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'I Kissed a Boy' star Dan Harry; Dan Harry & Ollie King

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'I Kissed a Boy' star shares terrifying homophobic attack in London

Dan Harry revealed nobody at the scene "helped or said anything to me, and that almost stayed with me more than the initial homophobia."

Youth

GLSEN Gets a New Boss

You could say GLSEN is getting a new principal. On Wednesday the Gay, Lesbian, and Straight Education Network announced that Eliza Byard will become its new executive director, replacing founder and longtime executive director Kevin Jennings. Byard, who takes the reins on November 1, spoke to The Advocate about the task ahead for LGBT students and all of us who want to see them thrive.

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'Hetero Awesome Fest' in Idaho concludes with fighting, low attendance, and racism scandal

A so-called "Hetero Awesome Fest" in Idaho managed to draw attention over the weekend for all the wrong reasons.

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'I Kissed a Boy' star shares terrifying homophobic attack in London

Dan Harry revealed nobody at the scene "helped or said anything to me, and that almost stayed with me more than the initial homophobia."

UK Man To Stand Trial For Trans Tube Killing

WATCH: Racist, Antigay Attack in WeHo Mars MLK Day

On his way home from celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Don Brooks never expected to be the victim of what he calls a hate crime.

What Films, TV Shows, Books & Music Did You Overlook in 2022?

2023 is your chance to catch up with these gems.

Remembering Lawrence King: One Year Later

One year after the murder of 15-year-old Lawrence King, key people from his life and pending case speak about his legacy and the struggle ahead.

Hot Sheet Mormons Miley and Mirren

Going the Distance, Part 5

After months of training for the Los Angeles marathon, Shawnn Slaughter crosses the finish line and realizes a new level of self-appreciation.

GLSEN Gets a New Boss

'Hetero Awesome Fest' in Idaho concludes with fighting, low attendance, and racism scandal

A so-called "Hetero Awesome Fest" in Idaho managed to draw attention over the weekend for all the wrong reasons.

The art of loving Switzerland

The Swiss adage "es stimmt" means, roughly, "it fits." When an Advocate editor goes in search of artistic and architectural delights--and maybe a gay Swiss miss or two--she indeed finds "es stimmt." What better recommendation for a travel destination?

Jewel Thais-Williams, activist and owner of legendary L.A. Black queer bar Jewel's Catch One, has died

Her club was frequented by celebrities, but most importantly, it was a sanctuary for Black LGBTQ+ people.

Cynthia Erivo on Aretha and Giving Space to Black and Queer Stories

The Tony winner chats with The Advocate about playing the Queen of Soul and why her role as Black queer character Celie is so meaningful.

The queer side of Sundance

In this first of three installments, The Advocate's arts and entertainment editor takes us along on his whirlwind trip to the Sundance Film Festival. It's all about the movies, yes--and who you meet at brunch, or in the men's room.

The World According to Nancy Pelosi

Read our 2012 interview with the House's powerhouse.

The best revenge

After a life of struggle, doubt, and abuse, Janis Ian comes out on top with a new album, a world tour, and a thriving writing career and Melissa Etheridge does the amazing interview

The 21 Trans Women Killed in 2015

As a new year dawns, activists continue to decry an 'epidemic' of fatal violence directed at transgender women.

The Daughtry That Won

David is your new American Idol champ. The older, more poised, less-freaked-out, lite-rock David, that is. Now, read how...

Lambda Literary Award Finalists You Must Read

In celebration of the 2013 finalists, we review five nominated works of LGBT literature that should be at the top of you must-read list.

The Year of London

With the Olympic Games, WorldPride, and the Queen's Diamond Jubilee, the Swinging City is rolling out the red carpet, and we're all invited.

Hot Sheet for August 9, 2013

The top 10 entertainment and events highlights on our gaydar this week: From Steve Grand in San Diego to Deep Throat writ large.

Give Homeless LGBT Youth a 'Shred of Hope'

Clothing company Nasty Pig will auction off exclusive, one-of-a-kind T-shirts designed by celebrities in its Shred of Hope campaign, with all proceeds benefiting the Ali Forney Center in New York City.

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kings cross station

Dan Harry revealed nobody at the scene "helped or said anything to me, and that almost stayed with me more than the initial homophobia."

On his way home from celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Don Brooks never expected to be the victim of what he calls a hate crime.

2023 is your chance to catch up with these gems.

One year after the murder of 15-year-old Lawrence King, key people from his life and pending case speak about his legacy and the struggle ahead.

After months of training for the Los Angeles marathon, Shawnn Slaughter crosses the finish line and realizes a new level of self-appreciation.

A so-called "Hetero Awesome Fest" in Idaho managed to draw attention over the weekend for all the wrong reasons.

The Swiss adage "es stimmt" means, roughly, "it fits." When an Advocate editor goes in search of artistic and architectural delights--and maybe a gay Swiss miss or two--she indeed finds "es stimmt." What better recommendation for a travel destination?

Her club was frequented by celebrities, but most importantly, it was a sanctuary for Black LGBTQ+ people.

The Tony winner chats with The Advocate about playing the Queen of Soul and why her role as Black queer character Celie is so meaningful.

In this first of three installments, The Advocate's arts and entertainment editor takes us along on his whirlwind trip to the Sundance Film Festival. It's all about the movies, yes--and who you meet at brunch, or in the men's room.

Read our 2012 interview with the House's powerhouse.

After a life of struggle, doubt, and abuse, Janis Ian comes out on top with a new album, a world tour, and a thriving writing career and Melissa Etheridge does the amazing interview

As a new year dawns, activists continue to decry an 'epidemic' of fatal violence directed at transgender women.

David is your new American Idol champ. The older, more poised, less-freaked-out, lite-rock David, that is. Now, read how...

In celebration of the 2013 finalists, we review five nominated works of LGBT literature that should be at the top of you must-read list.

With the Olympic Games, WorldPride, and the Queen's Diamond Jubilee, the Swinging City is rolling out the red carpet, and we're all invited.

The top 10 entertainment and events highlights on our gaydar this week: From Steve Grand in San Diego to Deep Throat writ large.

Clothing company Nasty Pig will auction off exclusive, one-of-a-kind T-shirts designed by celebrities in its Shred of Hope campaign, with all proceeds benefiting the Ali Forney Center in New York City.