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Jane Hilton's 'Cowboys & Queens' captures the modern American dream

Organized by The Little Black Gallery London, Jane Hilton's Cowboys & Queens opens March 27 at the Freyboy Art Salon in Las Vegas.

Hollywood's boldest prosthetic moments: 10 actors who bared it all (sort of)

Hot stars with fake poles

At least they fulfilled some of our fantasies.

From Saturnalia to Santa, is Christmas just drag in disguise?

Uncover the hidden queer roots of Christmas, where societal norms were flipped and fluidity reigned supreme.

How Prim 'N Poppin' is providing beauty and activism in a conservative America

In the summer of 2019, amidst a changing political landscape, two beauty professionals embark on a journey to challenge societal norms through their art.

These vintage photos by Karlheinz Weinberger prove hunks will always be timeless

The Karlheinz Weinberger: Outsiders Within exhibit at the Bob Mizer Foundation is photographic proof that we'll always be a fan of hunks!

Op-ed: Can a Hate Crime Come From Our Own Community?

A Mississippi bi-on-gay attack reminds us that internalized homophobia is not going away soon.

Op-ed: When Right vs. Left Becomes Right vs. Wrong

Reformed Republican Jimmy LaSalvia is not forgiving the owners of the Out NYC Hotel, who recently hosted an event for Ted Cruz.

The Next LGBT Battle: Sex Ed

Planned Parenthood and the HRC are calling attention to the immense need for inclusive sex education.

A Note on Pride Month From The Advocate's CEO

Mark Berryhill, the CEO of The Advocate's parent company equalpride, reflects on this year's Pride Month.

How Queer Teachers Can Create a Safe, Brave Space for Students

Teachers can empower queer students, especially those of color, by using authenticity, empathy, and the right words, Miguel Fonseca writes.

Miss Lawrence Hits the Big Time

Lawrence Washington segued from reality sidekick to costar on a network drama -- and he never had to take off his heels.

Proactive Love, Not Reactive Discipline, Will End Toxic Masculinity

It's imperative that boys are shown affection and empathy from the men in their lives.

WATCH: 36 Trans People Explain Their Identity

There so much more than just 'male' and 'female.' Go exploring with this feature-length documentary, viewable in its entirety exclusively at The Advocate.

Fringe political leader defends lynching, calling violence against LGBTQ+ Pride ‘acceptable’

Cody Davis, chair of Florida’s Jeffersonian Party, praised lynching during a Naples City Council meeting.

Boy Scouts Filing Bankruptcy Amid Sexual Abuse Lawsuits

A spokesman says the organization will still compensate survivors of abuse.

LGBT Representation in Pulitzers: Ronan Farrow and More

Farrow wins for his work in exposing Harvey Weinstein, while gay novelist Andrew Sean Greer (pictured, left) and gay poet Frank Bidart (right) take prizes as well.

TSA's History of Declaring Trans Bodies as Terrorist

A transgender military veteran digs into the Transportation Security Administration’s history of identifying gender-nonconformity in airline passengers as a possible security threat. 

Op-ed: Rick Perry's B.S. on BSA

When did inequality, discrimination and hate become American values?

Beloved Texas teacher resigns after Libs of TikTok stoked outrage over his school spirit day dress

The school district found that he didn’t violate any rules by wearing a pink dress to show solidarity with students, but the science teacher resigned because of the amount of negative attention.