be left alone to live our lives as we ought to.For some, however, the idea of people choosing to transition is somehow a great fear, one that they need to blow up to titanic proportions.

In February 2022, I was elected as your assessor-recorder and I am honored to represent and serve you. My office plays an important role in our city, typically generating over $3.6 billion in property tax revenue and providing over 33% of San Francisco's General Fund budget.

Of the three gay men and one lesbian seen as the most viable non-incumbent candidates vying for U.S. House seats in the West Coast, all but one are facing tough roads to victory this year.

San Francisco safety officers Captain Stephen Tilton (sheriff's department), Officer Kathryn Winters (police department), Lieutenant Jonathan Baxter (fire department), and Undersheriff Joseph Engler and Chief Deputy Kevin Fisher-Paulson (sheriff's department) stood outside San Francisco County Jail #3 in San Bruno June 1 after raising the rainbow flag. This is the second year the sheriff's department has raised the Pride flag, and this year officials invited their colleagues from the police and fire departments in solidarity against the uniform ban instituted by the San Francisco Pride board for the June 26 parade.Help keep the Bay Area Reporter going in these tough times. To support local, independent, LGBTQ journalism, consider becoming a BAR member.

So far in her proposed two-year budget that she released Wednesday, San Francisco Mayor London Breed has specified nearly $10 million for LGBTQs. Over half of that money, $6.5 million, is slated for programs that Breed says will end trans homelessness in the city by 2027. The remaining $3 million will go toward HIV prevention with the goal of reducing new infections.

San Francisco's Excelsior district is one of the more conservative areas of the city — not always welcoming to LGBTQ residents But that is starting to change. This Saturday, the neighborhood will hold its inaugural PridExcelsior party to kick off Pride Month.It was the neighborhood of Dan White, who served on the Board of Supervisors at the time and represented the district until his resignation. It was after he sought his job back that November and was rebuffed by mayor George Moscone that White assassinated both the mayor and San Francisco supervisor Harvey Milk, the first gay man elected to office in California. (White died by suicide in 1985.)Today, the Excelsior district boasts some of the city's most diverse demographics, a place where Filipino markets, a Chinese hospital, and a tortilla shop are just some of the many eclectic businesses that dot a 2.2-mile commercial district. While some Excelsior business owners are eager to support the LGBTQ community, there's a tacit understanding that the neighborhood's first-ever official Pride event is a big step, no matter how much the neighborhood has changed.

The lack of affordable housing throughout the Bay Area remains one of the most pressing issues impacting the region. Should the three out candidates for supervisor seats in Alameda, Contra Costa, and San Mateo counties be elected, they plan to advance various proposals to address their jurisdictions' housing needs, from building more units near transit stations to backing developments aimed at LGBTQ seniors.The trio of supervisorial candidates laid out their plans in the questionnaires the Bay Area Reporter sent them, which also asked them how they would protect tenants unable to pay their rent during the COVID-19 pandemic from being evicted.

Aunjanue Ellis has been open about her sexuality for decades, but when asked why her personal life has rarely been in the media, the 53-year-old actress pointed out that «nobody asked.» In a candid interview with , the  actress recalled walking down the red carpet at the Essence Black Women in Hollywood Awards in March with the word «Queer» emblazoned on the left arm of her red-hot Dolce & Gabbana suit jacket. But nobody on the press line or inside the event ever asked her about it.«I was thinking, 'Why didn’t more people pay attention to that?' And I was like, they probably thought it said 'Queen,'» Ellis told the outlet, laughing.

Get loud and proud! Saks OFF 5TH has partnered with The Phluid Phoundation in honor of Pride Month — and it’s safe to say that June is bound to be one of the most stylish months of the year!

Lynda Carter is speaking out in support of her famous superhero role.

way back — all the way to the very beginning. That’s why The Book of Queer, a five-episode docuseries which highlights some of our most important histories (with plenty of laughs and some musical numbers, because of course) is not to be missed.It’s the importance of celebrating and knowing our history that initially drew in Dominique Jackson, who narrates the final episode of the project, in the first place. “This is not only for the young, it’s for everyone, it educates on a universal scale.

Whether they began their careers as their gorgeously realized, queer selves or found the courage to come out after becoming known entities, one thing is crystal clear: Living authentically makes for some powerful art. That may sound obvious, but for too long — and even still today — musicians have faced pressure to stay in the closet if they want to “make it.” Thank goddess these artists chose the other path, embracing who they are and spreading queer joy to audiences around the world.To kick off Pride month, and just because we’ll never stop stanning creators whose drive to succeed doesn’t keep them from fully expressing themselves, here are five music videos that champion the LGBTQ experience.Years & Years frontman Olly Alexander came out publicly as gay in March 2015, just before the release of his debut album Communion.

The L.G.B.T.Q. community and its allies will celebrate Pride across the New York region this June on city streets and in parks, theaters, museums and clubs — in other words, events are almost back to normal this year. Venues might still require masks and proof of vaccination, and it’s not a bad idea to check websites ahead of time in case events change because of rising Covid rates.

Miguel Mejia arrived at the Port Authority Bus Terminal on a warm summer evening eight years ago with plans to get a fresh tattoo in New Jersey. Before catching his bus, he made what he thought would be a quick stop at the men’s restroom. But at the urinal, Mr.

Military.com reports. Drag performer Stacey Teed was set to do the reading.

Aunjanue Ellis is getting candid about her sexuality.

The Washington Post where she said she was “a public figure representing domestic abuse,” without naming Depp.Heard claimed Depp physically and sexually abused her. She filed a counterclaim against Depp for $100 million after his lawyer said her allegations against him were fake, notes the Associated Press.The jury awarded Depp $15 million. Heard was awarded $2 million.Over the past six weeks, the jury has heard details about the couple’s marriage and has heard more than 100 hours of testimony.Heard testified that Depp had assaulted her over 10 times.

in Colombia for his services.“Do you know anything about an effort to — I’m going to call it — poison Phil or give him unknown substances?” Collins’ attorney Jeffrey Fisher asked Pala in a deposition.Pala replied: “I heard about Mrs Collins ask another employee of the house to do some kind of magical things and pay for the services, and in return, put some substances in white wine for Mr. Phil Collins … It’s like how you believe in black magic from Colombia, whatever you want to call it.”Pala, who never discussed the situation with Cevey, said he heard about the alleged plans from Cevey’s former personal assistantAsked what Cevey was trying to do by “putting this black magic on Phil,” Pala said: “Maybe trying to empower herself over him.” It’s not clear whether Cevey ever received any substances from her Colombian contact.

Liberal lightning rod Susan Sarandon has been trending all day on Twitter after people started resharing an interview Mary Trump gave last month to the MeidasTouch Podcast, during which she called the actress a “complete idiot” and a “moron” for suggesting it was pointless to vote for Democrats.“She’s a complete idiot,” Trump said. “She doesn’t know what she’s talking about, and if anybody can say with a straight face that the Democrats are the problem, I don’t know what to tell them.”“She was pretty decent in a couple of movies a couple of decades ago, but politically she’s a moron.”Mary Trump is the finest Hammer EVER made!'Why?", you may ask.Well, because she "NAILS IT". Every.

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Gaysians are having what is hopefully more than a moment in the spotlight. After decades of not seeing queer Asian Americans in big, splashy roles, Fire Island, from writer and star Joel Kim Booster and director Andrew Ahn, hit me like a boozy punch at an afternoon tea dance.

a “Woke Heat Map” where people can “expose the insane actions of the radical Left … from Critical Race Theory to grooming toddlers with sexually explicit books.”The map, which lists specific schools and classes, could be used to inspire threats and violence against diversity advocates and LGBTQ allies. The map was released shortly after one of the worst mass school shootings in history.Related: Right-wing nut Christians at the Liberty Alliance thinks this fish will stop LGBTQ progressivesThe group’s map encourages people to report any “woke efforts” currently happening across the state.

Happy birthday, Tom Holland! It’s hard to believe our beloved spider-twink has grown into a perfectly respectable spider-twunk before our very eyes, but we love to see it. Even more, we’ve loved seeing every fun, fascinating, and occasionally fruitful moment along the way.

Taylor Zakhar Perez got cast in one of the most awaited movies of the year. The 30-year-old actor is starring in “Red, White, and Royal Blue,” a new Amazon romantic comedy based on the best-selling novel. Zakhar will star as Alex Claremont-Diaz, a bisexual Latino, who also happens to be the son of the President of the United States.Zendaya tops Time 100’s Most Influential People of 2022Zendaya looks sophisticated and chic with new haircut on the set of ‘Challengers’A post shared by TAYLOR ZAKHAR PEREZ (@taylorzakharperez)“Red, White and Royal Blue” was a groundbreaking success when it was first released in 2019.

San Francisco Mayor London Breed has budgeted $35,000 in her two-year budget proposal to launch a drag laureate position for the city. A selection committee will help recommend drag performers for her to choose from for the post, with the inaugural person likely named sometime in October during LGBTQ History Month.Exact details on the selection process, responsibilities of the drag laureate, and the duration of their reign are still to be worked out.

Elliot Page is opening up about what it was like for him after he announced coming out as transgender. In an interview with, the star was asked what the reaction was like to his transition when he made the announcement back in December 2020.The 35-year-old actor said he didn't expect the news «to be so big» but «in terms of the actual quality of the response, it was actually what» he expected.«Love and support from so many people and hatred and cruelty and vitriol from so many others,» he told the men's magazine. «I came out as gay in 2014, and it's different.

using LGBTQ+ flashcards in her classroom (the teacher has since resigned from her position following pushback from a parent).“A North Carolina preschool is using LGBT flag flashcards with a pregnant man to teach kids colors,” wrote the Colorado congresswoman. But she wasn’t done — she also name-checked queer musician and comedian Randy Rainbow.

“King Richard” star Aunjanue Ellis has a very simple explanation for why she has not publicly discussed her sexuality: it never came up.

Two weeks before the final episode of The Ellen Degeneres Show, comedian Jerrod Carmichael appeared on the program to talk about his latest special Rothaniel, in which he came out as gay, and the response he’s received since. At-home viewers also saw Carmichael thank Ellen for coming out when she did, explaining how her courage directly impacted him.Ellen’s studio audience also witnessed one joke that never made it to air. In a recent interview on Showtime’s Desus & Mero, Carmichael revealed the joke — well, the punchline at least — that was apparently too much for the daytime NBC crowd.

Red, White & Royal Blue, the across-the-pond LGBTQ rom-com that had audiences swooning when it hit shelves in 2019 and went on to become a New York Times best-seller.Now, Red, White & Royal Blue has us swooning all over again with the official casting announcement for its film adaptation, with hunky actors Taylor Zakhar Perez and Nicholas Galitzine stepping into the lead roles.Perez will star as Alex Claremont-Diaz, the charismatic “First Son” of the White House, making the most of his time in the public eye now that his mother is President. Galitzine steps into the role of U.K.

GayCities sat down with Gaby in the restaurant’s stylish yet unpretentious concrete dining room to talk about being out in the workplace, the secrets to recipes, honing her craft with award-winning chef Gary Danko, and where she eats when she’s not in the kitchen herself.Gaby’s tasting menu of small plates blends her Hawaiian roots with California’s abundance of fresh produce and game. She strives to create a “whimsical and fun” aura in every dish, each as tasty as the next.

King Richard, has come out as bisexual.Ellis was already out to family, friends, and colleagues, she told Variety in an exclusive interview. “The way that I live my life, around the people that I live my life around, I am public about it,” she said.

using LGBTQ+ flashcards in her classroom (the teacher has since resigned from her position following pushback from a parent).“A North Carolina preschool is using LGBT flag flashcards with a pregnant man to teach kids colors,” wrote the Colorado congresswoman. But she wasn’t done — she also name-checked queer musician and comedian Randy Rainbow.

Lambda Legal this week filed an EEOC complaint against Dallas Arboretum and Botanical Society, Inc. on behalf of David Jeffcoat, a former employee who said he was fired after his bosses at the Aboretum found out he was gay.

U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) kicked off LGBTQ Pride month Wednesday morning claiming President Joe Biden has a “radical” LGBTQ policy and will cut off federal funding to schools that refuse to follow it.“Biden will be cutting off Pell Grants,school lunches & billions of other federal education dollars to any school or college that refuses to follow his new & radical transgender & LGBT policies,” Sen.

Vivi Rincon is making her big debut, and we want Just Jared readers to exclusively get to know the rising star better.

Marc Malkin Senior Film Awards, Events & Lifestyle EditorHappy Pride Month! From concert stages and parades to film screenings and premieres, queer celebrations are here, there and everywhere.June 1, WednesdayGottmik x Violet Chachki perform at the premiere of the docuseries “The Book of Queer.” Heart WeHo, West HollywoodJune 2, Thursday Beverly Hills Pride Night is hosted by Tolliver and KCRW’s Novena Carmel.Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts, Beverly HillsJune 3, FridayDevin Way, Fin Argus, Jesse James Keitel, CG, Johnny Sibilly and Ryan O’Connell attend the premiere of the reimagined “Queer as Folk” with creatives Stephen Dunn and Jaclyn Moore. The evening kicks off the four-day Outfronts.The Theatre at Ace Hotel, Los Angeles As part of the SaMo Pride celebration, the Made with Pride Marketplace pop-up opens.

Marc Malkin Senior Film Awards, Events & Lifestyle EditorBilly Porter is known for being in front of the camera — most famously as Pray Tell on “Pose” and recently delivering a gender-bending twist on everyone’s favorite fairy godmother in Amazon’s musical movie “Cinderella.”Now, the Emmy-winning actor is stepping behind the camera to make his feature film directorial debut with “Anything’s Possible,” a John Hughes-esque coming-of-age dramedy about trans high school senior Kelsa (trans newcomer Eva Reign), who is navigating her first boyfriend, Khal (“Katy Keene” actor Abubakr Ali), friendship and family life with her single mom (Renée Elise Goldsberry).“I ain’t Barbra Streisand yet,” Porter tells me, laughing. “It’s like, let me do one thing at a time. Let me direct something first.

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Netflix has had a rough go of it lately, the streaming platform is commemorating the season with a smattering of queer-friendly content that will drop over the next few weeks. Perhaps most notable is the star-studded Stand Out: An LGBTQ+ Celebration—recorded live from the Netflix Is A Joke Comedy Festival that took over Los Angeles this spring—which should be a nice antidote to some of their recent shameful comedy specials we’d rather not acknowledge.As is tradition around here, we’ve assembled a guide to the best of the queer and queer-adjacent series, films, and specials coming to Netflix throughout June.

71 percent of Americans support legal same-sex marriage, an all-time high.When Gallup began polling on the subject in 1996, only 27 percent of respondents supported legalizing same-sex marriage. Those numbers climbed very slowly over the years, only reaching a majority in 2011, 15 years later.