Khalid Responds After Being Outed As Gay On Social Media
Khalid is one of the biggest R&B/pop artists in the music industry. On Friday (Nov. 22), the multi-platinum recording artist was outed for being gay by a disgruntled ex-partner on social media. The “Location” singer responded to the claims by confirming that he is a part of the LGBTQ+ community.Continue reading……
Gay, trans people voicing — and sometimes screaming — Trump concerns
At a popular LGBTQ cabaret in San Francisco’s South of Market neighborhood, Lisa Frankenstein wasn’t about to let the topic of Donald Trump go without mention. “I don’t know about all of you, but I’ve found it really hard to find a place to get my feelings out in a way that makes me feel…
Embracing pride and progress: Reflecting on 35 years of LGBTQIA+ advocacy in Africa
Koketso Rathumbu and esteemed panelists unpacked how violence still impacts the LGBTQIA+ community and how this marginalised population is affected by stigma and persisting barriers during a webinar in partnership with the Mail & Guardian…
FBI: Racist post-election texts also reported in Hispanic and LGBTQ+ communities
The FBI issued a statement Friday saying racist and threatening text messages sent to Black communities after the presidential election are also circulating in Hispanic and LGBTQ+ communities and reaching high school students.The big picture: Federal and state authorities initially reported on texts containing disturbing references to slavery…
FBI says bigoted text messages also sent to LGBTQ, Hispanic people
The U.S. FBI said on Friday that a spate of offensive text messages sent out in the wake of Donald Trump’s presidential election win and apparently aimed at Black Americans had expanded to target Hispanic and LGBTQ people. In a statement, the bureau said it was aware of the messages…
Layla film review: a bold tale of London and LGBTQ love
Layla film review and star rating: ★★★★ Independent film Layla begins with a Pride event that will look familiar to all those sceptical of Rainbow Capitalism. Bilal Hasna plays the title character, a British-Palestinian non-binary drag queen who lands a gig performing for a delivery app company…
Troye Sivan Takes Home Three ARIAs, Tells Epic One Night Stand Story in Acceptance Speech
LGBTQIA+ icon and Aussie music superstar Troye Sivan has walked away from last night’s ARIA Awards with a whopping three wins. Sivan bagged three awards: Best Pop Release, Solo Artist … The post Troye Sivan Takes Home Three ARIAs, Tells Epic One Night Stand Story in Acceptance Speech appeared first on Star Observer…
Actress Susan Sarandon Says She’s Single and Open to Dating Any Gender
Iconic LGBTQIA+ movie Rocky Horror Picture Show star Susan Sarandon opened up to The Times this week in an interview about her life and her dating preferences. The Hollywood star, … The post Actress Susan Sarandon Says She’s Single and Open to Dating Any Gender appeared first on Star Observer…
June Marie Bennett, Who Played Iconic Barmaid ‘Shirl’ in Priscilla, Has Sadly Passed Away
June Marie Bennett — a Broken Hill celebrity, longtime LGBTQIA+ advocate and icon, and a sparkling Australian entertainer — has sadly passed away. Bennett become a local and national celebrity … The post June Marie Bennett, Who Played Iconic Barmaid ‘Shirl’ in Priscilla, Has Sadly Passed Away appeared first on Star Observer…