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September 18, 2008

Brad Pitt to Give $100,000 to Fight California Marriage Ban

Brad Pitt to Give $100,000 to Fight California Marriage Ban

Hollywood A-lister Brad Pitt announced on Wednesday he's donating $100,000 to fight Proposition 8, the November ballot initiative that could ban same-sex marriage in California.

The Los Angeles Times reports that Pitt's contribution is the largest anti-Prop. 8 donation by a celebrity.

"Because no one has the right to deny another their life, even though they disagree with it; because everyone has the right to live the life they so desire if it doesn't harm another; and because discrimination has no place in America, my vote will be for equality and against Proposition 8," the actor said in a statement.

Political strategist Chad Griffin told the Times that he hopes Pitt's donation spurs more celebrity donors. He added that Democratic billionaire Ron Burkle plans to host a large fund-raiser at his home in October to rally the entertainment industry against Prop. 8.

Recent weeks have been marred by reports that the Yes on 8 campaign has seen a huge influx of cash support from wealthy evangelical donors. According to reports, the bulk of the donations have come from outside California. (Neal Broverman, The Advocate)

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  • Name: Courtney
    Date posted: 2008-10-28 9:48 PM
    Hometown: Buena Park

    Comment:

    Bravo.


  • Name: stavros Giannakopoulos
    Date posted: 2008-09-24 7:31 PM
    Hometown: athens greece

    Comment:

    Thank's Brad. Greece is in the courts for the gay marriage in this moment. But the rich gay people in Greece they are all in the closet and nobody helps us. Anyway we will win. And american friends you will win as well. Good luck.


  • Name: slambanog
    Date posted: 2008-09-19 12:31 AM
    Hometown: Manila, Philippines

    Comment:

    The gay rights movement will go by the same path as the fight for women's equality and black civil rights movement. I think in less than 3 decades, discrimination against gays will not go away but will become politically incorrect. I propose the gay community put up a wall of hate to have famous homophobes' names chiselled on this wall for everyone to see in all eternity. makes those who wants to play the gay-threat game rethink their agenda and also in the future, those leaning towards discrimination against other groups might think twice or forever be etched in history.


  • Name: Robert W.
    Date posted: 2008-09-18 9:30 PM
    Hometown: San Antonio, TX

    Comment:

    Thank You Brad Pitt for your support of the LGBT Community. I hope that with the subject of Gay Marriage comes up again here in TX you will be willing to donate another large amount for us too. I-Rate either come out of your closet or go back, lock the door behind you and stay in there.


  • Name: steve
    Date posted: 2008-09-18 9:27 PM
    Hometown: roswell, georgia

    Comment:

    Brad is as fine inside as he is outside. Both he and Angelina do wonderful things and deserve tremendous admiration and respect. With regard to I-Rate and his homophobic babble, I'm curious as to why you're reading a gay based magazine. Stop struggling and start celebrating your homosexuality!


  • Name: Plasticanimalz
    Date posted: 2008-09-18 7:14 PM
    Hometown: Los Angeles

    Comment:

    Hey I-Rate, I find it a funny comparison that the majority of those that like to make bigot remarks against homosexuals always sound like illiterate rednecks. Much like when Klan members would go on TV to promote white power and sound much the same. I also find it funny that you state your hometown as "Not homophobic - just heterosexual." Dear, dear, boy, so, how much gay porn have you watched already? Was it like Reverand Falliwell or whichever "other" closet case like yourself who said he was watching gay porn in order to view the sin, because he was so repulsed by it? Thanks Brad for making redneck closet cases like I-Rate look even more ignorant, and for your loving contribution and support towards us.


  • Name: eugene
    Date posted: 2008-09-18 6:29 PM
    Hometown: phoenix

    Comment:

    namaste brad and angelina. thank you so much!


  • Name: jessie
    Date posted: 2008-09-18 6:20 PM
    Hometown: inglewood

    Comment:

    I-rate is funny...what are you doing on a gay site? its nice to know there are open minded people out there, unlike misinformed i-rate who lumps pedophilia with homosexuality...those two are no where near alike...men and women who like small children prefer them because of their bodies lack of maturity not because they prefer same sex...stop being so moronic and inform yourself before you say something more foolish and ignorant...


  • Name: Tom
    Date posted: 2008-09-18 5:21 PM
    Hometown: san jose, ca

    Comment:

    Wonderful news. I new Pitt was an ally, but didn't know how much of an ally. I wish I could afford to give $100K to oppose this thing. I'm glad that one of those who can does. Many thanks.


  • Name: bean67
    Date posted: 2008-09-18 5:13 PM
    Hometown: Los Angeles

    Comment:

    Learn how to spell properly dumbass! If you want your people to take your rants seriously then use proper English.


  • Name: Chris
    Date posted: 2008-09-18 5:03 PM
    Hometown: Chicago, IL

    Comment:

    Anta Bryant is back on the scene, but is now known as the mayor of Fort Lauderdale and sometime goes by the name of Sally Kern.


  • Name: J. C.
    Date posted: 2008-09-18 4:43 PM
    Hometown: Fort Lauderdale, FL

    Comment:

    It would be nice if wealthy celebrities would donate to "VOTE NO ON 2" in Florida which would abolish recognition of domestic partnerships and make marriage between a male and female the only legal "partnership contract." It means that those people who are legally registered as domestic partners (both gay and straight) would lose "spousal" insurance benefits, etc., that they now enjoy as well as the right to act as next of kin. You would think Anita Bryant was back on the scene!


  • Name: Chris Sullivan
    Date posted: 2008-09-18 4:28 PM
    Hometown: Chicago, IL

    Comment:

    i-rate is an a-hole. Period. His arrogance is exceeded only by his ignorance. He is better off ignored.


  • Name: Chris
    Date posted: 2008-09-18 4:26 PM
    Hometown: Gunnison

    Comment:

    Thanks Brad! Your support for equality is greatly appreciated!!!


  • Name: JC (not that one)
    Date posted: 2008-09-18 4:16 PM
    Hometown: NYC

    Comment:

    iRate just needs to accept himself and come out of the closet. Over the years I've seen so many of these types express their frustration and confusion this way and the later on, surprise, surprise look who's sucking c_ck too. Like the previous person had said, we'll be here for you then, because we know it's those 'small town/small mind' values are what is screwing you and up America. And by the way, it was most certainly Gay men who helped Brad's career in many ways (not to mention ticket sales!). THANKS BRAD, you're an angel. Bless you and your gorgeous family (inside, and out)!


  • Name: Suzy
    Date posted: 2008-09-18 2:41 PM
    Hometown: Miami

    Comment:

    When wealthy gay celebrities dont contribute to NO on 8, they do the gay community a disservice. THE PUBLIC IS AWARE.


  • Name: eric johnson
    Date posted: 2008-09-18 1:09 PM
    Hometown: salt lake city, utah

    Comment:

    Bruce Batisan, founder of Word Perfect, donated $1 million. I'd say that's making a statement.


  • Name: Josh
    Date posted: 2008-09-18 12:50 PM
    Hometown: Los Angeles

    Comment:

    Goodness, you make a fool of yourself iRate. Anyway, this is a wonderful contribution. Although I've never been that fond of Pitt, except for his role in SE7EN... I can say that I've gained a significant amount of respect for him. I look forward to seeing iRate in the next edition of the Darwin Awards!


  • Name: yours truly
    Date posted: 2008-09-18 11:17 AM
    Hometown: Los Angeles

    Comment:

    iRate, if you hate us 'phukn phaggots' so much, why are you checking out a gay site. Maybe because you're 'phuken phaggot' yourself? It's ok, once you decide to accept yourself and come out of the closet, we'll be here for you :) Now why don't you just go get 'phuked, you know you want it.


  • Name: iRate
    Date posted: 2008-09-18 10:39 AM
    Hometown: NotHomophobic_JustHeterosexual

    Comment:

    "WTG Brad!" ??? Well, who made Brad popular? Wasn't you phaggots now was it! Who knew Brad Pitt was such a phukn phaggot himself... Fuh Q "Brad"! nothing makes that "lifestyle" any more acceptable or even better than pedophilia and those who might prefer bestiality and glorify it as honorable in their own sight in lieu of the perversion it would be and IS for so many of the rest of us. Freakn sick bassturds... Stay in California you phuqs!


  • Name: eddy
    Date posted: 2008-09-18 6:20 AM
    Hometown: san francisco

    Comment:

    Bravo Brad!!!


  • Name: Daryl
    Date posted: 2008-09-18 5:58 AM
    Hometown: Indy

    Comment:

    Brad, You've always been an idol to look up to and admire. You've had lots of fans, and never cared if they were gay or straight. As now as a father, your setting an example that really makes you stand out as a model citizen. BRAVO!


  • Name: vk
    Date posted: 2008-09-18 1:21 AM
    Hometown: arlington, va

    Comment:

    How awesome (and interesting) is it that the first celeb to donate big is a straight actor and father? What a statement to make from someone who clearly has no agenda since he is not married; someone who simply thinks everyone should have equal rights! I'll be supporting all of his past and future projects. His kids are very lucky. Go BRAD!!!


  • Name: Matt
    Date posted: 2008-09-17 11:26 PM
    Hometown: Lincoln

    Comment:

    Thank you Brad! We appreciate your gift! Now, EQCA and HRC, have you contacted all the other celebrities that Joey listed above? And you celebrities, even if you don't donate, if you could just write a letter to the editor, that would be appreciated.


  • Name: Joey
    Date posted: 2008-09-17 11:03 PM
    Hometown: SF

    Comment:

    Thanks Brad!!! But where are all the weathy GAY celebrities who have not donated??? Where is... David Geffen? Rosie O'Donnell? Ellen DeGeneres? Melissa Ethridge? Tom Ford? Harvey Fierstein? Elton John? Indigo Girls? Nathan Lane? Annie Leibovitz? Johnny Mathis? Ian McKellan? Morissey? Michael Stipes? Why have none of you stepped forward at this time of need??? This is so sad, we need YOU.


  • Name: David Roberts
    Date posted: 2008-09-17 10:36 PM
    Hometown: Chicago

    Comment:

    For Brad Pitt: Thank you for the support of a gay persons right to live our lives just as any other americain. Respectfully David


  • Name: Pablo Chagoya
    Date posted: 2008-09-17 10:32 PM
    Hometown: Chicago

    Comment:

    Thanks Brad!!


  • Name: supershy
    Date posted: 2008-09-17 8:16 PM
    Hometown: marion

    Comment:

    thanks alot brad! where's mccain- admiring jolie's donation?she can help out the glbt kiddies who might have to live with this when they grow up.now can someone tell me who these rich donors who gave to the other side are? i want to boycott them forever!!!!see...some of us can still hold a grudge on these matters.


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