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Trixie Mattel is broadening the horizons of drag performance
Drag superstar, performing musician, cosmetics innovator, YouTube sensation, comedian—Trixie Mattel seems to do it all. Winner of the third season of RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars, Mattel has already recorded three albums of original music, launched a successful cosmetics line, published a New York Times bestseller, released her own documentary and racked up over a […]
Yves has a mission in life to do something greater with his work
When we think about influence in an age where anyone with access to the internet and a substantial following is dubbed as an “influencer,” I raise the question of what the requirements are on the topic. Influence has the capacity to have an effect on the character, development or behavior of someone or something—or the […]
Kane Caples knows inclusivity starts with self-acceptance and community
Kane Caples is a multifaceted personality who is transforming every project they touch. Caples is a passionate skateboarder, working to promote the sport and the community more broadly. They have also made a major effect through fashion, interviews and the culture at large, appearing with a diverse range of platforms, from Thrasher and Vanity Fair […]
Trixie Mattel says drag culture and pop music are both forms of theater
Trixie Mattel, aka Brian Michael Firkus, is well-known among drag fans for winning the third season of RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars. The performing sensation has recorded three albums of original music and launched a successful cosmetics line. If that wasn’t enough, she also published a New York Times bestseller, appeared in a documentary and […]
chloe moriondo thinks people should "experiment with their identity"
When chloe moriondo was growing up, there weren’t many lesbian artists for her to see as role models. Now, she tells me over Zoom, she’s thrilled to see LGBTQIA+ kids have so much more representation: “Kehlani just came out. That was cool! I love to see it. I love other lesbians in music and art. […]
Nickelodeon confirms SpongeBob is part of the LGBTQ+ community
Nickelodeon is celebrating Pride Month in a big way this year by spotlighting characters and actors who are part of the LGBTQ+ community. SpongeBob SquarePants was included in the brand’s tweet, and the internet is ecstatic. On Saturday morning, Nickelodeon tweeted, “Celebrating #Pride with the LGBTQ+ community and their allies this month and every month.” […]
Rammstein members defy Russia's anti-LGBTQ policies with onstage kiss
Rammstein guitarists Paul Landers and Richard Kruspe are taking a stand in defiance against Russia’s anti-LGBTQ stance by kissing one another onstage. The band later took to Instagram to share a photo of the kiss after the show. Read more: Brendon Urie shares metal track clip he created while “stoned and drunk” This isn’t the first […]
Halsey shuts down accusation of using LGBTQ community for marketing
Halsey has clapped back after someone accused her of using the LGBTQ community as a marketing strategy. The openly bisexual artist recently posted photos on social media from a show in Brazil, some in which she’s shown holding a Pride flag. Read more: Foo Fighters, Pearl Jam members join ultimate rock jam set at festival […]
Is Ryan Reynolds giving Deadpool a nod in Taylor Swift’s video?
Taylor Swift dropped a music video for her new song “You Need To Calm Down” featuring plenty of LGBTQ+ pride, a few of our scene favorites and a little appearance from Deadpool A few days ago, Swift dropped the track and announced that a star-studded video was coming. Read more: Poppy talks shift to heavier […]
All Time Low release Pride merch with proceeds benefitting LGBTQ+ youth
All Time Low have released a collection of merch in honor of Pride Month that will benefit LGBT+ youth. All of the proceeds for the merch line benefit The Trevor Project, a suicide prevention and crisis intervention organization for LGBT+ youth. Read more: Instagram allows users to add song lyrics to stories now The hoodie […]
10 coolest Vans collabs you’ll wish you owned immediately
Don’t let the simple black-and-white checkered pattern fool you. Vans is more than just a catchy slogan or go-to brand for scenesters. Take a look at these amazing crossovers that show the best of Vans’ devotion to art and pop culture. Read more: SpongeBob Squarepants-inspired Nike collab is on the way 1. Marvel Marvel and […]
Disneyland Paris to host first-ever Pride celebration
Disney is finally hosting an official Pride event, and it’s about time. Disneyland Paris is set to become the first Disney park to host a Pride event. It is set to take place June 1. Read more: Fan thinks ‘Avengers: Infinity War’ trailer was actually trailer for ‘Endgame’ There will be special events and activities […]
Virgin Airlines now selling tickets for first ever 'Pride' flight
Virgin Airlines is set to make history next year with their first-ever “Pride Flight,” a flight that is set to be operated by an all LGBTQ crew. Read more: “You be you:” New York City mayor signs bill adding third gender option With next year marking the 50th anniversary of the 1969 Stonewall Riots, New York City has […]
“You be you:” New York City mayor signs bill adding third gender option
New York City just became the next location to add a third gender option to birth certificates, marking a huge victory for the LGBTQ community. NYC joins the ranks of similar passings in Oregon, Washington, D.C., Maine, Washington and California. Mayor Bill De Blasio signed a bill Tuesday adding the option of a third gender, […]
Disney releases rainbow Mickey ears just in time for Pride Month
[Photo by: joeygraceffa/Instagram] We didn't think it was possible for Disney to get any more magical, but with their new rainbow ears, they absolutely did. Just in time for Pride Month, which takes place in June, Disney released rainbow ears, and we need them now. Read more: 14 of our favorite music videos that celebrate LGBTQ […]
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