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Michelangelo's 'David' May Have Led to Florida Principal's Ouster

Hope Carrasquilla was forced to resign from a charter school after giving an art lesson that included the famous nude statue.

Gay Comedian Sampson McCormick Will Make History on Coming Out Day

McCormick will break a glass ceiling, all while honoring iconic African-American artists and comedians. 

20 Famous LGBTQ+ people who changed the world

Remember our rich history — it goes way back.

Look Out, New York: Miami Snatched Your Wig

The Wigwood celebration highlights the Magic City's growing influence on drag culture.

Beyoncé Announces Renaissance World Tour and Show Dates

The Grammy-winning musician announced dates for her World Tour across the U.K., Europe, and North America.

Black writers share their favorite books to honor Black History Month

Roxane Gay, Raquel Willis, and Dawnshaeé Reid open up about the importance of the Black literary legacy and impact of Black writers.

Women Who Paved the Way: Blues Singer Gladys Bentley

To mark Women's History Month, The Advocate will feature a different queer woman from history each day. Today we look at legendary blues singer Gladys Bentley. 

Randy Rainbow Gets Grammy Nom, Up Against Dave Chappelle & Louis CK

Rainbow hits it out of the park, along with other queer entertainers such as Brandi Carlile.

Beyoncé Kicks Off Renaissance World Tour With One of Her Queerest Shows Yet

The Beyhive is abuzz following the tour's opening night in Sweden.

Legendary 1970 Gay Dance Party Honored by Chicago Pride Concert

Renaissance One will showcase of-the-minute artists in an event paying homage to the city's first public same-sex dance.

Queer Life in the '70s and '80s: Art, Activism, & AIDS

These decades were filled with joy and horror, and a disease that would test our existence.

Remembering Richmond Barthe

Barthe was a key figure in the Harlem Renaissance in the 1930s; then he crashed into obscurity. Did his homosexuality have anything to do with that?

Renaissance Faire

A new book claims that America's on the verge of a renaissance in culture and business -- and, no surprise, gay people are ahead of the trend.

Kevin Aviance ‘lucky to be alive’ in New York City hospital after serious health scare

The legendary drag performer was rushed to the hospital with trouble breathing.