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Tip Toe: The British Queer Drama That Refuses to Look Away
Tip Toe is a new British queer drama that captures the UK's current political climate with uncomfortable precision.
Streaming now. Tip Toe arrived quietly this Pride Month on British screens. That feels intentional. This is not a celebration series. It is a sharp, unsettling drama about what it feels like to be queer in Britain right now. Autostraddle called it a show that captures the UK's "fear and loathing with terrifying precision." That is a fair warning. What Is Tip Toe? Tip Toe is a British drama series airing in June 2026. It is available on Channel 4 in the UK. The show was created by writer and director Georgie Henley, known for her work in British independent drama. The lead…
Three Queer Books About Canon, Reading, and Literary History
From a new reader's guide to the queer canon to a classic Filipino novel and a landmark essay collection — three books about what we read…
Disabled LGBTQ+ People Deserve More Than Just Apologies This Pride
Disabled LGBTQ+ people are tired of empty words during Pride. They want real inclusion, not just polite apologies for being left out.…
Most Anticipated LGBTQ+ Romance Books: July to December 2026
Many LGBTQ+ romance books are coming between July and December 2026. Highlights include Forced Proximity by Dana Hawkins and Grind by K.M.…
Pride Month: Janelle Monáe Celebrates With the LGBTQ+ Community
Janelle Monáe celebrates Pride Month by showing up for the LGBTQ+ community across events and gatherings. Chef and queer icon Melissa King…
Ana Mena: «The LGTBIQ+ community teaches me things daily»
Ana Mena says the LGTBIQ+ community teaches her things every day. The singer presents her new single with Lola Índigo. Ana Mena is one of…
London Bookshop Receives Backlash Over Trans-Inclusive Pride Display
A London bookshop called Amnesty Books is facing backlash for a Pride window display featuring a person with top surgery scars. Many…
Ricky Martin: 'I Wish I Could Come Out Again'
Ricky Martin performs in Oberhausen and discusses his coming-out. The openly gay singer says he…
New York Historical opens new building with LGBTQ+ Museum in 2028
New York Historical Museum opens a new building in 2028. It will house the American LGBTQ+ Museum.…
New LGBTQ+ Middle Grade Book: Just Ask Elsie
A new middle grade book called Just Ask Elsie explores identity and puberty in an LGBTQ+ inclusive…
Don Lemon is The Advocate's Cover Star for July/August
The Advocate has named Don Lemon as its cover star for the July/August 2026 issue. The openly gay…
Cactus Pears: A Quiet Love Story Between Two Men in India
Cactus Pears is a new Indian film about forbidden love between two men. It is a gentle and…
Heartstopper Forever: Netflix releases trailer for final season
Netflix has released the trailer for Heartstopper Forever, the final season of the beloved LGBTQ+…
Metrika launches 'Demon Dolls', the first single from her album 'The Order'
LGBTIQ+ artist Metrika presents a powerful new single. The hypnotic music video announces a…
Sister Act actress played her character as gay and in love with Whoopi Goldberg
Wendy Makkena revealed she secretly played her Sister Act character as gay and attracted to Whoopi…
Girlfriends: A Queer Love Story Across Hong Kong and Taiwan
Girlfriends is a queer coming-of-age drama by Tracy Choi, following one woman's life from high…
Three Queer Books About Reading, Canons, and What We Pass On
From a new queer reading guide to two classics about literature and self — three books that ask…
Sonia Madoc Launches 'Everything Is About Me': Her New Musical Chapter
Sonia Madoc presents her new single 'Everything Is About Me' and announces a new solo musical…
Ariana Grande launches foundation to support LGTBIQ+ community
Ariana Grande has announced a new foundation dedicated to supporting the LGTBIQ+ community. The…
KPop Demon Hunters Writer Came Out as Bisexual During Filming
The writer of 'KPop Demon Hunters' came out as bisexual while creating the film. This week also…
Reverend Reflects on Religion and the LGBTQ+ Community
Reverend Mike Schuenemeyer shares his thoughts on religion and LGBTQ+ inclusion in a new opinion…
Mexican Artists Redefine Gender in Stunning Photo Series
Photographer Pieter Henket's series 'Birds of Mexico City' celebrates people who redefine gender…
Jim Queen: An Animated Comedy That Celebrates and Playfully Teases the LGBT+ Community
Jim Queen is a French animated film full of humor about the gay community. It's the queer…
Oral Sex on Screen: A Long History of Double Standards
A new analysis explores the long history of double standards around oral sex in mainstream film.…
Too Gay to Exist? The Creators of 'Jim Queen' Share Their Story
Marco Nguyen and Simon Balteaux created the animated film 'Jim Queen'. They explain how their…
Most Anticipated LGBTQ+ Adult Fiction: July to December 2026
Many exciting LGBTQ+ books are coming in the second half of 2026. Highlights include a Sapphic…
Everything We Know About the New MCU X-Men Movie
Marvel Studios is developing a new X-Men movie directed by Jake Schreier. The X-Men franchise…
Emmerdale actor Danny Miller shares his weight loss journey
Emmerdale actor Danny Miller, known for playing gay character Aaron Dingle, shared his weight loss…
Artist Spencer Tunick Creates Large Queer Installation on Gran Canaria
American photographer Spencer Tunick is organizing a major art project on Gran Canaria. Hundreds…
Pride on the Pier: Seven Years of LGBTQ+ Celebration in Washington DC
Washington DC held its seventh annual Pride on the Pier event at The Wharf DC. The LGBTQ+…
Lost River Pride: LGBTQ+ Celebration in Rural West Virginia
Lost River Pride brought LGBTQ+ celebration to rural West Virginia. The event highlighted the…
Flag Day: A Hidden Celebration for the LGBTQ+ Community?
Flag Day is celebrated every year on June 14th in the United States. Some people think it could…
David Archuleta Opens Up About Faith and Being Gay in New Book
David Archuleta shares his personal journey of faith and coming out in a new memoir. The former…
Stonewall veteran: 'It was a revolution, not about Judy Garland'
Mark Segal was 18 years old when he joined the Stonewall Uprising in New York City. He wants…
Does Size Matter? LGTBIQ+ Comedy 'Can F@il XXL' Reaches End of Season
The LGTBIQ+ comedy 'Can F@il XXL' reaches its final performances at AZarte Hall in Chueca, Madrid.…
Quiz: Which Queer Star Wars Character Are You?
Autostraddle created a fun quiz to find your queer Star Wars character match. The Star Wars…
David Hockney: A Gay Icon Who Changed How We See Beauty
David Hockney was a pioneering gay artist who celebrated same-sex life through his iconic…
Gay Dad Goes Viral for Raising a Straight Son
A gay father shared his honest thoughts about raising a straight son. His story went viral and…
Be Seen: LGBTQ+ Pride Portraits from North Sydney
Photographers Anna Hay and Sophie Willison have created a portrait series celebrating LGBTQ+ lives…
Tens of Thousands Celebrate Pride in Seoul
Tens of thousands of people celebrated Seoul's annual queer culture festival with rainbow flags…
New Book 'The Queer Bookshelf' Helps You Find LGBTQ+ Books Without Algorithms
London author Layla McCay has written 'The Queer Bookshelf', a personal guide to important LGBTQ+…
The Most Anticipated Queer Books of June 2026
Autostraddle shares its most anticipated queer books for June 2026. This Pride Month is full of…
Five Must-Read Queer Adult Books with Filipino Main Characters
Here are five queer adult fiction books with Filipino main characters. These stories celebrate…
Are Clowns Queer Figures? A Look at Clown Culture
Clowns have always challenged social norms through costume, humor, and performance. Many now see…
College Was Not the Queer Paradise I Expected
A queer student felt lonely in college and dropped out. Now they wonder how to make better choices…
Israeli poet Dory Manor discusses childhood and homosexuality in 'The Gorilla'
Israeli poet Dory Manor publishes an autobiographical account titled 'The Gorilla'. He explores…
New Sapphic Ghost Romance Novel 'Happily Ever Afterlife' Gets Cover Reveal
Emma R. Alban's new Sapphic paranormal romance 'Happily Ever Afterlife' has its cover revealed.…
"Proud" on HBO Max: A Moving Polish Series About Gay Life
"Proud" is a moving Polish series about a gay man who becomes a surrogate father. It won the Grand…
Capital Pride 2026 Honors Celebrated at 'Full Fuchsia' Brunch
The 2026 Capital Pride Honors were celebrated at 'The Audacity Brunch' in Washington D.C. The…
COC Netherlands Launches Educational Toolkit 'Astra Exploring' for Teachers
COC Netherlands has launched the toolkit 'Astra Exploring' for education professionals. The…
Congressional Cemetery Celebrates Pride with Gays & Graves Event
Congressional Cemetery in Washington D.C. hosted its Gays & Graves Pride event. The daylong…
Baltimore Pride Festival Returns with Parade and Block Party
Baltimore Pride is back with a parade, block party, and festival. The Maryland city celebrates its…
Pink Narcissus: A Restored Gay Classic From the 1960s
James Bidgood's restored homoerotic film Pink Narcissus is back for new audiences to enjoy. Made…
Heartstopper Season 4: Growing Up Has Never Looked This Good
Netflix's beloved teen drama returns for its fourth and final season. Does Heartstopper stick the…
Three Queer Horror Films That Play With Fear and Identity
From a trans slasher rewrite to a Thai ghost story and a French body-horror classic — three films…
Three Queer Books About Horror, Identity, and the Body
From trans horror to queer body writing: three books that unsettle, challenge, and stay with you…
Three Queer Films About Identity, Horror, and the Body
Three films that use genre, flesh, and fear to ask who gets to exist — from a Thai arthouse…
George Sand: The Queer Writer Who Wore Trousers and Loved Freely
George Sand died 150 years ago. She was a famous French writer. She wore trousers, smoked cigars,…
Vivian Wilson walks off red carpet after reporter praises Elon Musk
Vivian Wilson, transgender daughter of Elon Musk, walked off a red carpet after a reporter praised…
'Mighty Real' Explores the Rich History of LGBTQ+ Music
'Mighty Real' is a new project celebrating the history of LGBTQ+ music across many genres and…
Quiz: Which Lesbian Swamp Creature Are You?
Autostraddle made a fun quiz for lesbian and queer women. The quiz asks which swamp creature…
Ramona Leiß Returns to Television Garden
Ramona Leiß was once famous at ZDF's Television Garden show. The lesbian presenter returned as…
Queer Spiritual Community in Portland Supports Trans People Under Trump
A queer spiritual community in Portland is helping vulnerable trans people. They use magic, care,…
Gay Men's Chorus of Washington Performs 'Soul Divas' Show
The Gay Men's Chorus of Washington performed their 'Soul Divas' show at the Lincoln Theatre. The…
Search for Two Lesbian Grandmothers Who Inspired a Children's Book
Mama G is searching for two lesbian grandmothers she met at Blackpool Pride in 2021. They inspired…
New Book 'All Us Saints' Challenges the Trans Killer Stereotype in Horror
Katherine Packert Burke's new book 'All Us Saints' boldly challenges the harmful transgender…
Cara Delevingne calls herself a proud lesbian
Cara Delevingne now proudly identifies as a lesbian after years of avoiding labels. She says…
Timothy Nelson Brings 'Song of Sakuntala' to the Opera Stage
Gay composer Timothy Nelson has premiered his new opera 'Song of Sakuntala', blending Indian…
Film 'Blue Film' Breaks Taboos with Powerful LGBTQ+ Drama
The film 'Blue Film' explores a bold Dom-sub relationship between two characters. It pushes…
Schwulenberatung Berlin celebrates 45 years of help and solidarity
Schwulenberatung Berlin marked its 45th anniversary with 700 guests. Notable speakers including…
Ralf Schumacher and Étienne: An Emotional Wedding in St. Tropez
Ralf Schumacher and Étienne Bousquet-Cassagne are officially married in St. Tropez. Their…
Is It Biphobic To Refuse Dating Bisexual People?
A reader asks whether avoiding bisexual partners is biphobic after feeling repeatedly hurt. The…
Queer Writers in Exile: A Literary Map
Between 1900 and 1969, queer writers fled Britain and the US to cities like Paris and Berlin. A…
Happy Pride Friday: The Advocate Celebrates LGBTQ+ Community
The Advocate welcomed its readers with a cheerful Happy Pride Friday message. The publication…
Queer Magic: A Night of Dancing, Drag, and Tarot
Queer Magic is a fun dance party event at the Black Cat venue in Washington D.C. The night will…
Aromantic Visibility Day 2026: New Book Celebrates Aroace Teen
Aromantic Visibility Day 2026 highlights the new YA novel 'Shapes of Love' by L.V. Peñalba. The…
15 LGBTQ+ Acts You Must See at Edinburgh Fringe 2026
The Edinburgh Fringe Festival returns in August 2026 with a strong lineup of LGBTQ+ acts and queer…
Madonna Turns Times Square Into LGBTQ+ Pride Dance Floor
Madonna surprised everyone with a special appearance at Times Square. The diva celebrated LGBTQ+…
Antoni Porowski Travels the World in New Disney+ Documentary
Antoni Porowski, known from 'Queer Eye', has a new travel documentary on Disney+ and National…
Mating Season on Netflix: Animals That Challenge the Norms
Mating Season is a new animated series on Netflix. It uses animals to explore sexuality and…
Russell T Davies feels like 'an idiot' for fighting for gay visibility
Russell T Davies, creator of It's A Sin, says he feels like 'an idiot' for spending years…
Primavera Sound 2026 in chaos after Doja Cat's set is cancelled
Heavy rain has caused chaos at Primavera Sound 2026 in Barcelona, leading to the cancellation of…
Rocky Horror Show on Broadway: Hen Party Meets LGBTQ+ Icon
A hen party visited the Rocky Horror Show on Broadway during Pride Month. The event highlighted…
A Good Girl's Guide to Murder: Great Thriller, Less Queer
Season two of the BBC hit is sharper and darker. But its queer character gets even less screen…
New Picture Book Celebrates LGBTQ+ Pioneer José Sarria
A new joyful picture book biography celebrates José Sarria, a drag queen and pioneering LGBTQ+…
Win tickets for Rachel Intervention's drag show in Berlin
Rachel Intervention brings her new drag supershow to BKA-Theater Berlin on June 12. Queer.de is…
Five New Queer YA Summer Romance Books for 2025-26
Five new queer young adult romance books are arriving in 2025-26. The list includes girl/girl,…
Shepherdstown Holds Second Annual Pride Parade in West Virginia
Shepherdstown, West Virginia, held its second annual Pride parade, bringing together LGBTQ+…
Maureen Duffy: Pioneer for Gay Rights and Literature Dies at 92
Maureen Duffy was a British writer and LGBTQ+ activist. She fought for gay rights and the welfare…
Sam Reid Brings Lestat to Life: «Exploring His Queer Identity Connects to Being Different»
Sam Reid returns as Lestat in the third season of 'Interview with the Vampire'. The actor reflects…
Gay Cruise 'Spartacus Gay Cruise 2026' Cancelled Last Minute
The 'Spartacus Gay Cruise 2026' was cancelled just days before departure. Technical problems with…
Tom Read Wilson Praises Martin Kemp for Speaking Polari
Tom Read Wilson praised co-star Martin Kemp for knowing Polari, a historic secret language used by…
Russell T Davies: Tip Toe is the natural follow-up to It's A Sin
Russell T Davies says his new Channel 4 show Tip Toe is a natural follow-up to It's A Sin. The…
Three Queer Books About Crime, Deception, and Survival
From a queer heist classic to a memoir about prison to a sharp lesbian crime novel — three books…
Three Queer Films About Crime, Desire, and Moral Ambiguity
From a French art-house thriller to a Hollywood neo-noir and a raw Nigerian debut — three queer…
Pastor Claims Marijuana Makes Men 'Spiritually Gay'
Pastor Joel Webbon claimed that marijuana makes men 'spiritually gay' in a viral May 30 post.…
Cyndi Lauper Honored by LGBTQ+ Organization Outright International
Outright International honored singer Cyndi Lauper at their annual gala in New York City. Lauper…
The 5 Sexiest Vampires in Fiction: LGBTQ+ Icons
Vampires in film and television have seduced audiences for decades. Many of these characters have…
Special CSD ticket for buses and trains during Cologne Pride
During Christopher Street Day in Cologne, public transport is cheaper. Two transport companies…
Paul Mescal speaks out for trans rights ahead of London Trans+ Pride
Actor Paul Mescal has publicly supported the trans community for the first time, calling for…
Callum Scott Howells Shines as Queer Victorian Aristocrat in Madfabulous
Callum Scott Howells plays a real queer Victorian lord in the new drama Madfabulous. The show…
Netflix Show 'Mating Season' Features a Fun Lesbian Fox Character
'Mating Season' is a new Netflix animated series with a lesbian main character named Penelope.…
New Book: A Trans Boy Finds His Way Back to the World
Kyle Lukoff's middle grade book about a trans boy is rereleased in paperback on June 2, 2026. The…
My Dry Season: Choosing Celibacy as a Queer Woman
A queer woman chose celibacy during her first year in California to focus on herself. Her 'dry…
'Los Estunmen': an absurd opera about violence at Teatros del Canal
'Los Estunmen' is an absurd and lyrical opera exploring violence. Fernando Velázquez, Nao Albet…
13 Theater and Dance Premieres in Madrid for Pride Month
Madrid celebrates LGBTQ+ Pride Month with 13 premieres of theater, dance and opera. The city…
Series Creator 'Heated Rivalry' Writes Book About the Show
Jacob Tierney, creator of the series 'Heated Rivalry', announces a new book. The book gives fans…
Cara Delevingne: 'I am a very proud lesbian'
Cara Delevingne now proudly identifies as a lesbian after years of feeling uncomfortable with…
Fans Think Key Role in Heated Rivalry Season 2 Has Been Cast
Fans of Heated Rivalry believe a key role for season two has been cast. They think actor Hudson…
Katseye's Yoonchae Celebrates Pride Month with Special Gift for Queer Member Lara
Katseye member Yoonchae surprised queer bandmate Lara with a special Pride Month gift during a…
Three Queer Books About Crime, Secrets, and Survival
From heist fiction to a classic thriller and a noir memoir: three queer books that use crime as a…
Three Queer Films About Crime, Secrets, and Desire
A femme fatale thriller, a neo-noir from Taiwan, and a French crime drama. Three films where…
Caribbean American Heritage Month 2026: LGBTQ+ Book Recommendations
June is Caribbean American Heritage Month, and LGBTQ Reads celebrates with book recommendations by…
June 2026: New LGBTQ+ Shows and Movies Streaming This Month
June 2026 brings new LGBTQ+ streaming content across Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max and more. Highlights…
Anna Kendrick to Direct Film Based on Queer Novel 'The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo'
Anna Kendrick will direct the film version of the popular queer novel. The story follows a…
Luna Ki: «People Mistake Me for a Character»
Luna Ki rejects the idea that what she shows publicly is fictional. The artist defends her…
Pride Month Has Arrived: A Time to Celebrate LGBTQ+ Lives
June is Pride Month, a time for LGBTQ+ people and allies to celebrate identity and equality. It is…
Hagerstown Pride Festival Brings Community Together at Hub City Brewery
Hagerstown Hopes organized the annual Pride Festival outside Hub City Brewery on May 30. The event…
Mel C Gives Stunning Response to Questions About Her Sexuality
Former Spice Girl Mel C handled questions about her sexuality in a way many people loved. Fans and…
Season Two of 'A Good Girl's Guide to Murder' Is Great but Fails Its Queer Character
Season two of 'A Good Girl's Guide to Murder' is thrilling and well-made. However, the show gives…
Contest: Win Three Blu-rays of 'Doukyusei – My Classmate's Romance'
Queer.de is giving away three limited First Edition Blu-rays of the acclaimed boys-love anime…
Fan Favorite 'Hacks' Ends With a Powerful Finale
'Hacks' has ended its run with an emotional and powerful series finale. The beloved LGBTQ+ show…
New LGBTQ+ Fantasy Book: The Conman's Guide to Dragon Slaying
A new adult fantasy book called The Conman's Guide to Dragon Slaying is coming soon. It features a…
Laura Gallego opens Fulanita Fest 2026 with flamenco and electronic music
Laura Gallego, artist from Jerez de la Frontera, will open Fulanita Fest 2026's fifth edition. Her…
Boy George Wants to Write a 'Bit Gay' Eurovision Song for the UK
Boy George wants to write a 'bit gay' Eurovision song for the United Kingdom. He also received a…
New Film 'The Stranger' Gives a Queer Twist to a Classic Story
A new film called 'The Stranger' retells a famous existentialist story through a queer lens. The…
How a Musical Icon Helped a Cabaret Performer Come Out
A cabaret performer credits her musical idol for giving her the courage to come out. The idol's…
British LGBTQ+ Pioneer Maureen Duffy Dies at 92
Maureen Duffy was a famous British author and gay rights activist. She wrote more than 60 works…
COGAM Awards Samantha Hudson, Eduardo Casanova and Alba Flores at Triangle Awards 2026
COGAM has honored Samantha Hudson, Eduardo Casanova and Alba Flores at Triangle Awards 2026. The…
All 100+ Queer Women in Star Wars Ranked
A writer from Autostraddle ranked all 100+ canon queer women in the Star Wars universe. The…
Orgy Dome at Burning Man raises money after storm damage
The famous Orgy Dome at Burning Man was badly damaged by a storm. The camp is now raising money to…
Rev. Troy Perry: Still Fighting for LGBTQ+ Freedom
Rev. Troy Perry, founder of the Metropolitan Community Church, reflects on the origins of Pride…
Five Must-Read Queer Crime and Heist Novels
Five exciting novels put LGBTQ+ characters at the heart of crime and heist stories. From solo…
Are Jake Gyllenhaal and Henry Cavill a gay couple in Guy Ritchie's new film?
Guy Ritchie's new film sparks debate about Jake Gyllenhaal and Henry Cavill's dynamic. Many…
AZarte Madrid Organizes Cultural Festival During LGTBIQ+ Pride
Madrid's AZarte venue organizes a cultural festival during LGTBIQ+ Pride. The program includes…
Pornhub launches Sapphic: adult content for lesbian, bisexual and queer women
Pornhub has launched Sapphic, a new adult content platform for lesbian, bisexual and non-binary…
Social media praise 'real' bodies in 'Euphoria', but only for men
Social media celebrated actor Homer Gere's 'real' body in 'Euphoria'. Yet women receive no similar…
New Love Island star apologises for homophobic comments on TikTok
A new Love Island cast member has apologised on TikTok for homophobic comments made online. The…
Thomas Jolly Directs 'Romeo and Juliet' at Madrid's Teatro Real
Gounod's 'Romeo and Juliet' returns to Teatro Real Madrid after one hundred fifteen years.…
Fan Favorite 'Hacks' Is Ending This Week
The beloved LGBTQ+-friendly TV show 'Hacks' is ending this week, leaving fans heartbroken. The…
Actress Thora Birch Comes Out as Bisexual
Actress Thora Birch, known from Hocus Pocus and Now and Then, has publicly come out as bisexual.…
Rami Malek plays gay role in 'The Man I Love': criticism from LGBTQ+ actors
Actor Rami Malek plays a homosexual role in 'The Man I Love'. LGBTQ+ actors criticize this choice.…
Heated Rivalry Season 2: Filming Starts Soon in Canada
Heated Rivalry season 2 will start filming in Canada very soon. Fans are excited to see the return…
Film 'How to Survive a Plague' Screens on June 5
The documentary 'How to Survive a Plague' will be screened on June 5 to mark 45 years since the…
Trans Prom King Speaks Out About Acceptance and Identity
A transgender student was elected prom king and spoke out about the experience. While some critics…
Film Fairyland tells story of girl raised by gay father in 1970s San Francisco
Fairyland is a new film about a girl raised by her gay father. The film is set in 1970s San…
New YA Anthology 'Being Aro' Celebrates Aromantic Stories
'Being Aro' is a new YA anthology edited by Madeline Dyer and Rosiee Thor. It features twelve…
Trans Salutatorian Stands Up to Anti-Trans School in Inspiring Speech
A transgender salutatorian gave a brave graduation speech despite an anti-trans school…
Rosalía Makes History at the Music Academy Awards
Rosalía was the big winner at the third edition of the Music Academy Awards in Madrid. The Spanish…
Queer Designer Launches Surprising Collection on OnlyFans
A well-known queer designer has launched a fashion collection on OnlyFans. His followers were…
Love Island fans fight over homophobia claims after West End star joins show
Love Island fans clashed online after some assumed contestant Ope Sowande's sexuality based on his…
My Girlfriend Hates My New Hair
A person shared that their girlfriend reacted badly to their new haircut. The girlfriend said it…
SkyMed Returns: Canadian Lesbian Couple Thrives While Straight Characters Struggle
The Canadian TV show SkyMed is back with a new season. The lesbian couple is thriving, while…
New YA Book: Two Siblings Scam the Rich in Hollywood's Golden Age
Anna-Marie McLemore's new YA novel 'We Could Be Anyone' comes out on May 26, 2026. The book…
Honey Davenport wins International Mr. Leather after drag queen career
Honey Davenport became famous as a drag queen on RuPaul's Drag Race. Now she has won the…
Art Scholarship Created for Trans Student Murry Foust After His Death
Murry Foust, a 22-year-old trans man and art student, was found dead after a month-long search.…
Gay 8th Grader Calls Out Racism and Homophobia in Viral Speech
A gay student in Kentucky spoke out against homophobia and racism at his graduation. His speech…
Gay Pastor Rev. Peter Leland DeGroote Dies at 86
Rev. Peter Leland DeGroote, a trailblazing openly gay United Methodist pastor, has died at the age…
New Photo Book Celebrates Queer Nightlife Around the World
A new photo book called 'Sex, Clubs, Dissent' celebrates queer nightlife from the 1960s to today.…
SALO Pride 2026: fashion, freedom and major artists unite for pride
SALO Pride 2026 celebrates diversity with music, fashion and drag. Miss Caffeina, Marta Sánchez,…
Cynthia Nixon celebrates 14th wedding anniversary with love declaration
Actress Cynthia Nixon celebrates her 14th wedding anniversary with wife Christine Marinoni. She…
9-1-1 Actor Oliver Stark Is Proud to Play a Bisexual Character
Actor Oliver Stark plays a bisexual character in the TV show 9-1-1. He says he is proud of this…
Gogglebox Gay Couple Went to Mexico After Nine Hours
Gogglebox couple Alfie Mulhall and Andrew Nicolls have shared how they met. Andrew invited Alfie…
Five Great Queer Romance Books About Food and Love
LGBTQ Reads shares five queer romance books where food and love go hand in hand. The list includes…
Giveaway: Win Queer Young Adult Novel 'Camp Rainbow'
Website Queer.de is giving away five copies of the queer youth novel 'Camp Rainbow' by Alicia…
Hidden History: A Nonbinary Minister Was a Hero of the American Revolution
Public Universal Friend was a nonbinary minister and revolutionary hero in 18th-century America. A…
Colman Domingo Opens Up About Coming Out to His Family
Actor Colman Domingo shared how his family reacted when he came out. One family member simply…
63 Years Ago, Quakers Stood Up for LGBTQ+ Rights
The Quakers have supported LGBTQ+ dignity for over 60 years. They continue to fight for LGBTQ+…
New Hong Kong Film Explores Grief, Prejudice and Queer Identity
Hong Kong director Herman Yau's new film explores queer identity and hidden lives through a…
Hacks: Why Inconvenience Makes Art Better
The show Hacks reminds us that great art needs friction and complexity. Convenience can flatten…
Cover Reveal: 'When Life Gives You Corpses' by Lene D. Buttner
Lene D. Buttner's new YA book 'When Life Gives You Corpses' gets a cover reveal. The creepy and…
Pan Visibility Day 2026: Books With Pansexual Main Characters
Pan Visibility Day is celebrated on May 24th every year. LGBTQ Reads shares book recommendations…
New Queer Novel 'Work To Do' Tackles Climate and Capitalism
'Work To Do' is a queer novel about love, work, and survival under capitalism. It connects…
May 24th celebrates Pansexual Visibility Day
May 24th celebrates Pansexual Visibility Day worldwide. FELGTBI+ organization works to recognize…
Which Lesbian Tattoo Should You Get? Take the Quiz!
Tattoos are a powerful way for lesbians to express their identity and pride. A fun quiz by…
Contest: Win an Essay About the Stonewall Uprisings
Queer.de is giving away five copies of an essay about the 1969 Stonewall Uprisings. Literary…
Coward: A Gay Love Story Set in World War One
Director Lukas Dhont tells a heartfelt gay love story set during World War One. The film shows…
Nessi Introduces Her New Girlfriend
Vanessa Borck appeared on 'Princess Charming' and 'Let's Dance'. Now she publicly shows her new…
COC sells tickets for Eurovision Song Contest 2026
COC Netherlands has started selling tickets for Eurovision 2026. The festival is an important…
Anderson Cooper Leaves '60 Minutes' and Puts Bari Weiss Under Spotlight
Anderson Cooper is saying goodbye to '60 Minutes' on CBS. His departure is drawing more attention…
Elliot Page as Achilles: Why the right-wing anger misses the point
Elliot Page may play Achilles in 'The Odyssey'. Many people on the right are angry. But Achilles…
What America Owes Its Queer Soldiers on Memorial Day
LGBTQ+ soldiers have fought and died for the United States for generations, often while hiding who…
7 LGBTQ+ Films That Made an Impact at Cannes Film Festival
The 79th Cannes Film Festival featured seven remarkable LGBTQ+ films, ranging from horror comedies…
Black Pride Opening Reception Kicks Off with Durand Bernarr
Black Pride held its opening reception in Washington, D.C. with a headline performance by queer…
Black Pride Pageant and Unity Ball Open D.C. Black Pride
D.C. Black Pride kicked off with two major events on its first night. The Black Pride Pageant and…
We Found a Baby on the Subway. Now He Is Our Son.
Two gay men found an abandoned newborn baby in a New York subway station. More than 25 years…
Sort Of: The Quietly Radical Canadian Series You Should Watch
Sort Of on HBO Max is one of the smartest queer series in years. Here's why this Canadian gem…
Three Queer Books About Home, Belonging, and Leaving
Three books — a classic, a memoir, and a debut novel — explore what it means to leave home and…
Almodóvar Returns to Cannes with 'Autofiction', a Film About His Own Life
Pedro Almodóvar presents 'Autofiction' at Cannes Film Festival, an intimate film about his own…
5 Reasons Why Thailand Is a Great LGTBIQ+ Destination
Thailand is one of Asia's most welcoming destinations for the LGTBIQ+ community. Its tolerant…
Diesel in the Veins: A Gay Love Story in the Trucking World
Diesel in the Veins is the first French film about gay love among truckers. It premiered at the…
Off Campus author accused of lesbophobia in book series
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New hyperpop album puts transgender identity in the spotlight
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Backstreet Boy Brian Littrell Denies Using Homophobic Language
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Five comics perfect for spring: love, apps and detective stories
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Singer Ethel Cain Shares Half-Naked Photos: Reactions Are Mixed
Transgender singer Ethel Cain shares half-naked photos online. Fans cheer, opponents react…
Joel Kim Booster: 'Pressure on my appearance doesn't come only from Hollywood'
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New book tells story of Black gay American in Paris during World War Two
A new book tells the story of a Black American gay man. He risked everything for love in Paris…
How muscle photos connected gay men in the nineteen fifties
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Photos show: transgender visibility existed much longer ago
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Muscle magazines connected lonely gay men in the nineteen-fifties
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Transgender Visibility in the Fifties: Rare Photos Show Years of Struggle
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Perez Hilton apologizes after health scare
Blogger Perez Hilton publicly apologizes after a health scare. He says he sees his life…
Pridefest 2026 moves to a new location
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New Hyperpop Album Explores Transgender Identity Online
A new hyperpop album explores transgender women's online lives with irony. The project refuses to…
Dragster Dulcie Du Jour Passes Away
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Heartstopper and Heartbreak High Open Eyes for Asexuality
Two Netflix series show asexual characters in a refined way. Heartstopper and Heartbreak High…
Taylor Ortega steals the show in Netflix series 'Big Mistakes'
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Trixie Mattel not in 'The Traitors' - unless in 'The Comeback'
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Sondheim masterpiece 'Merrily' now on Netflix
Stephen Sondheim's classic 'Merrily We Roll Along' is now on Netflix. The musical about three…
Roman 'Work to Do' Shows Drama Behind Supermarket Cashier
Jules Wernersbach's debut novel 'Work to Do' focuses on a gay entrepreneur. He runs a supermarket.…
New book 'Work to Do' shows how exciting a supermarket can be
New novel 'Work to Do' is about gay entrepreneurs in a supermarket. The book covers…
COC celebrates 30 years Song Festival in IJmuiden
The COC celebrates the 30-year anniversary of the Song Festival in IJmuiden. A special milestone…
Lance Bass tells how Joey Fatone discovered he was gay
Lance Bass shares how Joey Fatone discovered he was gay. This happened in an interview for the…
Malcolm in the Middle Reboot Gives Stevie a Gay Relationship: Fans React Divided
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Denver saves only lesbian bar with crowdfunding
Denver's gay and lesbian community raised 83,000 dollars to save their only lesbian bar The Pearl.…
Caitlyn Jenner: 'I am a hypocrite' with Woman of the Year award
Caitlyn Jenner says in a podcast she is a hypocrite. Her Woman of the Year award is mentioned. The…
Drag Race Star Denali Performs in Washington
Drag Race participant Denali performed at nightclub Pitchers in Washington. The performance…
Podcast Cancels LGBTQ+ Guest After Booking Them for Faith Show
A queer person was dropped from a faith podcast after booking. The show is called 'Living My…
Hampshire College Will Close After Trustees Vote to End Operations
Hampshire College in Massachusetts will close after trustees voted to end operations. The school…
Denver's Only Lesbian Bar Gets Community Help to Stay Open
Denver's only lesbian bar was about to close until the community stepped in. LGBTQ+ supporters…
Ella Morgan becomes first trans star on Celebrity SAS show
Ella Morgan will be the first transgender contestant on Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins. The Channel…
Cleat Cute TV Show Gets Major Development Update
A TV series based on lesbian romance novel Cleat Cute is moving forward. The comedy will follow…
Euphoria Fans Question Zendaya's Expensive Clothes in New Season
Euphoria fans question why Zendaya's character Rue wears expensive designer clothes in season…
COC Songfestival celebrates 30th edition in IJmuiden
The COC Songfestival celebrates its 30th anniversary in IJmuiden. The festival is an annual…
Ella Morgan first transgender participant Celebrity SAS
Ella Morgan would be the first transgender participant at Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins. The…
Progressive American College Closes After Financial Crisis
Hampshire College in Massachusetts, known as LGBTQ+ friendly, closes due to long financial…
Madonna returns when the gay community needs her most
Madonna announces new album and gay community recognizes the moment they need her. It's not mere…
Washington D.C. organizes week full of lesbian visibility activities
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Film Festival TILDE Returns with Young Talent
The transgender film festival TILDE returns to Narrm in May 2026. The theme is 'Young Blood'. It…
COC Songfestival celebrates 30th edition in IJmuiden
The COC celebrates the 30th edition of the popular Songfestival in IJmuiden. The festival is an…
Madonna returns at crucial moment for LGBTQ+ community
Madonna announces a new album and reaction is huge. For many LGBTQ+ people she symbolizes freedom…
Madonna returns at crucial moment for LGBTQ+ community
Madonna returns when political tension rises. For LGBTQ+ community, her return feels like more…
Washington D.C. celebrates Lesbian Visibility Week with film and karaoke
Washington D.C. marks Lesbian Visibility Week with documentary screening and karaoke night. Local…
TILDE Film Festival Returns with Young Talent
The TILDE film festival returns to Melbourne in May 2026. It features the theme 'Young Blood' and…
New Tomodachi Life Game Lets Players Choose Their Gender and Pronoun
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David's Disco Returns to Toronto to Raise Money for Casey House
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Queer Techno-Pop Theater Show Coming to Toronto
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RuPaul's Drag Race Season 18 Disappoints Fans
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Peter Hujar: Gay Photographer Who Captured Life and Death
Peter Hujar was a gay photographer who captured New York's underground scene in beautiful black…
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