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Don Lemon and Fiancé Channel Biden and Harris in Halloween Homage

The couple’s playful political tribute garners support, laughs, and of course outrage.

LGBTQ+ History Month’s Founder Urges Unity Over Division

Rodney Wilson, the educator who envisioned LGBTQ+ History Month, delves into evolving inclusivity, tackling exclusionary trends, and the dire need for continuous education amid a changing political landscape.

Miami School Board Shoots Down LGBTQ+ History Month — Again

The Miami-Dade County School Board for the second year in a row, voted 5-3 against the recognition in October.

Miami-Dade School Board Considering LGBTQ+ History Month Recognition

Prospects for passage of the recognition are slim in light of state’s “don’t say gay” law.

The October Issue

Seat Filler October

The Advocate's queen on the New York theater scene discovers killer hermaphrodites, ancient Roman himbos, and enough lesbian drama to fill a seventh season of The L Word.

Hot Sheet for October 12

The top 10 entertainment highlights on our gaydar this week: Gayby premieres in New York City, an American Horror Story with a hot new cast and plot, plus Brandy makes a return.

Seat Filler October 2011

Our man on the New York theater scene boards a big gay bus to see struggling small-town teens, Jonathan Groff's racist rants, Joey Arias and his twisted puppets, an oversexed boy wizard, and more.

Seat Filler October 2010

The Advocate's man on the New York theater scene ushers in a bloody bloody good season with T.R. Knight, Cherry Jones, Charles Busch, Anthony Rapp, and the return migration of Matthew Bourne's shirtless gay swans.

Hot Sheet: October 31, 2014

Our top 10 entertainment and events highlights this week include the dark side of Angelina Jolie, Aretha Franklin, a real American hero, and a horny Daniel Radcliffe.

Hot Sheet: October 24, 2014

Our top 10 entertainment and events highlights this week include the fastest man alive, Annie Lennox, the secret life of go-go boys, and Bette Midler's moving tribute to TLC.

Hot Sheet: October 17, 2014

Our top 10 entertainment and events highlights this week include GMCLA's hot Halloweenie fundraiser, Mary Lambert, NPH, Laverne Cox, and Dear White People.

Hot Sheet: October 10, 2014

Our top 10 entertainment and events highlights this week include the short film Out Smart; Elvira, Mistress of the Dark; and the return of that pesky zombie apocalypse.

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.

Hot Sheet: October 25, 2013

The top 10 entertainment and events highlights on our gaydar this week: From the swords and sandals of Spartacus, to the wigs and spandex of Divine.

October Is Bullying Prevention Awareness Month

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is drawing attention to the plight of young people during October, which is Bullying Prevention Awareness Month.

Hot Sheet October for 18, 2013

The top 10 entertainment and events highlights on our gaydar this week: From Carrie's mom to Sean Paul Lockhart's (Brent Corrigan) mother in Truth -- they can drive you to murder.

Hot Sheet for October 11, 2013

The top 10 entertainment and events highlights on our gaydar this week: Don't get into cars with strangers, and look out! The Gaga's got a gun!

Hot Sheet for October 4, 2013

The top 10 entertainment and events highlights on our gaydar this week -- from Sandra Bullock feeling untethered to the Green Lantern's big gay kiss.