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Paul Mescal wishes he portrayed this iconic gay role

While you won't see him reimagine the role of Sonny Wortzik in Dog Day Afternoon any time soon, you can see him in the upcoming The History of Sound.

Live From 'American Idol'

A report from inside the Nokia Theatre on the last showdown between the small-town guy and the big (possibly) gay hope.

WATCH: Secret Lives of Americans Profiles Trans Man

The Pivot series joins a young African-American trans man as he comes out to his colleagues and employers, after years of hiding who he really is.

REPORT: Trans Americans 4 Times More Likely to Be Impoverished

Is there a financial penalty for being transgender in America? The extent of the answers have some serious implications, according to a groundbreaking new report.

Many trans Americans are living in fear. But LGBTQ+ advocates see a reprieve in statehouses

The number of anti-LGBTQ+ bills being signed into law has shifted in the last year, leaving advocates feeling “cautiously optimistic” over a turning of the legislative tide.

It's Time to Pay Attention to Older Americans Living With HIV, Advocates Say

In observance of National HIV/AIDS and Aging Awareness Day, here's a look at some of the issues this population faces.

Jim Obergefell: Amy Coney Barrett Would Narrow LGBTQ+ Americans' Lives

LGBTQ+ people would face something Barrett herself cautioned against: "a shallow and unfulfilling life," says the marriage equality plaintiff.

LGBT Ugandans File Suit Against Antigay American Pastor

The first case of its kind, Sexual Minorities Uganda v. Scott Lively seeks to hold the antigay American pastor responsible for his persecution of LGBT people in Uganda.

Pastor Proud to Be Inspiration for Russian "Homosexual Propaganda" Ban

Outspoken American pastor Scott Lively claims to have inspired Russia's recent ban on "homosexual propaganda."

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.

House budget cuts could devastate LGBTQ+ people's health care: What you need to know

It would have terrible consequences for transgender Americans, impoverished LGBTQ+ people, and those living with HIV.

DECISION DAY: LGBT AMERICANS WAIT ANXIOUSLY FOR 'LEGITIMACY'

When the Supreme Court rules today at 10 a.m. ET, lives of LGBT Americans could change forever.

Trump Claims He Supports Gay Equality in Letter to Log Cabin Republicans

The president promised to "ensure that all Americans live in a country where they feel safe and where their opportunities are limitless."

Marriage Census: How Many of Us Can Marry Who We Love?

Once California formally reinstates marriage equality, one third of Americans will live in a state that recognizes the freedom to marry.

Copenhagen’s Mayor Blasted U.S. Counterpart Over Anti-LGBTQ+ Moves

She said that if the American town wanted to live up to its claim to be Danish, they’d be much more welcoming to the LGBTQ+ community..

What It Feels Like When Racist Steve King Is Your Congressman

Karen Mackey, a Native American lesbian who lives in the congressman's district, finds his racist, anti-LGBTQ rhetoric "horrifying." 

Suspect in Death of Gay Man Scott Johnson Pleads Guilty to Manslaughter

Johnson, an American living in Australia, died after plunging from a cliff. His family has insisted for years that there was foul play involved.

Trump’s Trans Military Ban Is No Match for Their Love

Logan and Laila Ireland became the face of transgender Americans serving in the military whose lives are now in flux, but their happy marriage can't be diminished.

Bloody But Unbowed, LGBT Orlando Tries to Carry On

Victims and hostages speak out after the deadliest mass shooting in American and LGBT history claimed 49 lives at Pulse nightclub in Orlando.