Cynthia Nixon is leaning into queer joy, art, and family between protests
The Gilded Age and And Just Like That... star graces the cover of our annual Pride issue and opens up about balancing career, family, and fighting for equality.
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Arts & Entertainment
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.
Benito Skinner shares 'Overcompensating' sex scenes secrets
The handsome actor is stripping down and depicting college hookups in his new comedy.
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Exciting gay updates on 'The Office' spin-off 'The Paper'
Here's what gays have to look forward to in the new Peacock series.
May 13 2025 4:33 PM
Broadway star Lea Salonga on helping her trans son to be 'a successful human being'
“Just love your kids and be proud that they are brave enough to fight for who they are,” she says.
May 13 2025 1:37 PM
Diane von Furstenberg’s husband Barry Diller spills the tea on the male celebs he’s dated
In his new memoir, media mogul Barry Diller opens up about his long-speculated sexuality and why he kept it hidden for so long.
May 12 2025 1:24 PM
Liev Schreiber speaks out about trans daughter for the very first time
"To be honest with you, it didn’t feel like that big of a deal," Schreiber said in a new interview.
May 12 2025 1:07 PM
Paul Fitzgerald, TV's first gay president from ‘The Residence,” talks bisexuality in Hollywood and beyond
“Being bi doesn’t mean I’m undecided. It means I’m whole,” says Paul Fitzgerald.
May 09 2025 5:30 AM
Night Court's Marsha Warfield on living out and proud later in life
A stand-up comedian first, she has clawed her way back, and now just past 70, she takes her life in stride.
May 06 2025 1:30 PM
Adam Lambert and Cynthia Erivo join forces for a biblical showdown
After stealing the show in Cabaret, Lambert’s next act might be his most electric yet.
May 05 2025 1:03 PM
Lady Gaga's Brazil concert faced a bomb plot targeting the LGBTQ+ community. Here's everything we know
Two people were arrested in Brazil for allegedly planning to bomb Lady Gaga's free concert.
May 05 2025 12:27 PM
Organizers confirm pulling WorldPride events from ‘inhospitable’ Kennedy Center — not canceled by it
“We saw the writing on the wall,” Capital Pride Alliance Executive Director Ryan Bos told The Advocate.
May 05 2025 10:14 AM
'The Last Of Us' director Kate Herron brings queer love to a 'harrowing world'
Ellie and Dina encounter Pride and queer joy in a pivotal episode discussed by The Last of Us director Kate Herron.
May 05 2025 5:30 AM
Her partner of 45 years developed Alzheimer’s. She's sharing their story to 'take away fear'
Sue began showing signs of Alzheimer’s disease about ten years ago. Since then, Janice has had to balance her work with caring for the love of her life.
May 02 2025 6:05 AM
Watch the trailer for 'Sally,' the documentary about pioneering lesbian astronaut Sally Ride
Ride flew to fame as the first American woman in space, but her 27-year relationship with Tam O'Shaughnessy became public knowledge only upon Ride's death.
May 01 2025 7:15 PM
Does playing sports lead to success for women? New podcast from 'L Word' star says yes
Rachel Shelley and field hockey star Nikki Symmons explore the surprising statistic in the 94%.
May 01 2025 12:43 PM
These 27 new LGBTQ+ movies & TV shows are heating up May
Another Simple Favor, Overcompensating, Murderbot, Fear Street: Prom Queen, Pee-Wee as Himself, and more are headed to your screen this month.
April 30 2025 3:07 PM
Their LGBTQ+ book is the most challenged in America. Here's why they aren't giving up
George M. Johnson's novel All Boys Aren't Blue released five years ago. Since then, it has become the most banned book in the country.
April 29 2025 1:41 PM
Lux Pascal is 'incredibly proud' of her big brother Pedro Pascal for defending trans people
“I’m incredibly proud, but the thing is that I’ve always known that he is a superstar," the out trans model and actor said.
April 28 2025 12:04 PM
Houston's Black Queer AF Week promises music, visibility, hope, and joy
Performances by JT, Voice winner Asher HaVon, and more are scheduled, along with drag, dancing, and networking opportunities.
April 25 2025 1:18 PM
Must-see LGBTQ+ films every straight ally should watch
The ultimate act of allyship is to watch, listen, and understand our stories.
April 24 2025 4:37 PM