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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.

Penny Marshall
People
'A League of Their Own' Director Penny Marshall Dies at 75

The beloved star of Laverne & Shirley and director of massive hits of the '80s and '90s died in her Hollywood home on Monday. 

December 18 2018 3:14 PM
Yael Stone
Women
'OITNB' Star Yael Stone Accuses Geoffrey Rush of Harassment

Yael Stone, who plays bisexual character Morello on OITNB, braved a clash with Australia's defamation laws to speak out against the Oscar winner. 

December 18 2018 2:31 PM
Margot Robbie and Saoirse Ronan
film
Mary Queen of Scots' Ronan & Robbie on Female Agency & Sexual Fluidity

Robbie and Ronan chat with The Advocate about Mary Stuart and Elizabeth I's sisterhood and the depiction of sexually and gender-fluid characters in the film. 

December 14 2018 4:42 AM
Keanna Mattel
Crime
Transgender Woman Murdered in Detroit; Suspect Arrested

Keanna Mattel is the 24th known transgender homicide victim in the U.S. this year.

December 11 2018 2:12 PM
Mel Reid
Sports
Pro Golfer Mel Reid Comes Out, Joins Athlete Ally

"It’s important for me to always fight for equality," says the six-time Ladies European Tour champ.

December 10 2018 9:31 PM
Sarah Silverman and Kevin Hart and Nick Cannon
Women
Why Sarah Silverman Can Say 'F*g' and Kevin Hart Can't

Sarah Silverman (and one of her gay fans) explains the difference between her "antigay" tweets and Kevin Hart's.

December 10 2018 5:47 PM
This Lesbian Love Story is Groundbreaking for Brazil
Women
This Lesbian Love Story Is Groundbreaking

No story like this has made it to Hollywood. 

December 10 2018 1:07 PM
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