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Madonna's brother Christopher Ciccone dies at 63

Beyond his career as an artist and designer, Christopher Ciccone also worked as a creative director for his sister, Madonna, in the 1990s.

Gay Holocaust Survivor Dies Days Before 89th Birthday

Gad Beck may have been the last gay Holocaust survivor.

Legendary Trans Performer Bambi Lake Passes Away at Age 70

Lake had recently been diagnosed with cancer.

Nelson Mandela, Humanitarian and HIV Advocate, Dies at 95

The tireless HIV and human rights advocate passed away Thursday after a long battle with illness.

New Disney+ Doc Showcases Life of Queer Disney Hitmaker Howard Ashman

The acclaimed Disney lyricist passed away from AIDS-related complications back in 1991.

When the First Friend Goes

Matthew Perry’s death is a reminder of when the first in our tribes passes away, and the fragility of our friendships and mortalities.

Robert Spitzer, Psychiatrist Who Eliminated Homosexuality as Mental Disorder, Dies

The psychiatrist who played a leading role in eliminating the designation of homosexuality as a mental disorder has passed away at 83.

Prolific Writer, Chronicler of Gay Life Dudley Clendinen Dead at 67

Clendinen wrote about everything from gay life to homeless issues to the South.

Relatives of Gay Man Who Passed Away Seek to Evict His Partner of 55 Years

A man may lose his apartment to the relatives of his partner because of an issue with a legally invalid will.

Muppets Co-Creator Jane Henson Dies of Cancer

The ex-wife of Jim Henson and co-creator of the iconic puppets passed away at 78.

Following Cardiac Episode, Beloved Carrie Fisher Dies

The Star Wars heroine and esteemed author passed away at age 60.

First Anti-LGBT Bill of 2018 Moves Toward Passage

A bill that would allow adoption agencies to turn away same-sex parents passes the Oklahoma House and Senate.

Op-ed: Remembering Pioneering Trans Writer, Activist, Matt Kailey

Colorado-based transgender journalist Matt Kailey passed away over the weekend, but his influence is remembered by those he worked with.

West Hollywood's Own Jesus Passes Away at 57

Kevin Short, better known as WeHo Jesus, leaves behind a legacy of LGBT activism. 

Leslie Jordan’s Mother Peggy Ann Has Passed Away

The actor took to Instagram to share the sad news and recall funny moments they shared.

Longtime Sexual Freedom Activist Dies at 70

A sexual freedom leader passes away.

Jackie Collins Dead at 77

The gay icon has passed away after a long battle with breast cancer.

Remembering My Mother, the Woman Who Forged My Activist Heart

In memory of Diann Mendez Windmeyer Hall, who passed away from COVID-19.

Don't Miss the Posthumous Video for ANTIBOY’s ‘Paradise’

The genderfluid artist passed away earlier this year, but his brother helped bring his music to life.