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Sean Cody model and gay adult film actor sentenced for murdering Alaskan surgeon

After videotaping the final moments of Dr. Eric Garcia’s life, Jordan Joplin loaded three shipping containers with four tons of stolen personal items, according to authorities.

13 LGBTQ+ elected lawmakers join the 119th Congress

From Sarah McBride to Tammy Baldwin, here are the queer lawmakers in the 119th Congress.

Equality Act, the Sweeping LGBTQ+ Rights Bill, Reintroduced in Congress

The act, which would outlaw anti-LGBTQ+ discrimination nationally, comes at a time of unprecedented state-level attacks on the community.

Twitter Seethes at Trump's Anti-Asian COVID-19 Racism

The president refuses to abandon his description of the disease as the "China virus."

How One Trans Couple Keep Their Fire

Sean Dorsey and Shawna Virago fueled a creative insurgency and, in effect, kept their relationship young.

California Rep. Robert Garcia Forces Vote to Oust Rep. George Santos From Congress

The gay Democrat is holding the gay Republican accountable for his actions.

Democrats Introduce Bills to Create National LGBTQ+ History and Culture Museum

Legislation was introduced to establish a dedicated museum within the Smithsonian Institution, which garnered broad support from the Congressional Equality Caucus.

Why most LGBTQ+ Congress members oppose deal to end government shutdown

A deal without a provision to extend Affordable Care Act subsidies isn't a deal, they say.

95 Democrats vote to honor far-right activist Charlie Kirk in House resolution

They joined 215 Republicans in doing so, and some Democrats said privately that they feared violence if they voted against the measure.

California Lawmaker Admits Using Slur for Gay Colleague

Assemblymember Cristina Garcia, already accused of sexual harassment, is facing more fire now.

There's record LGBTQ+ representation in elected offices nationwide

In some good news coming out of November's election, at least 495 LGBTQ+ candidates won their races.

What's the Media's Role in Pushing for Rights in Russia?

A panel of journalists and entertainers tackled the question Thursday, along with other issues regarding LGBT people and the media.

Obama Makes LGBT Push, Hillary Pushes Back

The LGBT community becomes a battleground as Obama tries to undercut Hillary's gay support.

Democratic leadership and out lawmakers celebrate Pride Month

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and out lawmakers mark Pride Month.

Snubs and Surprises Among the 2013 Oscar Nominations

Lincoln leads the pack of nominees for the 85th annual Academy Awards.

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LGBT, Proud, and American

A roundup of essays, commentaries, and op-eds from Advocate contributors and staffers, who give a sense of what it means to be an American.

GLAAD Media Awards: The Advocate Garners 4 Nominations

The nominees for the 2014 GLAAD Media Awards were announced this morning, including nominations for The Advocate for Outstanding Magazine, Outstanding Magazine Article, Outstanding Multimedia Digital Journalism, and Outstanding Digital Journalism Article.

Seat Filler November 2010

The Advocate's man on the New York theater scene is on the verge of a nervous breakdown over Zachary Quinto in Angels in America, Miss Coco Peru, and the triumphant comeback of Pee-wee Herman.

Hot Sheet: March 7, 2014

The top 10 entertainment and events highlights this week cover the ancient history of abdominals, karaoke, and BeBe Zahara Benet.

Here are the 31 transgender Americans lost to violence in 2024

The epidemic of fatal violence against trans people in the U.S. continues.