Will Smith Allegedly Shot Down a RuPaul Cameo on 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air'
The star reportedly thought it was a "bad idea."
June 28, 2023
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Fresh Prince's Alfonso Ribeiro on How Intersectionality Saves Lives
The actor appeared at LoveLoud in order to support LGBT youth with an empowering message and a surprise dance.
July 30, 2018
‘Sordid Lives’ Actor Alleges Mogul Benny Medina Tried to Rape Him
Jason Dottley says the renowned talent manager and inspiration behind The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air attacked him and later threatened him via text message.
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November 10, 2017
13 LGBT Roles That Didn't Kill These A-List Actors' Careers
Will playing gay ruin your acting career? Don't tell that old trope to these big Hollywood names.
August 27, 2014
Gay 'Fast Times at Ridgemont High' Actor Taylor Negron Has Died
From Seinfeld and The Hughleys to The Last Boy Scout and Easy Money, this great character actor will be missed in Los Angeles's LGBT and comedy worlds.
January 11, 2015
40 and Nobody to Drop Off at Hebrew School
What happens when your life doesn't look like how you imagined it?
March 28, 2017
From L Word to Empire: Ilene Chaiken Has Changed TV Twice
The out showrunner of Empire and creator of The L Word discusses anti-LGBT discrimination in Hollywood, animal rights, and her relationship with her wife, LouAnne.
September 21, 2016
Stop Slut-Shaming Prince Charming
The Advocate's sex columnist, Alexander Cheves, slams criticism of the Finding Prince Charming star's history of sex work.
September 9, 2016
The Sissy Awards
Among many gays, "sissy" is a distinction worthy of honor, sort of like the red badge of courage. But among closed-minded straights, it's a devastating insult, which is why The Advocate bestows the word on the following irritants of 2008.
December 3, 2008
Queer Musical Parody of 'The Little Mermaid' Is Making a Splash Across the Pond
Unfortunate: The Untold Story of Ursula the Sea Witch first made waves on UK stages in 2022 – and it's returning this year.
May 31, 2023
31 Must-See Fall TV Shows for LGBT Viewers
There's a lot of TV. Here are the programs The Advocate's editors are most looking forward to.
September 14, 2016
All 71 Men Accused of Sexual Harassment After Weinstein
Since Harvey Weinstein was exposed as a serial predator, there have been allegations of terrifying behavior by dozens of men.
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December 14, 2017
MAGA who? Trump goes on a billionaire’s tour of palaces, planes, and payoffs
Visiting three of the richest countries on Earth, Trump will be greeted lavishly by fellow billionaires, who seek only to enrich him, writes John Casey.
May 13, 2025
Down the toilet
It's "I've Got a Secret" week on Idol. No secret, however, is the fact that the men continue to be completely awful and the women continue to be only sort of completely awful.
March 9, 2007
London Bound
In eager anticipation of the royal wedding, Advocate contributor Steve Freiss and his partner take a gay olde trip through London.
April 5, 2011
22 photos proving the 'Gilded Age' has the hottest cast on TV
Cast members from HBO's period drama are serving 21st-century thirst.
November 8, 2025
Tell her about it
How do you stay close, stay hot, and keep bed death away from your door? Try this secret weapon: Tell the truth.
July 18, 2005
LGBTQ Journalists Heap Nominations on 'The Favourite', 'Roma'
Numerous queer icons have been nominated for the 10th Dorian Awards, presented by LGBTQ entertainment writers and editors.
January 5, 2019
Still Single in the Age of Gay Marriage
Singleness, at least legally, was one of the hallmarks of being gay. Now everyone, even sitcom characters, are pressuring us to get hitched.
March 4, 2014