Karine Jean-Pierre leaves Democratic Party, becomes independent
That's one of the revelations in the former White House press secretary's latest book, due out in October.
June 4, 2025
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Victor Garber on His Costar (and Gay Icon) Olympia Dukakis
The out actor discusses the long legacy of Dukakis, who lit up everything from Moonstruck to Steel Magnolias to Tales of the City.
May 3, 2021
Karine Jean-Pierre explains why her new memoir, Independent, is a manifesto for a fractured democracy
Jean-Pierre opens up to The Advocate about her claims that White House colleagues tried to sabotage her, what she thinks of Democrats pushing Biden not to run again, and the "hazing" Kamala Harris suffered.
October 20, 2025
How one trans artist is celebrating Marsha P. Johnson's legacy
August 24th marks what would have been Marsha P. Johnson's 80th birthday. The Advocate chatted with Tourmaline to talk about how she's continuing to honor her impact.
August 24, 2025
Dr. Mags Portman, PrEP Pioneer Who Helped Thousands, Dies at 44
Portman's work to raise awareness of the HIV prevention method was a turning point for health care in the U.K.
February 12, 2019
Ellen DeGeneres Posts Heartfelt Tribute to DJ Stephen ‘tWitch’ Boss
The DJ and co-executive producer of The Ellen DeGeneres Show died at 40 years old.
December 14, 2022
How Amazon's Latest Pilot Can Reshape Trans Storylines
A new Amazon Original pilot has potential to reframe discussion around trans characters in scripted television — but it will only get the chance if viewers support the show.
February 21, 2014
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.
July 8, 2025
He wrote the songs
Prolific gay composer Billy Strayhorn--who penned music for Nat King Cole and Duke Ellington--finally gets his due in a new documentary and CD.
January 29, 2007
Ruth Bader Ginsburg, John Lewis Need Us to Finish Their Work
Channel your devastation into motivation.
September 21, 2020
Was it worth it, Elon? You were a stupid Trump supplicant who sunk like all the know-it-alls before you
Opinion: I predicted that Musk would fly too close to Trump and be irrevocably burned, and it's happening, writes John Casey.
June 6, 2025
We corrected after Nixon, Clinton, and Bush lies, and once for Trump, but won't after Charlie Kirk. Why?
Opinion: The outsized mourning of Kirk signals not healing but a nation spiraling deeper into lies with a point of no return under Trump, writes John Casey.
September 16, 2025
Op-ed: Thank You, Mormon Church
The president of the Utah Pride Center says we should be greeting the Mormon Church's slow embrace of LGBT people with appreciation, not scorn.
July 15, 2015
Wendy Rieger, Beloved NBC Anchor and LGBTQ+ Champion, Has Died
Tributes poured in on social media after news of her death was announced
April 18, 2022
Its Not Just About the Hair
Michelle Obama's flips and bobs pay tribute to the classic looks of Jacqueline Kennedy, but this would-be first lady will make her own history.
August 27, 2008
Donald Trump Quoted Jesus and No One Questioned It
The president hasn't explained what morally justifies his botched mission in Yemen.
March 2, 2017
Obama Advisor Valerie Jarrett: The Exit Interview
For the president's longtime senior advisor -- and LGBT ally -- Valerie Jarrett, the end (and future) is in sight.
January 13, 2017
Freddies dead
And if he weren't already, Ace's singing "We Will Rock You" on this week's American Idol would have done the trick
April 14, 2006
The 20+ best LGBTQ+ historic sites and artifacts to add to your bucket list
We recommend Michelangelo's David, the original Pride flag, Stonewall, Dorothy's ruby slippers, and more.
November 19, 2025
Rami Malek Is Under Pressure to Honor Freddie Mercury's Queer Legacy
The progressive Egyptian-American Mr. Robot star channels queer but closeted Freddie Mercury in the new film Bohemian Rhapsody.
November 2, 2018
97-year-old lesbian baller Maybelle Blair on heaven, progress, and the Cubs
The sports legend who helped inspire A League of Their Own is a lesson in living well.
January 19, 2024