Everything you need to know about homonormativity – including a definition
Unpacking the dangers of homonormativity in queer communities.
October 2, 2024
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Straight Men Infected the Gay Community With Toxic Masculinity
We can't be caught up in outdated ideas of what men are -- including when we're cruising for guys on Grindr.
June 3, 2019
RuPaul shades 'masculine white gay men' who project 'internalized homophobia'
The legendary drag queen recently told Out magazine about his experiences with "self-loathing" gay men.
March 21, 2024
Gay, But Not So Gay
In this piece written exclusively for The Advocate, Angelo Pezzote -- advice columnist and author of the new book Straight Acting: Gay Men, Masculinity and Finding True Love -- examines the gay community's obsession with the idea of being "straight-acting" and how destructive it is for gay relationships and one's psyche.
March 18, 2008
Op-ed: The Strength in Being a Queen
A gay man can be a hero, even if he worships a Bedazzler.
September 13, 2013
Op-ed: The Masculine Dudes and Fem Queens of 'Looking' Have Something to Say
The show is mostly brilliant, but can it effectively tackle the war gay men wage with themselves?
February 27, 2014
Kinder gentler homophobia
What was up with 60 Minutes' bizarrely unbalanced report on the origins of sexuality? In part the answer is disgraced "scientist" J. Michael Bailey, who thinks gay men tend to be girly and bisexuals don't exist
April 6, 2006
Is 'Love, Simon' Femmephobic?
The film stands accused of privileging the "right type of gay" at the expense of the effeminate and gender-nonconforming.
April 6, 2018
Artist Spotlight Steve MacIsaac
Steve MacIsaac creates comics that explore contemporary gay culture, identity, and sexuality.
May 21, 2011
Medical experts explain hair transplants and why trans folks are lining up to get them
Is hair loss surgery gender affirming care?
August 12, 2025
21 Words the Queer Community Has Reclaimed (and Some We Haven't)
Some anti-LGBTQ+ slurs are now proud labels. Others are not so clear.
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August 2, 2017
WATCH: Tom Hardy Is a Bisexual Gangster -- and His Brother
In his newest movie, the Mad Max actor is playing famed British gangster twins.
July 20, 2015
Trading camo for couture, why I refuse to disappear in Trump’s America
In a world where camouflage becomes a symbol of conformity and safety, one man's journey from hiding to embracing his true self is a powerful reminder of the risks and rewards of authenticity.
June 13, 2025
The Lowest Form of Humor: Bottoming Jokes From Straight Comedians
Hey, Chelsea Handler, Jimmy Kimmel, and Bill Maher, listen up.
April 18, 2018
So long, partner
In his short life, Heath Ledger barely had time to tap his potential. But for us, he had already achieved the performance of a lifetime--and losing him so soon after Brokeback Mountain is like suffering a death in the family.
February 22, 2008
Yes, Superman is an immigrant. He's also a gay icon.
Conservatives are calling the new Superman film 'Superwoke.' Wait until they find out just how queer the Man of Steel's story really is.
July 11, 2025
Op-ed: Grappling With What People See As My Privilege
Assuming that all white, cisgender gay men have the same experience is also quite problematic.
April 25, 2014
Andy Cohen Slams James Woods, Antigay Trolls of CNN's NYE Special
The out host shot down homophobic tweets from the Trump-supporting actor and others.
January 2, 2019
Writer Alok Vaid-Menon: 'What Feminine Part of Yourself Did You Kill?'
Appearing on the LGBTQ&A podcast, the writer discusses their new book and what queer people do to survive.
June 16, 2020