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David Geffen sued by estranged husband Donovan Michaels, accused of 'exploitation'

Michaels, 32, alleges that Geffen, 82, exploited a “vulnerable, marginalized young gay Black man.”

Heritage Foundation cofounder Edwin Feulner dead at 83

The Heritage Foundation announced cofounder Edwin Feulner's passing Friday, though it did not reveal the time or cause of death.

Heavy metal icon and gay rights supporter Ozzy Osbourne dies at 76

The Black Sabbath singer gave money to gay causes and was outspoken in his support of the LGBTQ+ community.

Jonathan Capehart confirms he’s the latest high-profile voice to leave Jeff Bezos’s Washington Post

The award-winning and respected gay journalist announced the move on Tuesday.

Bob the Drag Queen says, 'No one should be speaking to Charlie Kirk'

The drag legend is the latest celebrity to criticize California Gov. Gavin Newsom for platforming right-wing talking points.

Kamala Harris’s former spokesman celebrates his bold gay love story on his wedding day (in photos)

When Ernie Apreza and Kyle Labarry got married in Seattle on July 5, they didn’t just celebrate a nearly 10-year relationship; they honored every person who had walked beside them to get there.

5 lesbian power couples who play for the same sports team

These couples are winning at love and in sports!

15 pics of NYC Woof Fest: Paws for Pride 2025 that prove dogs & drag queens are the cutest combo

Puppies in silly costumes are all you need to brighten your day!

27 photos from Central Alabama Pride 2025 that prove queer joy is thriving in the south

Pride Month brought the magic to Magic City!

The Old Guard's Charlize Theron and cast on centuries-old same-sex love stories

Theron and Marwan Kenzari chat with Out about their on-screen love stories whether queer or platonic.

David Archuleta on loving sexy crop tops & the skin he's in

The American Idol finalist is living more out and proud than ever before.

The 50th Invasion of the Pines: See pics of queer joy & drag

It was a milestone year for the Fire Island drag tradition, the celebration of which was hosted by the commercial district's new majority proprietor, Tryst Hospitality.

Mila Myles is the chief spokesperson for Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer. She’s also transgender

In a time of rising anti-trans sentiment in Republican states, Democratic-led Delaware responds with progressive policies and inclusive representation.

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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How one trans veteran secretly transitioned under Trump’s first presidency

Air Force vet Austen O'Hara shares his harrowing story of transitioning while still in active duty.

Sally Ride told her partner it was OK to come out 10 days before her death

“We had a wonderful relationship from the time we were kids until we became lovers,” Tam O'Shaughnessy said.

Brandon Wolf won’t return to Orlando’s Pulse nightclub where he survived the murder of friends who never left

On Thursday, nine years after he survived the deadliest mass shooting in U.S. history at the time, he will carry the victims’ stories forward but won’t set foot back into the condemned building.

Hate crime or neighborhood feud?  Everything we know so far about Jonathan Joss's killing

In the midst of a feud with his suspected killer, Joss dealt with the loss of his house and pets, financial hardships, and substance abuse.

San Antonio police were 'premature' in saying Jonathan Joss's murder wasn't a hate crime, police chief says

"We issued a statement the day after Jonathan Joss's murder that was way, way, way premature. Shouldn't have done it," Police Chief William McManus said.