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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.
Ethel Cain apology
Arts & Entertainment

Ethel Cain apologizes for resurfaced 'racist statements,' alleges 'smear campaign'

The Preacher's Daughter singer claimed there was a "cooperative effort" to target her and also revealed she is a victim of sexual assault.

Hacks show Debra and Ava singing karaoke Paul Reubens HBO documentary Peewee As Himself Noah Wylie in the pitt
Arts & Entertainment

GALECA announces 2025 Dorian TV Award winners—here's the full list

Hacks, The Pitt, and Pee-wee as Himself are the big winners this year!
Cyndi Lauper DJ Tracy Young
Arts & Entertainment

How Cyndi Lauper’s invitation to join her farewell tour saved DJ Tracy Young’s life

The Grammy-winning DJ and producer opens up about how Cyndi Lauper’s farewell tour became her resurrection from crippling grief and depression.

​Ricky Cornish at Electric Forest with friends.
Travel

Electric Forest is a once-in-a-lifetime experience for everyone in the LGBTQ+ community

This staple Michigan festival also serves as a magical Pride event that'll blow you away.

queer paintings by Richard Everett Fox showing at Oli Gallery celebrating 10 years since Obergfel V Hodges decision
Arts & Entertainment

Rekindle gay love & longing with these 6 Richard Everett Fox paintings

A new Richard Everett Fox exhibition at Oli Gallery, in Guerneville, California, honors the 10th anniversary of marriage equality.

Days of Our Lives Paul and Andrew get married
Arts & Entertainment

'Days of Our Lives' couple Paul and Andrew wed at the 10th anniversary of marriage equality ruling

In a genre often dismissed for melodrama, Days of Our Lives has again found a way to make something beautiful and urgent out of love.

I Kissed a Girl; The Ultimatum: Queer Love; Coming out for Love
Arts & Entertainment

11 lesbian & sapphic reality dating shows & where to watch them

Craving more lesbian love and chaos on your TV? We got you covered.
book cover actress of a certain age Jeff Hiller
Arts & Entertainment

Jeff Hiller’s new memoir is a love letter to late bloomers and those who were bullied


The title of the book, Actress of a Certain Age, is a testament to Hiller’s humor and journey.

Tiny Chef needs your help video
Arts & Entertainment

Tiny Chef is a queer icon—and he needs our help

The award-winning show about a sassy stop-motion chef has been canceled — but there's a movement to save him.

Elio disney pixar movie
Arts & Entertainment

Queer subtext in Disney's 'Elio' was reportedly cut by Pixar

After out director Adrian Molina left the film, reports claims that the lead character became "more masculine."

drag queen at LGBTQIA pride march holding JK Rowling protest sign Manchester UK 2023 alongside Booksmith an independent bookstore located in Haight Ashbury neighborhood San Francisco CA
News

San Francisco bookstore drops ‘Harry Potter’ over J.K. Rowling’s anti-trans donations

The Booksmith recently posted a notice letting customers know that they would not be selling the Harry Potter series

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David Michael Hawkins
Arts & Entertainment

This Nashville country singer is opening up about his sexuality and HIV status in new song 'Sin'

"I don't expect terrestrial country radio to pick me or play this song. It's not meant for them," says David Michael Hawkins. "The song is meant for queer people who hear themselves in the lyrics. It's meant for people, like me, who were raised on country music, who can finally relate to a song."

Sandra Valls makes her Broadway debut in 'Real Women Have Curves'
Broadway

Sandra Valls makes her Broadway debut in 'Real Women Have Curves'

The multi-talented queer entertainer has made her Broadway dreams come true at 59: “I’m so happy that I had faith in myself.”

Superman 2025
Arts & Entertainment

Yes, Superman is an immigrant. He's also a gay icon.

Conservatives are calling the new Superman film 'Superwoke.' Wait until they find out just how queer the Man of Steel's story really is.

Jesse Tyler Ferguson
Arts & Entertainment

Jesse Tyler Ferguson says 'Modern Family' criticism was 'loudest' from the gay community

Ferguson starred as Mitchell Pritchett for 11 years on the hit sitcom Modern Family.

Cast of 'Queer Eye' Visits the Empire State Building
Arts & Entertainment

'Queer Eye,' Netflix's longest-running reality show, to end after Season 10

The Fab Five will no longer continue giving makeovers after this last season.

AJ Bloum
Arts & Entertainment

'The Ultimatum: Queer Love's AJ Bloum stole hearts & caught heat — but did she get her dream girl?

“Without this process, I really would not be here in a vibrant relationship with the love of my life today,” Bloum tells sister brand PRIDE.com.

Sarah Jessica Parker, Kristin Davis, and Cynthia Nixon in And Just Like That
Arts & Entertainment

Sarah Jessica Parker and the 'And Just Like That...' cast share their love of queer community for Pride Month

The And Just Like That... star says attacks on LGBTQ+ people are "a great disservice" and a "cruel swipe."

Humans of Pride panel discussion in a theater
Arts & Entertainment

Inside ‘Humans of Pride,’ a documentary showing why Pride still matters

The film captures the spirit of WorldPride 2019, commemorating 50 years since the Stonewall Riots in 1969 by threading together archival footage, intimate interviews, protest footage, and cameos from over 50 LGBTQ+ leaders and trailblazers.

April Ashley HBO documentary Enigma
Arts & Entertainment

Why HBO's 'Enigma' is a must-see doc for trans young people

Zackary Drucker's new documentary examines the lives of two trans women who took very different paths to survival, and offers a path forward for all of us.