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11 queer moments in Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade history

This year marks the 100th anniversary of the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade! Here are some queer highlights from its history.

'Dear Evan Hansen' Star Jessica Phillips Comes Out at 50

"It wasn't about changing identities, rather expanding my identity," Phillips explained.

Ben Platt, Amy Adams Will Break Your Heart in Dear Evan Hansen Trailer

The gay actor reprises his Tony-winning role in a starry movie adaptation.

Meet the Two LGBT Winners at the 2018 Golden Globes

Songwriter Benj Pasek, along with professional partner Justin Paul, won for "This Is Me" from The Greatest Showman. Coco co-director Adrian Molina also won for Best Animated Film.

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Why Was the Greatest, Gayest Album of 2018 Snubbed at the Grammys?

The Greatest Showman's soundtrack, despite being a commercial and cultural success, failed to be nominated in major categories at the Grammy Awards. 

Ben Platt marries Noah Galvin in New York celebration

The queer couple's after-party appropriately featured musical theater singalongs.

Transgender Talent Founder Ann Thomas Places Trans Actors Globally

The founder of the first management company for trans actors chats with The Advocate about her journey to becoming a Hollywood changemaker. 

In the Dear Evan Hansen Novel, a Queer Ghost Comes Out and Saves Lives

Gay writer Benj Pasek discusses how the novelization of the musical expands on LGBTQ themes and a community of support.

DC Gay Men's Chorus's Virtual 'Waving Through a Window' Is Beautiful

Members of the 39-year-old chorus perform the showstopper from Dear Evan Hansen while social distancing

Ben Platt and Boyfriend Noah Galvin Are Engaged

The two actors were friends for years before they started dating.

'This Is Me' Is the Year's Surprise Pride Anthem

The song from The Greatest Showman has become a hit at LGBT festivals for its message of empowerment in the face of hardship.

Ben Platt Is the Tracy Flick for a New Generation in The Politician

Out actor Ben Platt is the perfect candidate for Netflix's The Politician, which highlights queerness while examining the nuances of running for offices.

Ben Platt Blasts Neo-Nazis Protesting His Broadway Show Parade

A hate group demonstrated and handed out flyers at Parade, about the lynching of a Jewish man in Georgia.

Ben Platt's 'Cherry on Top' with Noah Galvin celebrates gay love and L.A.

Tony winner Ben Platt's home-movie style video for 'Cherry on Top' tells a story of joyous queer love as he and his fiancé, Noah Galvin, spend a day kissing, embracing, and romping around Los Angeles landmarks.

How Nik Dodani Queered 'Dear Evan Hansen'

The breakout actor discusses the impact of bringing gay representation to a beloved musical's film adaptation.

Ben Platt Praises Ellen DeGeneres for Inspiring Him to Come Out; Adds, 'I'm Single'

The Dear Evan Hansen star who came out in a music video last month, also said he hopes there comes a time when coming out is not such a huge deal. 

10 LGBTQ+ entertainers close to EGOT status

So close, so coveted... who will be the next to win the achievement?

Pete Buttigieg Swoons Over Ben Platt's 'Somewhere'

Buttigieg elaborates that his husband, Chasten Buttigieg, often blasts Platt's music.

Ben Platt: Hollywood Should Do 'Everything in Our Power' to Cast Queer

The gay actor weighed in on the subject of LGBTQ+ casting.