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Montana court strikes down ban on gender-affirming care for trans minors

The ban violates the rights to privacy and free speech guaranteed by the Montana Constitution, and it amounts to discrimination based on viewpoint, Judge Jason Marks wrote.

Montana's Ban on Gender-Affirming Care Challenged in New Lawsuit

"This law represents government overreach on steroids," says Lambda Legal Senior Counsel Peter Renn.

Sutton Foster, 'Younger' Stars on Queer Rep & Its One True Love Story

The stars of the series that ends next week chat with The Advocate about LGBTQ+ visibility and weigh on on Liza's true romance. 

WATCH: Molly Criner Aims to be the Next 'Kim Davis'

Like her Kentucky cohort in clerking, this proud Texan refuses to issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples, comparing herself to those who opposed the Nazis.

A Cross-Country Journey for Equality

Frank and Joe Capley-Alfano recall the personal and painful pilgrimage they made in the name of LGBT rights. 

The Unsinkable Debbie Reynolds

In this archival interview, the legend gabs with Greg Archer about her return to the stage, her loyal gay fans, and how Hollywood has changed since her heyday.

20 LGBTQ+ shows to watch while Apple TV+ is free this weekend

The streaming service is not only free for the weekend it's packed with must-see queer content you probably have missed.

Molly Ringwald: Pretty in Print

Former teen queen and first-time author Molly Ringwald marvels at the abundance of gay characters in her life and the absence of gay characters in her movies.

Seat Filler December 2011

Our man on the New York theater scene checks out Kim Cattrall, Patti LuPone, Jackie Hoffman, naughty gay boy scouts, and a same-sex kiss for Harry Connick Jr.

30+ years of The Dinah: A global, queer-affirming celebration

The Dinah, celebrating over three decades of queer inclusivity, showcases a transformative five-day event that highlights the power of unity, acceptance, and the joy of collective celebration.

Op-ed: Ello, Is It a Gay Facebook You're Looking For?

Even though Ello excitement came and went, it's clear LGBTs are experiencing Facebook fatigue.

Faith of his father

After rural gay activist Nathan Christoffersen's sudden death, a fundamentalist funeral erased his sexuality. But his passing is having an unexpected effect: bridging the gap between gay and antigay--beginning with Nathan's own father. Part 1 of a two-part special report on religion and homophobia

With 'SNL, Other People,' Chris Kelly Breaks the Comedy Ceiling

Filmmaker Chris Kelly discusses the significance of his deeply personal film, Other People, as well as his upcoming role as the first out head writer for Saturday Night Live.

Broadcast steps up

Perhaps feeling the heat from the three gay cable networks, the Big Six offer plenty of gay and lesbian characters (real and fictional)

Seat Filler June 2010 The Advocates Guide to Theater

From Edie Falco as a butch ex-con to Reichen Lehmkuhl's underwear in My Big Gay Italian Wedding, your man on the New York theater scene takes in the greatest and gayest shows off-Broadway.

A Brief LGBT History of 'Saturday Night Live'

Here are all the LGBT milestones and moments that any SNL buff should know.

We're Living LGBT History. Will We Remember It?

Our stories of survival are not taught in schools, so it's up to us to keep them alive, writes author and professor Martin Pousson.

What I Learned Meeting the Marriage Movement's Heroes

Now that we've won marriage equality across the country, it's time to tackle the next important question: Who gets the credit?

Advocate, Out, Plus nominated for 2025 GLAAD Media Awards alongside biggest queer films and TV of the year

The Advocate's reporters Ryan Adamczeski and Christopher Wiggins also scored nominations for Outstanding Print Article and Outstanding Online Journalism Article.

Forty Under 40

2010 40 Under 40