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Treat Williams, LGBTQ+ Ally in Gay-Themed Films, Dead at 71

Williams's roles included an undercover detective in a gay bathhouse in The Ritz and the supportive father of a gay man in The Christmas House.

Jonathan Bennett and the Holiday Queerness of 'Christmas House 2'

The out Mean Girls star discusses the chemistry with his Hallmark film family, queer expectations, and his engagement to Jaymes Vaughan. 

11 LGBTQ+ Hallmark stars you should know

Hallmark is at the forefront of promoting queer talent.

The Advocate Among Those Nominated for 2022 GLAAD Media Awards

Here's the complete list of films, TV shows, media outlets, and more recognized for advancing LGBTQ+ representation.

19 LGBTQ+ movies & TV shows coming in December 2025 & where to watch them

Looks like Christmas is coming early! Here’s what we are watching all month long!

The Menéndez Brothers ; House of Spoils; Heartstopper; Fanatic; Joker Folie a deux

43 LGBTQ+ movies & TV shows coming in October 2024 & where to watch them

Fall is here and spooky season is upon us. Here’s what we are watching all month long.

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Hallmark Casts Mean Girls' Jonathan Bennett in 1st Gay Christmas Movie

The Christmas House is one of several LGBTQ+ holiday movies this season. 

Church Accuses Choir Director of Holding ‘Coming-Out Party,’ Fires Him

The story of a Georgia choir director is a timely reminder of what's at stake at the United Methodist Church's General Conference, happening now.

7 Big Gay Music Moments from Vintage Christmas TV Specials

From Cher to Chewbacca, nothing says 'Happy Holidays' like Christmas kitsch.

New York City man bleeds out in his husband's arms after fatal stabbing

Arkmayer Davis was stabbed the morning of Christmas Eve on his way back from a laundromat to the shelter where he and his husband had been staying since a fire displaced them December 2.

A Very Beekman Christmas

Brent Ridge of Planet Green's The Fabulous Beekman Boys makes the yuletide gay with partner Josh Kilmer-Purcell, starting with a holiday TV special.

Donald Trump Hijacked My Holidays

A black gay man reflects on how racism and homophobia prevented him from going home to North Carolina for Christmas.

White House Christmas

A gay couple -- and blue state Democrats, no less -- invited to the Bush White House for a Christmas party? Advocate managing editor John Jameson recounts his and his partner's evening with George and Laura and a few hundred of their family and friends.

Secy. Pete Buttigieg Opens Up About Surprises of Fatherhood

The history-making politician also discussed what the administration Is doing to address supply chain issues.

Kelly Clarkson Slams Homophobe Who Called Same-Sex Marriage a 'Sin'

The Grammy winner defended a just-married woman whose engagement she facilitated during one of her shows two years ago. 

The Top 10 Benefits of Being a Gay Parent

Ever think about what wonderful things are associated with gay parenting? The list is endless, but I've whittled them down to the top 10.

​Florida Republicans Take Aim at Gender-Affirming Care, Drag Shows​

Florida Republican lawmakers are looking to ban gender-affirming care, stop legal changes of gender on birth certificates, and restrict drag shows.