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Mattachine Steps, leading to Harry Hay's former home in Los Angeles
History

All about the Mattachine Society, the first enduring U.S. gay rights group

The organization thrived from the 1950s into the 1970s.

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television

HBO Max's 'EQUAL' Dives Into LGBTQ+ History With Star-Studded Trailer

Cheyenne Jackson, Samira Wiley, Jamie Clayton, Sara Gilbert, Shannon Purser, and many more out actors appear in the series. 

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Theater

The Trouble With Harry

Gay playwright Jon Marans tackles the Mattachine Society -- with the help of Ugly Betty star Michael Urie -- in his new play, The Temperamentals.

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television

Heather Matarazzo & Shannon Purser on Playing Lesbian Icons in 'Equal'

In a video interview with The Advocate, the out actors shared that they were honored to play activists Del Martin and Phyllis Lyon in the HBO Max series.

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Voices

Mayor Pete, Don't Forget the Queer, Trans Radicals Who Got You Here

The Advocate's editorial director wants to remind the presidential hopeful he owes his prestigious position to the folks behind LGBTQ media.

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television

Is David Duchovny's Twin Peaks Role Good for Trans Representation?

The return of "Denise" in the cult classic's Showtime revival has generated mixed feelings among fans.