Felice Picano, acclaimed gay author, has died at 81
Picano's works included novels such as The Lure, Onyx, and The Book of Lies, plus memoirs, poetry, nonfiction, and plays.
March 13, 2025
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Advocate editor in chief Bruce Steele to leave magazine
Bruce Steele, editor in chief of The Advocate since January 2003, is leaving the magazine effective October 6.
September 6, 2006
Op-ed: Living the (Gay) Life in North Carolina
Eight years ago, former Advocate editor in chief Bruce C. Steele moved from California to North Carolina. His adopted home still struggles with equality, but he's adjusted to life among the "mushy middle."
June 19, 2015
How these LGBTQ+ icons are reclaiming the American flag
A new documentary explores how, in a Trump-era America where queer symbols have been weaponized, LGBTQ+ people are reclaiming the country's flag.
August 5, 2025
Why Did The Advocate Redact Kevin Spacey’s Name in 2001?
The LGBT magazine's former editor in chief and a writer discuss how a scoop turned into a secret.
October 31, 2017
Judy Wieder to leave LPI Media
LPI Media Inc. announced on Tuesday that corporate editorial director Judy Wieder will be leaving the company on March 22. Long the guiding force for the company's prominent LGBT publications, Wieder joined The Advocate as its arts and entertainment editor in 1993.
March 8, 2006
Milestones
To mark our 35th anniversary, The Advocate remembers the events that have defined our history and culture for the past 35 years.
October 24, 2002
Bill Cosby Charged in Rape Case of Lesbian Massage Therapist
The comedian allegedly drugged and raped Andrea Constand, missing cues that she is a lesbian, and now an arrest warrant has been issued.
December 30, 2015
Out100 2024 party pics from Roland Fitz
The stars gathered to celebrate those making a difference in the community.
December 12, 2024
Erasure's Andy Bell on 'The Neon,' Being in Love, & the '80s Gay Scene
Erasure's legendary vocalist joins Inside With the Advocate for a deep dive into just who was hanging out at the queer nightclubs in the '80s.Â
September 1, 2020
Porn Panic
The recession has dealt knockout blows to the auto and financial industries, and now adult entertainment could be the next to drop to its knees.
April 6, 2009
Murders of Gay, Bi Men Show How Police, Media Fail the Queer Community
Three books delve into murder cases -- and reveal how anti-LGBTQ+Â Â bias hamper police, the judicial system, and media investigations.Â
March 24, 2021
WATCH: If Bruce LaBruce Is at MoMA, Then Anything's Possible
Censored, slandered, and delightfully outre, the films of Bruce LaBruce are now featured in a special program at MoMA. Anything is possible.
April 21, 2015
Shedding her skin
As Melissa Etheridge prepares her new CD, Skin, for its summer release, she talks for the first time about her split with Julie Cypher, the revelations in her upcoming book, and how she makes no apologies for turning her life into her art
April 22, 2001
Seat Filler: The Advocate's Guide to the 2011-12 Broadway Season
The 2011-2012 Broadway season has officially ended, the Tony nominations have been announced, and our man on the New York theater scene has now seen every show. Here's a look at his quick and queer-skewed impressions of the busy season's complete offerings -- thriving and shuttered, honored and snubbed.
May 9, 2012
Reasons For Pride 2013
Read why Edie Windsor, Wanda Sykes, Magic Johnson, Calpernia Addams, and a host of other folks are making us feel good this summer.
May 23, 2013
The Top 175 Essential Films of All Time for LGBT Viewers
What is the most essential movie ever for LGBT viewers? There can be only one. We've made our pick, and now you can vote on Facebook and Twitter in a "Clash of the Classics!"
June 23, 2014