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Anti-LGBTQ+ mom in Oregon wins right to potentially adopt LGBTQ+ kids

Jessica Bates said she would not let her kids dress how they want, nor take them to the doctor for gender dysphoria treatment.

Queer movies Bound Paris is Burning and Priscilla Queen of the Desert

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15 groundbreaking queer films every Gen Z gay NEEDS to see

From Glen or Glenda to Hedwig and the Angry Inch, these are the iconic, seminal films every young LGBTQ+ person needs to see!

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31 Period Films of Lesbians and Bi Women in Love That Will Take You Back

For viewers who prefer to time travel with a good love story about queer women, there are plenty of options.

LGBTQ+ movies and TV we can't wait to see in 2026

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Anti-LGBTQ+ mom in Oregon wins right to potentially adopt LGBTQ+ kids

Jessica Bates said she would not let her kids dress how they want, nor take them to the doctor for gender dysphoria treatment.

Matt Bomer Joins the Freak Show

The out actor will have a guest spot on an episode of the upcoming fourth season of gay creator Ryan Murphy's American Horror Story: Freak Show.

Sarah Paulson: Ryan Murphy Changed My Perception of Women

Working on Murphy's female-focused American Horror Story series helped Paulson to see women as collaborators, not combatants.

15 groundbreaking queer films every Gen Z gay NEEDS to see

From Glen or Glenda to Hedwig and the Angry Inch, these are the iconic, seminal films every young LGBTQ+ person needs to see!

31 Period Films of Lesbians and Bi Women in Love That Will Take You Back

For viewers who prefer to time travel with a good love story about queer women, there are plenty of options.

8 Reasons Why the 2015 Golden Globes Are the Gayest Ever

Get the wineglasses and fill out your Golden Globes ballot -- it's that special time of year again.

WATCH: Lady Gaga's Glove Stars in 'American Horror Story' Teaser

Lady Gaga's hand checks her in to the fifth season of the award-winning television series.

Ryan Murphy Teases 'American Horror Story' Season 4 Details

The out producer talks about the next season of the hit series and hints at star Jessica Lange's next role.

Who Are the LGBT Characters on the New Fall Season

What Hollywood Can Learn From TV's Gayest Show

American Horror Story is both a ratings success and one of the most LGBT-inclusive shows on television. Here's why that matters.

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Somebody call 911! The Advocate 's queen on the New York theater scene is burning up the dance floor with Maksim Chmerkovskiy, crafty cheerleaders, and lots of naked boys.

21 LGBTQ+ movies and TV shows we can't wait to see in 2026

These are the shows and movies queer fans are dying to see next year!

Hot Sheet: October 3, 2014

Our top 10 entertainment and events highlights this week include Gay Days at the happiest place on earth; gays in Russia, the unhappiest place on earth; Stevie Nicks; and American Horror Story: Freakshow.

Frighteningly Fun Flix: Our Favorite Halloween Films

The Advocate staff picks our favorite scream-worthy films to screen during the most spooktacular time of the year.

VOTE: 55 Inspiring LGBT Athletes for Pride Month

From the world of sports, we can think of 55 reasons to be proud. Take a look at this list and then show your support by voting on the last page for your favorites.

The Top 175 Essential Films of All Time for LGBT Viewers

What is the most essential movie ever for LGBT viewers? There can be only one. We've made our pick, and now you can vote on Facebook and Twitter in a "Clash of the Classics!"

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Jessica Bates said she would not let her kids dress how they want, nor take them to the doctor for gender dysphoria treatment.

The out actor will have a guest spot on an episode of the upcoming fourth season of gay creator Ryan Murphy's American Horror Story: Freak Show.

Working on Murphy's female-focused American Horror Story series helped Paulson to see women as collaborators, not combatants.

From Glen or Glenda to Hedwig and the Angry Inch, these are the iconic, seminal films every young LGBTQ+ person needs to see!

For viewers who prefer to time travel with a good love story about queer women, there are plenty of options.

Get the wineglasses and fill out your Golden Globes ballot -- it's that special time of year again.

Lady Gaga's hand checks her in to the fifth season of the award-winning television series.

The out producer talks about the next season of the hit series and hints at star Jessica Lange's next role.

American Horror Story is both a ratings success and one of the most LGBT-inclusive shows on television. Here's why that matters.

Somebody call 911! The Advocate 's queen on the New York theater scene is burning up the dance floor with Maksim Chmerkovskiy, crafty cheerleaders, and lots of naked boys.

These are the shows and movies queer fans are dying to see next year!

Our top 10 entertainment and events highlights this week include Gay Days at the happiest place on earth; gays in Russia, the unhappiest place on earth; Stevie Nicks; and American Horror Story: Freakshow.

The Advocate staff picks our favorite scream-worthy films to screen during the most spooktacular time of the year.

From the world of sports, we can think of 55 reasons to be proud. Take a look at this list and then show your support by voting on the last page for your favorites.

What is the most essential movie ever for LGBT viewers? There can be only one. We've made our pick, and now you can vote on Facebook and Twitter in a "Clash of the Classics!"