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9 hours ago

Drag queens mock MAGA figures in jaw-dropping event while raising over $25K for ACLU - LGBTQ Nation

A drag show in Brooklyn raised over $25,000 for the ACLU while satirizing MAGA figures and highlighting the political stakes for the LGBTQ+ community.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
15 minutes ago

Sydney Sweeney is a new kind of Hollywood shapeshifter

Cassie Howard, in her pursuit of fame, states, 'I just feel like if more people knew me, I would be huge,' reflecting her belief in the power of visibility.
Women
Mental health
fromwww.theguardian.com
13 hours ago

Lena Dunham is right that fame is toxic. Unfortunately, we're all famous now | Emma Beddington

Fame has become increasingly toxic, distorting relationships and self-image, affecting mental health, and creating a shared experience of 'famesickness' in the digital age.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Behold the riches to riches tale of Lauren Sanchez the girlboss Cinderella who bought the ball | Marina Hyde

Silicon Valley billionaires have become the new revolutionaries, replacing traditional systems and rendering governments powerless in the face of technological dominance.
#fashion
Fashion & style
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Lily Allen's revenge', Harry Styles' Dorothy and Debbie Harry's T-shirt 20 onstage dresses ranked!

PJ Harvey and Lily Allen use fashion as a form of artistic expression and personal narrative in their performances.
Fashion & style
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Lily Allen's revenge', Harry Styles' Dorothy and Debbie Harry's T-shirt 20 onstage dresses ranked!

PJ Harvey and Lily Allen use fashion as a form of artistic expression and personal narrative in their performances.
Brooklyn Nets
fromBallislife.com
1 day ago

Betnijah Laney-Hamilton Needs No Re-Introduction to Liberty

Betnijah Laney-Hamilton showcases the New York Liberty's nostalgic 'Court Origin' aesthetic with a throwback uniform and a fun dance performance.
Independent films
fromThe New Yorker
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Inside the World-Conquering Rise of the Micro-Drama

Chinese companies create micro-dramas, serialized soap operas with minute-long episodes, that captivate global audiences with racy plots and emotional twists.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Meghann Fahy: My most embarrassing moment? Peeing my pants on stage'

Meghann Fahy is a versatile actress known for her roles in theater, television, and film, living in New York City with partner Leo Woodall.
NYC music
fromTime Out New York
2 days ago

Next month, the cult Japanese women's pro-wrestling league is coming to NYC for one night only

Sukeban combines high fashion, punk energy, and martial arts in an electrifying wrestling event in New York City.
fromHyperallergic
2 days ago

Nude Performance at MFA Boston Confronts One of Art's Oldest Tropes

Ibarra's performance shattered the historical designation of the nude woman as beautiful in art but vulgar in the flesh, challenging societal norms.
Arts
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
3 days ago

The night a drag king blew my mind & rewrote my identity - Queerty

Montesanti's journey in drag culture reveals the complexities of gender identity and mental health through performance and self-expression.
#lgbtq
fromQueerty
6 days ago
NYC LGBT

Matt Bomer's secret Magic Mike project, MAGA gays are sad & lonely, Madonna's Coachella takeover - Queerty

NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
6 days ago

Matt Bomer's secret Magic Mike project, MAGA gays are sad & lonely, Madonna's Coachella takeover - Queerty

Season 2 of Heated Rivalry deepens Shane and Ilya's relationship while maintaining its steamy elements.
fromVulture
3 days ago

Kat Graham's Diana Ross Was Cut From Michael

Kat Graham revealed that she played Queen of Motown Diana Ross in the Michael Jackson biopic, but certain legal considerations affected a few scenes, including the ones filmed with the incredible cast.
Film
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
3 days ago

The Secret to Having a Good Vibe (That Others Can't Resist)

A seven-minute Buddhist practice can significantly improve feelings of connection and well-being towards others.
Real estate
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4 days ago

SF Drag Queen Katya Smirnoff-Skyy Launches New Career as Realtor, In Full Drag

Katya Smirnoff-Skyy, a drag queen, is successfully using her persona to market real estate on social media in San Francisco.
#rupauls-drag-race
fromInc
5 days ago

The Power of the Hyphen: Building Business, Impact, and the Future of Entertainment with Eva Longoria

Eva Longoria's multi-hyphenate approach reveals how creative ambition, business strategy, and social impact can reinforce one another, shaping the business of entertainment on her own terms.
Fundraising
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

My Ex-Husband Moved On With a Celebrity. I Can't Watch.

Moving on from past relationships requires time and a focus on personal healing rather than resentment towards an ex's new life.
#madonna
SF LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Lesbians are reclaiming Madonna as we await her new album, Confessions on a Dance Floor: Part II | Tiff Bakker

Madonna's Instagram purge sparked excitement for the imminent release of Confessions on a Dance Floor: Part II, highlighting her enduring connection with the LGBTQ+ community.
Fashion & style
fromVulture
5 days ago

Please Return Madonna's Vintage Clothing

Madonna's vintage clothing, worn during her Coachella performance, went missing and holds significant personal value to her.
LA real estate
fromArchitectural Digest
4 years ago

Where Does Madonna Live? Here's Where the Queen of Pop Has Held Court Over the Years

Madonna has built an extensive real estate portfolio with properties in major cities worldwide over the past few decades.
Music
fromconsequence.net
1 week ago

Madonna Releases "I Feel So Free" Following Surprise Coachella Appearance

Madonna released the single 'I Feel So Free' from her upcoming album 'Confessions II', set for release on July 3rd.
NYC music
fromQueerty
5 days ago

Who stole Madonna's vintage Coachella outfit? An investigation - Queerty

Madonna's vintage outfit worn at Coachella has gone missing, prompting her to seek help from fans.
SF LGBT
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Lesbians are reclaiming Madonna as we await her new album, Confessions on a Dance Floor: Part II | Tiff Bakker

Madonna's Instagram purge sparked excitement for the imminent release of Confessions on a Dance Floor: Part II, highlighting her enduring connection with the LGBTQ+ community.
Fashion & style
fromVulture
5 days ago

Please Return Madonna's Vintage Clothing

Madonna's vintage clothing, worn during her Coachella performance, went missing and holds significant personal value to her.
Medicine
fromThe Atlantic
5 days ago

All the World Has Stage Fright

Propranolol is increasingly prescribed for stage fright due to its calming effects, reflecting changes in social interactions influenced by technology.
London music
fromBustle
6 days ago

Lily Allen's 'West End Girl' Tour Could've Been A Broadway Show

Lily Allen's album West End Girl showcases her marriage's dissolution, blending reality and fiction, and has received critical acclaim and nominations.
NYC parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Charlize Theron joins chorus of disapproval over Timothee Chalamet's ballet comments

Charlize Theron criticized Timothee Chalamet's disrespectful comments about ballet and opera, emphasizing the importance of these art forms and the challenges dancers face.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
1 day ago

AI himbos, political shade & Madonna on Grindr: This week's messiest gay moments recapped - Queerty

Queerty recaps major queer news stories, including a canceled gay AI influencer and backlash over a mayor's endorsement of a straight candidate.
NYC music
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 day ago

How Jesse Tyler Ferguson of Modern Family' Is Showing His Range

Jesse Tyler Ferguson transitioned from Broadway to television and now hosts a podcast while continuing to pursue diverse acting roles.
SF music
fromVulture
1 week ago

Karaoke With Isa Briones Is Not for the Weak

Isa Briones showcases her karaoke talent and impersonation skills while balancing roles in two contrasting productions.
Writing
fromDefector
2 days ago

Lena Dunham Can't Help Herself | Defector

Lena Dunham's memoir Famesick recounts her journey through fame, addiction, and personal growth, challenging narratives surrounding her life and career.
#the-devil-wears-prada
fromBustle
3 days ago
Fashion & style

Anne Hathaway's 'Devil Wears Prada' Character Is Now Serving Confidence

fromBustle
4 days ago
Film

Anna Wintour Had 1 Surprising Piece Of Feedback For 'The Devil Wears Prada 2'

fromBustle
3 days ago
Fashion & style

Anne Hathaway's 'Devil Wears Prada' Character Is Now Serving Confidence

fromBustle
4 days ago
Film

Anna Wintour Had 1 Surprising Piece Of Feedback For 'The Devil Wears Prada 2'

Television
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

In less than a year, I've watched all 15 seasons of The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills. I am not alone in this obsession | Caitlin Cassidy

Cohabiting reveals personal habits and dependencies, exemplified by an addiction to watching reality television.
Women in technology
fromVulture
4 days ago

It's Okay to Care, Mariah Carey

This year's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees are predominantly male and over 60, with only six women included, marking a disappointing decline.
Berlin music
fromenglish.elpais.com
4 days ago

Opera about a school massacre holds a mirror up to the brutality of the United States

Innocence, a Finnish opera by Kaija Saariaho, addresses the aftermath of school shootings, resonating deeply with American society's gun violence epidemic.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
5 days ago

Joan Semmel & Rama Duwaji

MoMA PS1's 'Greater New York' survey showcases early-career artists and captures the essence of New York City.
Women
fromThedrum
5 days ago

Influencer's Female Leaders: In Conversation With

The role of women in media has evolved, with significant increases in representation and leadership positions in recent years.
NYC LGBT
fromCurbed
2 days ago

What Is Ballroom Legend Leiomy Maldonado's NYQ?

Leiomy embodies the quintessential New Yorker with practical subway etiquette and a love for local food spots.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

Drag queen: 'I'll be bringing joy on marathon day'

My grandma was my biggest cheerleader to get to do this for her and to raise awareness and to help find a cure is just the most incredible feeling.
London politics
fromBustle
4 days ago

How The Creator Of 'Blood Love' Went From Nurse To Vampire Pop Star

"I always say they're literally eternal. They're cool and sexy, and everybody is intrigued by the thought of living forever. They're just something that we all could kind of relate to - it's that piece of mortality that feels so daunting. Like, 'What if that was lifted from my shoulders?'"
NYC music
Media industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Celebrity on celebrity: are we losing the art of the big star interview?

Wealthy businesspeople are increasingly held accountable, yet interviews among elites lack critical perspective and often become mutual admiration sessions.
Television
fromVulture
4 days ago

Parker Posey Is Running The Mob

Hulu's The Mob features celebrities competing for $250,000 in challenges inspired by mob movies, hosted by Parker Posey.
fromScary Mommy
2 weeks ago

Whitney Levitt Is Doing It All, Authentically & Apologetically Herself

I want to grow brands that I'm passionate about, and dirty soda has always been a part of my life. It wasn't just this viral moment that people who watch Secret Lives saw. It was something that's more sustainable.
Chicago
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Ellen DeGeneres' Oscars selfie: was this the moment pop culture shattered into a billion pieces?

The Oscars selfie marked the peak of monoculture, representing a shared cultural moment before the rise of diverse media choices.
fromQueerty
1 year ago

18 famous LGBTQ+ Tauruses who don't back down - Queerty

Tauruses do it with steady hands and a whole lot of heart, cultivating beauty and building something that lasts, embodying dependability and loyalty.
SF LGBT
Writing
fromScary Mommy
6 days ago

Meet The Vampire Pop Opera Created By A Mom Who Was Craving A Sexy Night Out

Carey Renee Sharpe created and starred in her own vampire musical, BLOOD/LOVE, as a creative outlet after years of caregiving.
#drag-race
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
3 days ago

This Drag Race alum is nearly unrecognizable in buff gym pics-but the glow-up doesn't stop there! - Queerty

Dusty Ray Bottoms has transformed her life post-Drag Race, focusing on fitness and performing in local theater after her initial season elimination.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
1 year ago

The Gay Internet wonders whether this 'Drag Race' queen can also be a "masc daddy" - Queerty

Sam Star blends masculine ruggedness with Drag Race glam, showcasing her love for football and a supportive relationship with NBA Hall of Famer Charles Barkley.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
3 days ago

This Drag Race alum is nearly unrecognizable in buff gym pics-but the glow-up doesn't stop there! - Queerty

Dusty Ray Bottoms has transformed her life post-Drag Race, focusing on fitness and performing in local theater after her initial season elimination.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
1 year ago

The Gay Internet wonders whether this 'Drag Race' queen can also be a "masc daddy" - Queerty

Sam Star blends masculine ruggedness with Drag Race glam, showcasing her love for football and a supportive relationship with NBA Hall of Famer Charles Barkley.
Fashion & style
fromIndependent
3 days ago

Tanya Sweeney: Cameron Diaz has accepted ageing, wrinkles and all - it's a pity the rest of society hasn't

Cameron Diaz's return to Hollywood exposes her to scrutiny over physical appearance, contrasting past beauty standards.
SF LGBT
fromQueerty
1 week ago

Honey Dijon on her proudest career moment: "I get to choose my day as a marginalized trans woman of color" - Queerty

Surviving as a marginalized trans woman of color, Honey Dijon emphasizes authenticity, cultural respect, and financial prudence in her successful music career.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Women's culture goes dark: why aren't there more femcel' movies?

Mainstream media has largely overlooked femcel culture, focusing instead on incel narratives and failing to represent women's roles in online radicalization.
Television
fromThe New Yorker
5 days ago

Now Streaming: Rich White Women with Emotional Problems in Peril

Rich White Women with Emotional Problems dominate streaming shows, with Nicole Kidman leading the genre.
Women in technology
fromJezebel
6 days ago

Does Charlize Theron's Internet Run a Month Behind?

Charlize Theron criticized Timothée Chalamet's comments on ballet and opera, emphasizing the importance of these art forms.
NYC LGBT
fromThe Independent
4 days ago

Meryl Streep: 'Would we have fashion without gay people?'

Meryl Streep expresses joy over the LGBTQ+ community's embrace of The Devil Wears Prada and its universal appeal across cultures.
Film
fromIndependent
5 days ago

Kirsty Blake Knox: The new 'Devil Wears Prada' movie brings back memories of my less glamorous time as a Vogue intern

The sequel to 'The Devil Wears Prada' will be released after 20 years, raising questions about its authenticity compared to the original.
NYC LGBT
fromThe Atlantic
3 days ago

The Confessional Era of Plastic Surgery

Denise Richards openly shared her facelift journey, including preparation, recovery, and post-op photos, promoting transparency in cosmetic surgery.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago

How becoming a drag queen allowed this trans man to finally be his complete self - LGBTQ Nation

Juniper Brown's journey through gender dysphoria led him to embrace his identity as a drag queen, overcoming childhood anxiety and adversity.
Fashion & style
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

Zoe Saldana says she spent years 'mastering' her makeup now she keeps it to one product

Zoe Saldana embraces a no-makeup philosophy, emphasizing cleanliness and minimalism influenced by her upbringing and family values.
NYC music
fromSFGATE
6 days ago

Madonna says her clothes 'went missing' at Coachella, offers reward

Sabrina Carpenter surprised fans at Coachella with Madonna, who later reported her vintage performance outfit missing.
NYC LGBT
fromVulture
3 days ago

Billy Porter Says He Hasn't Been Invited to the Met Gala Since 2019

Billy Porter attended the Met Gala once in 2019 and has not been invited back since.
Film
fromThe New Yorker
1 week ago

What Zendaya Leaves Unsaid

Zendaya's films often avoid focusing on race, raising questions about the impact on character development and emotional depth.
fromAdvocate.com
4 days ago

Broadway Bares goes undercover for its most seductive theme yet

Broadway Bares: License to Strip is a spy-inspired spectacle that leans into intrigue, fantasy, and a whole lot of skin, featuring over 200 dancers.
NYC LGBT
Film
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 week ago

How Grace Gummer, Meryl Streep's daughter, is carving out her own niche: Her mother's gift is now also hers'

Grace Gummer, daughter of Meryl Streep, stands out in Hollywood for her talent and discretion despite her privileged background.
NYC LGBT
fromQueerty
5 days ago

Cher or Madonna? Jim Parsons must choose who he would save from drowning - Queerty

Jim Parsons stars in the Broadway show Titaníque, performing in drag as Ruth Dewitt Bukater.
Film
fromBustle
1 week ago

The World Yearns For Amanda Seyfried In More Musicals

Amanda Seyfried is actively seeking musical roles and will star in Lin-Manuel Miranda's upcoming film Octet.
Fashion & style
fromQueerty
6 days ago

From the runway to OF, this men's fashion brand is serving lewks & lewds - Queerty

Louis Gabriel Nouchi's brand LGN combines sensual menswear with gender-fluid designs, recently launching an OF page to explore intimacy and desire.
NYC LGBT
fromArchitectural Digest
6 days ago

The Met Gala 2026 Livestream: Where to Watch This Year's "Fashion is Art" Ball

The Met Gala 2026 livestream will be hosted by Vogue on May 4, featuring the theme 'Fashion is Art'.
#anna-wintour
Fashion & style
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Anna Wintour's Vogue cover is more than a cameo it's a power play

Anna Wintour features on the cover of Vogue's May issue alongside Meryl Streep, marking a significant personal and professional milestone for her.
Fashion & style
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Anna Wintour's Vogue cover is more than a cameo it's a power play

Anna Wintour features on the cover of Vogue's May issue alongside Meryl Streep, marking a significant personal and professional milestone for her.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

Supermodel says only women can be bisexual: "Double standards exist for us all" - LGBTQ Nation

Jessica White's statement that bisexuality is acceptable for women but not men sparked controversy and amplified biphobic attitudes, with experts attributing such stigma to toxic masculinity and rigid gender expectations.
Arts
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Dancing in high heels is boosting these women's confidence 'exponentially'

A beginners heels dance class transforms exhaustion into energy, community, confidence, and empowerment for participants at Vibe Dance Studio.
LGBT
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

12 Powerful LGBTQ+ Celebrity Coming Out Stories That Helped Me Find My Voice

Black LGBTQ+ celebrities' public coming-out experiences provide crucial visibility that helps queer youth embrace their identities and live authentically.
fromVulture
2 months ago

Was Jenna Jameson the Ultimate Female Anti-hero?

Now, Lambert is back with JennaWorld, which aired its final episode on Monday, January 26. It traces businesswoman and "Queen of Porn" Jenna Jameson's life - from growing up in Las Vegas and finding stability working in porn to going all the way to the industry's financial climax and her eventual awkward, messy comedown. Jameson typifies what Lambert calls the female anti-hero.
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