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Reflecting on 10 years of marriage equality: Frankie Frankeny on the stories behind the movement

"These aren’t just love stories. They’re blueprints. They’re battle cries. They’re reminders that when we tell the truth about our lives, we change the world," photographer Frankie Frankeny tells The Advocate of her book LOVE: The Heroic Stories of Marriage Equality.

The hero inside yourself

Ranting against gay pride excess is so last season. There's plenty to be proud about, starting with the people in your own backyard.

30 Queer-Friendly Books for Young Adults, Kids, and Familes

From adventerous fantasy novels for young adults, to self help manuals for LGBTQ families, to meditation books for children -- we got you covered.

Nelly Power: When Coming Out Isn't a Choice

These men -- both real and fictional -- who could never 'pass' might be considered the pioneers of gay visibility.

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.

Omar Sharif Jr. Carries Weight of Arab World

The Fighters: Grandson of two famous actors, Omar Sharif Jr. follows in their footsteps on screen, but also works to improve lives of LGBT people in the Arab world.

Crazy Like a Fox

The Bored to Death and Fantastic Mr. Fox star shares his self-deprecating views on sexuality, style, and surviving high school.

​20 Times Ellen DeGeneres Was an Outspoken Activist

Twenty years ago this week DeGeneres came out, and she's been an advocate ever since. 

10 Things to Know: Sally Ride

The first American woman (and possibly the first LGBT person) in space will receive a posthumous honor from the president this week.

Public Art, Private Expression

Why do so many public murals seem to have a homoerotic tone?

Reichen's return

Winning The Amazing Race got Reichen Lehmkuhl $1 million and a measure of celebrity. But can an openly gay reality TV graduate make it as an actor? His new project may tell

Making a 'Great Escape' from an Abusive Relationship

Confronting the rarely-discussed subject of intimate partner violence.

Cheyenne Stands Tall

Most leading men are afraid to be out and proud. Cheyenne Jackson is bigger than that.

Hot Sheet: October 25, 2013

The top 10 entertainment and events highlights on our gaydar this week: From the swords and sandals of Spartacus, to the wigs and spandex of Divine.

Prime Timers: A New Age for Activism

From authors and actors to artists and activists, these 25 LGBT prime timers are still on the front lines in the battle for equality and show no signs of slowing down anytime soon.

50 States, 50 Heroes

Fifty current queer leaders tell us who their state's LGBT hero is. Who's yours?