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In the Arts & Entertainment section, The Advocate brings readers all the latest news on Hollywood, Broadway, and beyond. From New York to Los Angeles, The Advocate shines a spotlight on the stars of the screen who are lending their voices to support the LGBT community, as well as gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender individuals who are moving the cultural needle. Discover A-list interviews, the best gay movies and reviews of theater, music, books and television. Learn how Arts & Entertainment can shape national dialogue and can work to advance equality.

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Arts & Entertainment

Lisa Rinna says same-sex marriage is under attack and Americans will 'lose democracy' if Trump wins

The actress and former RHOBH star is sharing her political concerns as a grand marshal for Miami Beach Pride.

Reacher star Alan Ritchson criticized former President Donald Trump
Arts & Entertainment

'Reacher' star Alan Ritchson's SCATHING takedown of Trump is the best thing we've read all day

The hunky action-TV star tore down Donald Trump and the Catholic Church in one go!
xmen 97 fired creator beau demayo says season 1 episode 5 remember it inspired by Pulse nightclub shooting Orlando Florida
Arts & Entertainment

'X-Men '97's creator opens up about how Pulse & other real-world tragedies inspired the latest episode

Beau DeMayo has broken his silence on social media and is giving insight to the creation of the popular animated series.

11 celebs who love their LGBTQ+ siblings
Arts & Entertainment

11 celebs who love their LGBTQ+ siblings

These A-Listers will always have their queer siblings' backs!

Mary & George's Julianne Moore on Mary's sexual fluidity and queer relationship
television

Mary & George's Julianne Moore on Mary's sexual fluidity and queer relationship

Julianne Moore and Nicholas Galitzine chat with Advocate Channel about their royally queer characters in STARZ's Mary & George.

DJ producer sexual health advocate Biggie Smalls friend Mister Cee spins Empire Soundtrack Party Stage 48
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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Arts & Entertainment

Colton Underwood is hoping to create a gay reality TV dating show

Plus, the star is sharing an inspiring message to the LGBTQ+ community heading into this year's election.

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Politics

Watch Jimmy Kimmel's hilarious LGBTQ+ campaign video: 'You can't spell Biden without Bi'

"If Trump wins this November, democracy as we know it will sashay away," a Biden impersonator says in the sketch.

Harry Potter Stars daniel radcliffe emma watson pose red carpet premier along with transphobe jk rowling in middle
Arts & Entertainment

J.K. Rowling will 'not' forgive Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson for backing trans rights

There's nothing to forgive, Joanne, and here's why.

film still Apprentice Donald Trump Movie will premiere Cannes Film Festival 2024
Arts & Entertainment

Sebastian Stan is Donald Trump in new film set to premiere at Cannes Film Festival

Sebastian Stan and Jeremy Strong play Donald Trump and gay attorney Roy Cohn.

Beyonce Knowles honored Innovator 2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards
Voices

How Beyoncé's Cowboy Carter advances equality

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

John Cena in Fred The Movie
Arts & Entertainment

John Cena opens up about defending his gay brother when they were kids

The beloved actor and wrestler explained how protective he felt about his gay brother, Steve, as they grew up in a small town in Massachusetts.
Oliver Stark via Instagram; on 9-1-1
Arts & Entertainment

Oliver Stark claps back at backlash to his '9-1-1' character's first gay kiss

Stark’s character just had his first kiss with another man on ABC’s 9-1-1, and conservatives are predictably losing their minds.

Amy Schneider Jeopardy tournament transgender woman game show champion
Arts & Entertainment

Amy Schneider's come-from-behind win puts her ahead in 'Jeopardy!' tournament

The top woman and trans contest in the show's history is leading in the Jeopardy! Invitational Tournament.

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

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.

Mary & George, Chucky; We’re Here, Challengers
Arts & Entertainment

17 LGBTQ+ movies & TV shows coming in April 2024 & where to watch them

Mary & George, Chucky; We’re Here, Challengers, and more make for thrilling, queer viewing this month.

12 LGBTQ+ Hollywood power players
Print Issue

12 LGBTQ+ Hollywood power players

In our latest print issue, we celebrate just some of the amazing LGBTQ+ talents who are taking over the entertainment industry.
Carrie Anne Moss Lana Wachowski Keanu Reeves The Matrix Resurrections Premiere Screening Writer Drew Goddard
Arts & Entertainment

'Matrix 5' is in the works, and Lana Wachowski is back — but not as director

A fifth Matrix movie is in the works, but will not be directed by Lana or Lily Wachowski.

Housekeeping for Beginners' queer chosen family has rocky start in exclusive clip ​
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Housekeeping for Beginners' queer chosen family has rocky start in exclusive clip ​

Gay director Goran Stolevski's moving dramedy Housekeeping for Beginners depicts a breadth of love among queer chosen family. We have an exclusive clip.