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Arts & Entertainment

Notorious B.I.G. producer and sexual health advocate Mister Cee dead at 57

After being arrested for soliciting male sex workers, the legendary producer launched a “new sexual revolution” campaign where he encouraged people to use protection and not hide who they are.

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Voices

How Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter advances equality

The hit album is much more than simply a genre detour for the superstar.
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Music

Morgxn is proudly queering Southern music - here's how

The nonbinary singer tells us why he ditched L.A. for a very different life in Tennessee.

The Advocate's Jake Shears cover: Go behind the scenes
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The Advocate's Jake Shears cover: Go behind the scenes

On Advocate Channel's new program, Cover to Cover, host Stephen Walker shows the making of The Advocate's Entertainment issue.

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Politics

Elliot Page, Allison Russell & Mae Martin among 400+ artists bashing 'destructive' anti-trans laws

Carly Rae Jepsen, Elliot Page,and Mae Martin are among over 400 celebrities that have signed a letter opposing to the rise of anti-LGBTQ+ laws in Canada.

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People

Trans woman assailed during Kanye West's Rolling Loud set beats back 'bullies' (exclusive)

Blu Linares recently told The Advocate about her reaction to the viral video of her assault, and the moments leading up to it.

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People

Pastor warns against gospel music  because '78%' of musicians are gay

Ghanaian pastor and musician Sonnie Badu says that even gospel music isn't safe from the evil gays.

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Arts & Entertainment

Olivia Rodrigo gives away free Plan B at Missouri show, calls for 'funding abortion'

Olivia Rodrigo gave away free boxes of Julie — emergency contraception also known as Plan B — at her recent show in St. Louis, Mo., where abortion is a felony.

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News

Lady Gaga defends Dylan Mulvaney from transphobes: 'This is not backlash. This is hatred'

If you thought Lady Gaga would let transphobia slide, we'd like to visit the rock you've been living under for the past 15 years.
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Music

Melissa Etheridge on how 'my queerness protected me' in a music scene unforgiving to women

While it hasn't been easy, being queer has given Melissa Etheridge a unique perspective on the music industry.

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Music

Watch Brandi Carlile perform new song 'That’s Why We Love Nature' on 'Sesame Street'

Brandi Carlile and Sesame Street is an unexpectedly perfect combination.

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Music

Out country music personality Cody Alan on Beyoncé busting the genre’s barriers for other Black women

Beyoncé has already made history in the music industry, now she's the first Black woman to top Billboard’s country chart.
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People

Allison Russell speaks out after Tennessee Republicans' snub: 'Pretty blatant'

Instead of focusing on the "blatant" behavior of state Republicans, Allison Russell says "we need to motivate, encourage, and empower the voters in Tennessee to show up at the polls."

Beyoncé's "Single Ladies," TLC's "No Scrubs," and Britney Spears' "Stronger"
Music

10 empowering single girly anthems to add to your Valentine's Day playlist

While everyone around us is all boo'd up, we're gonna be rocking these song nonstop!

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Arts & Entertainment

Yes, Dixon Dallas knows he's driving conservatives, rednecks, and all the gays mad

The controversial country singer is opened up all about his haters, his lovers, and his new heartbreak anthem.

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Music

Zara Larsson's new album is so queer, and she's not afraid to admit it

The fierce ally sits down with The Advocate to talk all about her new record Venus, which was heavily influenced by her LGBTQ+ fanbase.

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Arts & Entertainment

Here are the best LGBTQ+ moments you missed on the Grammys red carpet

The queer community made quite the splash at this year's prestigious awards.

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Arts & Entertainment

Pentatonix's Scott Hoying & husband Mark Hoying are ready to start a family (exclusive)

The adorable hubbies are gearing up for their next chapter and chatting with The Advocate on the Grammys red carpet.
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Music

9 queerest moments of the 2024 Grammy Awards

The LGBTQ+ community just keeps on winning.

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Music

Here are all the artists performing at the 2024 Grammys

Get ready for the Grammys tonight!