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1 day ago

Marvel Rivals just introduced Angela, a lesbian Asgardian princess

Angela, the daughter of Odin, full name (Aldrif Odinsdottir), is a gigantic warrior, who also happens to be a princess of Asgard and half-sister of the God of Thunder, Thor. In the comics, she is married to a former Anchorite (a male Angel) named Sera, who later transitioned to a woman, making the queer couple a Repulican's worst nightmare. Angela is being released as part of the first half of Marvel Rival's fourth season, named The Heart of the Dragon.
Video games
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fromAdvocate.com
6 days ago

How this transgender 'American Ninja Warrior' athlete finds strength in sports

Clayton Jay Reeves, an out transgender man, advanced to American Ninja Warrior semifinals and received a callback for season 18 while using visibility to represent and inspire.
#snoop-dogg
Television
from48 hills
1 week ago

For dark times, comedian Nori Reed believes in the joy of jokes - 48 hills

Nori Reed headlines Club Fugazi on Sat/6, her first Bay Area headlining show since moving to Los Angeles in 2019.
#modern-family
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2 weeks ago

Hostage star Suranne Jones played queer characters in these hit dramas

"In this action-packed political thriller, the British Prime Minister (Suranne Jones) goes head to head with the French President (Julie Delpy) and is forced to make an unimaginable decision. Fighting political pressures, with a husband held hostage and a country to defend, she's left with nearly no choice - but she will not give in,"
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fromOut Magazine
2 weeks ago

Mamma Mia! Former Village People Cowboy Jim Newman is back on Broadway

Jim Newman returns to Broadway as Bill Austin in the Mamma Mia! revival at the Winter Garden Theatre for a limited engagement through February 1, 2026.
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 weeks ago

Terence Stamp's iconic role in 'Priscilla' was a beacon of hope for LGBTQ+ visibility in 1994

Terrence Stamp's iconic role as Bernadette in The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert remains a powerful symbol for LGBTQ+ representation.
US politics
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

A Right-Wing Movement Is Taking Over Schools, And It's Terrifying

Inclusive school curricula are generating conflict about religious freedom and parental rights over educational content.
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fromVulture
1 month ago

The Gilded Age Recap: The Decline and Fall of Ward McAllister

Mrs. Astor's daughter Charlotte's inquiry about the disturbance leads to her mother's curt response, 'Everything,' highlighting the tension and turmoil within New York's elite society.
NYC music
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1 month ago

David Jenkins has a new TV project and Our Flag Means Death fans are thrilled

Jenkins announced his new project on social media, stating, "It's true y'all! I'm writing a pilot about this lovable goofball. Honored to work for James Gunn and very happy to inherit this project from Danny McBride, two of my creative heroes."
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fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Malcolm-Jamal Warner leaves behind an enduring HIV legacy with his groundbreaking 1992 film

Warner directed an educational film aimed at teens about HIV and AIDS at just 22 years old, a courageous act during a time of stigma and misunderstanding.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Queer people were living, loving, suffering, surviving but invisible': west Africa's groundbreaking gay novel 20 years on

Jude Dibia's novel 'Walking With Shadows' is the first Nigerian work to centrally feature a gay character, challenging societal silence around queerness.
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fromSFGATE
1 month ago

5 Key Takeaways: Chip Gaines Slams Critics of Same-Sex 'Back to the Frontier' Couple

Chip supported the LGBTQ+ couple featured on 'Back to the Frontier' amid backlash, urging followers to engage in dialogue and learn from diverse experiences.
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1 month ago

Chip Gaines Vehemently Defends Same-Sex Couple Who Featured in 'Back to the Frontier' Amid Brutal Online Backlash

Chip Gaines defended same-sex couple Jason and Joe Hanna-Riggs featured in 'Back to the Frontier,' after backlash for including an LGBTQ+ family in the series.
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1 month ago

Women and Gender-Diverse Artists Will Take Center Stage at This Upcoming Music Festival

Crys Matthews stated, "I am thrice marginalized. I'm a woman, I'm Black, I am also a lesbian," highlighting the multiple barriers women of color and LGBTQ+ people face in the music industry.
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fromKotaku
2 months ago

Team Liquid 'Disappointed' CEO's Story About Growing Up Gay Was Censored From Esports Documentary In Saudi Arabia

The documentary, following Team Liquid in the Riyadh-based Esports World Cup, faced censorship in Saudi Arabia, where segments about its inclusive values were removed.
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#womens-football
Film
fromDefector
2 months ago

Two Steps Forward, Three Steps Back: Michael Koresky On Hollywood's Queer History | Defector

Hollywood filmmaking history is often misrepresented as a progressive narrative regarding LGBTQ+ representation.
Video games
fromwww.gamespot.com
2 months ago

All DBD Codes July 2025 For Free Bloodpoints, Rift Fragments, Cosmetics, Badges, And More

Dead by Daylight codes provide players with free items and currency through simple redemption steps.
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

Number of out elected officials continues to grow, but more needed for equitable representation

This year's Out for America report shows the resilience of our LGBTQ+ elected leaders. Despite hateful rhetoric plaguing the 2024 election cycle, LGBTQ+ elected officials won at the ballot box and made history. We know these exceptionally talented public servants are exactly what we need as the antidote to combat the anti-equality virus in our halls of power.
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fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

Sarah Jessica Parker and the 'And Just Like That' cast share their love of queer community for Pride Month

The reboot of 'Sex and the City' centers queer stories, showcasing LGBTQ+ characters and themes more prominently in its narrative.
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fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Gay theater in a time of restriction and resistance | amNewYork

Theater institutions may face increased scrutiny over LGBTQ programming in a politically charged environment.
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fromtime.com
2 months ago

The Worst Thing to Say When Someone Says They're Bisexual

Bisexuality is often misunderstood and dismissed, negatively impacting those who identify as bisexual.
SF LGBT
fromIndieWire
2 months ago

When Hollywood 'Went Gay All of a Sudden': TCM Highlights Films That Track Queer Evolution

'Bringing Up Baby' may represent the first film usage of 'gay' in a homosexual context, provoking discussion about its historical significance.
Women in technology
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Sally celebrates complicated legacy of first US woman in space

Sally Ride's story intertwines her historic achievements in space with the complexities of her personal life, especially her long-term relationship with Tam O'Shaughnessy.
SF LGBT
fromwww.thepinknews.com
2 months ago

31 queer Marvel Comics characters you need to know about

Marvel comic books feature a rich history of queer representation, progressively evolving despite early censorship.
The depiction of LGBTQ+ characters has significantly increased since the 1970s, now showcasing diverse identities.
NYC LGBT
fromVulture
3 months ago

Keanu Reeves, What Are You Doing Down There?

Jonathan Groff humorously revived the 'car wash' moment at the Tony Awards, showcasing playful LGBTQ representation during his performance.
NYC LGBT
fromVulture
3 months ago

And Just Like That, Rosie O'Donnell Is a Lesbian Virgin Nun

The third season of 'And Just Like That...' immerses Miranda in an unconventional relationship with a new character, Mary, played by Rosie O'Donnell.
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3 months ago

Britain's Got Talent drag star Jasmine Rice 'shocked' to impress Simon Cowell

"It's just been a magical experience and this is just an unimaginable dream that's coming through real life," she tells PinkNews ahead of her final performance which, she admits, she's a little "nervous" about, due to ongoing hayfever allergies.
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fromBustle
3 months ago

Cynthia Nixon Shares What She Hated About 'SATC'

Cynthia Nixon critiques the lack of diversity in 'Sex and the City', while recognizing its positive impact on feminist media.
NYC politics
fromThe Oaklandside
3 months ago

Rebecca Kaplan ends her 17-year tenure on Oakland City Council

Rebecca Kaplan concludes her tenure as Oakland's city councilmember after significant contributions since 2008, especially in finance and budget matters.
fromKotaku
3 months ago

After Six Years, Overwatch 2 Finally Acknowledges Soldier: 76's Gay Ex-Boyfriend Again

However, the game itself hasn't really acknowledged Soldier's long-lost love outside of a spray of the two giving each other the Christian Side Hug.
SF LGBT
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
3 months ago

Community comes together to replace stolen Nonbinarian Book Bike * Brooklyn Paper

K. Kerimian's experience highlights a significant lack of visibility for queer literature in bookstores, prompting action amidst rising book bans.
from48 hills
3 months ago

Lil Miss Hot Mess: the queen who wouldn't stop reading - 48 hills

Like the rest of the slim little Mess-Dios picture books, Make Your Own Rainbow is participatory, with queens of all shapes and sizes, in wheelchairs and a variety of gender presentations.
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fromVulture
4 months ago

Michael Feinstein on Kennedy Center's 'Government-Sanctioned' Cancelations

Michael Feinstein criticizes Trump's defunding of arts and censorship of LGBTQ+ representation in performance arts.
Censorship in the arts is increasingly linked to political agendas under the current administration.
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