Trace Lysette on Her 'Monica' Moment and Leading Lady Status
Beautiful and brilliant (and, incidentally, trans), the actress is an early awards contender for her starring role in Monica. But will Hollywood continue to reward her talents?
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Women
In The Advocate's Women section, readers can find out the latest news and updates that are important to lesbian, bisexual, and transgender women. Discover articles related to politics, arts and entertainment, health, parenting, business, travel, and more. Find out about women from all spheres of influence who are working toward advancing the LGBT rights movement like Tammy Baldwin, Guinevere Turner, Gloria Steinem, Ellen Page, Laverne Cox, and Diana Nyad. Watch videos, read articles, and stay up-to-date on all issues related to gay women.
Kamala Harris Emphasizes Diversity, Confronting Global Challenges at Historic West Point Graduation
The vice president was the first woman to give the school’s commencement address.
May 28 2023 10:17 AM
Hayley Kiyoko Creates a Lesbian Romance for Teens
Based on her iconic music video of the same name, Kiyoko’s debut novel knocks a queer YA romance out of the park.
May 26 2023 2:05 PM
Bi, Black, Fat, Disabled: Clarkisha Kent Is All That and More
This fearless writer navigates numerous identities. Read an excerpt from her new book describing how she achieved self-acceptance.
May 19 2023 1:48 PM
The American LGBTQ+ Museum Comes Into Focus
The forthcoming repository of queer history chooses a new executive for its leadership team, Suhaly Bautista-Carolina.
May 17 2023 7:25 PM
Jodi Balfour and the Power of Queer Storytelling
Out queer actress Jodi Balfour chats about LGBTQ+ representation on Ted Lasso and why her character’s coming-out arc on For All Mankind was so special.
May 16 2023 7:00 PM
More Than 50 of Our Favorite LGBTQ+ Moms
Our community's out moms could use some more visibility — and a big thank you too.
May 14 2023 10:27 AM
Book Club's Fonda, Bergen, Steenburgen on Women's Friendship, Sexual Agency
Jane Fonda, Candice Bergen, and Mary Steenburgen chat with The Advocate about Book Club: The Next Chapter and the importance of women supporting each other and depicting women over 60 who lead sexually full lives.
May 12 2023 5:53 PM
Tennessee Worse Than Texas? Rep. Gloria Johnson on Her State’s Spiral
Once given a closet as an office by GOP leadership, and with a target still on her back, Johnson refuses to stop fighting for what's right.
April 24 2023 4:28 PM
Montana Bill Would Erase Trans People, Threaten Women's Rights
Senate Bill 458 would define gender according to a person's reproductive capacities.
April 08 2023 1:27 PM
Love at First Listen: Woman Flies Across the World to Meet Her Podcast Crush
The two women are still together after more than 15 years together.
March 29 2023 5:12 PM
17 Women Who Changed the Course of LGBTQ+ History
For Women's History Month, we salute activists who've made LGBTQ+ history from the 1950s through the 2020s.
March 29 2023 11:34 AM
How This Queer Woman Became One of the Best Stunt Drivers in the Industry
Zandara Kennedy is one of the few women and queer stunt performers in Hollywood. Now she’s helping to open doors for other marginalized people in the industry.
March 27 2023 9:57 AM
‘The L Word: Generation Q’ Canceled After 3 Seasons
A reboot of The L Word is in development though.
March 23 2023 10:27 PM
The Heroes of ACT UP Are Dying
ACT UP’s Oral History Project celebrates a funding windfall while also mourning the sudden death of two of its most beloved longtime members.
March 20 2023 2:57 PM
Fans of 'A League of Their Own' Demand a Longer Renewal
After it was reported the queer-inclusive series would have only one more season, with just four episodes, fans were outraged.
March 17 2023 3:06 PM
Lily Tomlin Calls Rash of Anti-LGBTQ+ Bills 'Insane' and a 'Travesty'
The acclaimed lesbian performer minced no words in a recent interview.
March 16 2023 6:12 PM
On Equal Pay Day, Inequity Persists for Women, Including LGBTQ+ Ones
President Joe Biden is calling for action to close the pay gap.
March 14 2023 6:12 PM
‘A League of Their Own’ to End After Second Season
Prime Video has seemingly struck out the lauded queer series.
March 14 2023 5:47 PM
Women's Rights Champion, Former Lawmaker Patricia Schroeder Dies at 82
The former U.S. Representative from Colorado and Presidential candidate was a champion of women’s rights and longtime LGBTQ+ ally.
March 14 2023 9:45 AM