Banned Books Week takes place October 5-11, 2025. The annual event raises awareness of the harm and the rising trend of book challenges and bans, especially targeting books by and about LGBTQ people and books about race and racism. Why are book bans happening? Book bans are part of a sweeping crackdown aimed at censoring [...] The post Facts and Action for Banned Books Week first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
Write It Out! (WIO!), the groundbreaking writing program centering people living with HIV and AIDS, proudly announces the launch of its Annual Campaign, a new initiative to ensure long-term sustainability and growth of the program. The campaign will kick off with the Write It Out! Anniversary Celebration on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at The Pete [...] The post Write It Out! Launches Annual Campaign to Uplift People Living with HIV Through Playwriting first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
Over the past decade, GLAAD Gaming has worked to improve how the video game industry engages with LGBTQ stories and players. This commitment has included consulting directly with video game studios and dev teams to ensure LGBTQ content is authentic, spotlighting queer-inclusive games at the GLAAD Media Awards, and publishing research on representation in games [...] The post GLAAD Gaming Announces New Queer Emerging Developers Program first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
Today, GLAAD and The Skin Deep are launching a special digital edition of the iconic conversation card deck {THE AND}, with 50% of proceeds going to GLAAD all month long. This special edition has been created in partnership with GLAAD and launches during LGBTQ History Month, in the spirit of solidarity and community. {THE AND: [...] The post We All Could Use Some Queer Joy! Be a Part of The Skin Deep + GLAAD’s New Collab first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
By guest contributor, Juan Pablo Di Pace as part of GLAAD’s Latine Heritage Month op-ed series, championing queer and allied voices in the community. I grew up in Buenos Aires, Argentina, with an artist mother and a father who worked in marketing. He traveled constantly, returning with all kinds of gifts from distant lands, but the [...] The post Finding Yourself Begins With Celebrating Others’ Differences first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
It’s a new month, which means new opportunities for queer TV! GLAAD is bringing you some highlights from LGBTQ TV premieres and returns throughout March. Check back on the first of each month for up-to-date coverage of LGBTQ-inclusive programming on television. October 1: Abbott Elementary (Season Five – ABC) School’s back in session! The new [...] The post Must-See LGBTQ TV: October Premieres and Returns! first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
This resource was created as a collaboration between GLAAD, The Trevor Project, and the Movement Advancement Project. On October 7, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in a landmark case, Chiles v. Salazar, concerning Colorado’s state law protecting LGBTQ youth from so-called “conversion therapy” – the first time the Court has heard a [...] The post Fact Sheet: Landmark Supreme Court Case Regarding Protections Against So-Called Conversion “Therapy” for Youth fir...| GLAAD
Note: The comments made by school board members in this piece reflect only their personal opinions and views, and are not necessarily reflective of their respective school boards / districts. Education is seemingly one of the most non-controversial topics. Who among us doesn’t want kids to learn and grow in a safe and welcoming environment? [...] The post Lessons Learned: On Organizing for Inclusive and Welcoming School Systems first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
In its nearly 40-year history, Atlanta’s world-renowned Out on Film festival has rarely opened with a documentary. However, this year, “I Was Born This Way,” the powerful story of the late singer, activist, and LGBTQ-affirming religious leader Archbishop Carl Bean, was the exception. Debuting to critical acclaim at the 2025 Tribeca Film Festival in June [...] The post Out On Film Celebrates Archbishop Carl Bean’s Legacy in Opening Documentary ‘I Was Born This Way’ first appeared o...| GLAAD
On Sunday, September 7, 2025, more than 225 filmmakers, artists, and industry professionals gathered at Malaparte on the rooftop of the TIFF Lightbox for the annual Inside Out x TIFF Queer Brunch. The event, launched in 2018, has become a fixture of the festival’s opening weekend, offering a space for 2SLGBTQ+ creatives to eat, meet [...] The post Inside Out Queer Brunch Lights Up Lightbox Rooftop to Kick off the 50th Toronto International Film Festival first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
Following its win of the Special Jury Award for Ensemble Cast at the Sundance Film Festival, gay 90’s drama Plainclothes is enjoying a limited release in the United States courtesy of Magnolia Pictures. A feature length directorial debut for Carmen Emmi, who also scripted the film, Plainclothes tells the story of a forbidden romance between working-class undercover [...] The post WATCH: Stars and Creator Behind Thriller “Plainclothes” Capture the Richness, Trauma, and History of A Gay...| GLAAD
Written by Cora Cartagena Each September, as we celebrate Latine Heritage Month, I am reminded that our stories, our culture, and our resilience are central to the fight to end the HIV epidemic. As a first-generation Peruvian immigrant and a Program Manager at NMAC, I have seen firsthand that HIV advocacy is not just about [...] The post Investing in Latina Women Is the Future of Ending the HIV Epidemic first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
NBC’s Oliver Sacks–inspired drama Brilliant Minds returns for its second season, continuing to explore complex patient stories, queer love, and the importance of embracing difference. Ahead of the premiere, stars Zachary Quinto and Teddy Sears spoke with Communications Associate Yolanda Lenge about the show’s impact and why its storytelling feels especially vital now. Quinto emphasized [...] The post WATCH: Zachary Quinto and Teddy Sears Explore Healing, Identity and Storytelling in S...| GLAAD
At this year’s NLGJA: The Association of LGBTQ+ Journalists Convention, GLAAD and PEN America — a civil society organization that aims to safeguard free expression — came together to lead a critical conversation on digital safety. The session, “De-dox Yourself on Meta: Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp,” explored how LGBTQ journalists can better protect themselves from [...] The post How LGBTQ Journalists Can Protect Themselves Online in an Era of Platform Rollbacks first appeared o...| GLAAD
Brooklyn, NY – On Thursday, September 11th, nearly 1000 expertly-clad fashion aficionados gathered at the Brooklyn Museum to attend the DapperQ 10th Annual Queer New York Fashion Week Show, an LGBTQ staple of the iconic sartorial event. While mis- and disinformation about the LGBTQ community continues to proliferate, this celebratory event offered a look back [...] The post Over 1000 Attendees at Annual LGBTQ Fashion Show During New York Fashion Week first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
Out actor, author, and activist George Takei has been named honorary chair of Banned Books Week, which will take place October 5 – 11, 2025. Takei will be joined in leading the annual event by youth honorary chair Iris Mogul. “Books are an essential foundation of democracy,” Takei said. “Our ‘government of the people, by [...] The post George Takei to Lead Banned Books Week 2025 first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
New York Fashion Week 2025 became the stage for a powerful cultural moment as +Life, the multi-media platform dedicated to dismantling HIV stigma, introduced the U.S. debut of HIV Unwrapped. The event, held September 13 at the Nexus Club, blended fashion, science, and storytelling in a way never before seen during Fashion Week. Set against [...] The post Science Meets Style:+Life Unveils HIV Unwrapped at New York Fashion Week first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
Virginia hosts one of two high profile elections this year attracting national attention, alongside the race for governor of New Jersey. Voters in Virginia will decide three powerful statewide leaders – Governor, Lieutenant Governor, and Attorney General. LGBTQ topics and people are once again part of the campaign conversation. LGBTQ people make up nearly 4% [...] The post Election 2025: Virginia Gubernatorial, Lt. Governor, and Attorney General Candidates on the Record on LGBTQ Issues fi...| GLAAD
Buckle up pop rock fans, G Flip has arrived! On the heels of their hugely successful 12-track Sophomore album "Drummer," the acclaimed singer, songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist wants to take you on a "Dream Ride" as part of their latest album era, inspired by "Bruce Springsteen, late-night drives around Los Angeles, ‘80s reverb, and maximalist drums."| GLAAD | GLAAD rewrites the script for LGBTQ acceptance.
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During New York Fashion Week, Meredith Marks, television personality, designer, and star of ‘The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City’ hosted a special evening at The Times Square EDITION to celebrate in advance of GLAAD’s upcoming 40th Anniversary Gala. Marks, a longtime supporter of GLAAD and proud member of the Host Committee for the 40th [...] The post Meredith Marks Hosts a Special Evening with GLAAD Ahead of the 40th Anniversary first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
At the 2025 United States Conference on HIV/AIDS (USCHA), Black queer and allied voices, stories, and leadership took center stage in Washington, D.C. This year’s convening reflected not only the urgency of addressing HIV within Black communities, but also the importance of uplifting Black queer people who continue to lead in advocacy, creativity, and community [...] The post GLAAD Centers Black Queer Voices at United States Conference on HIV & AIDS first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
The LGBTQ community showed up and out at the 77th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards last night! Hosted by standup comedian Nate Bargatze, Hollywood’s hottest celebs arrived in their Sunday best at the Peacock Theatre to see which shows and stars would take home an award for outstanding performances, directing, writing, and more. And aside from [...] The post From “Hacks” to “The Traitors,” LGBTQ Stars Shine at the 2025 Emmy Awards first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
(Originally posted 1/8/25) Social media accounts with a history of anti-transgender rhetoric frequently and falsely accuse transgender people of crimes, particularly during mass shooting events, before facts are known. There is no evidence of escalating violence committed by LGBTQ people. Extremism and domestic terrorism experts tell PolitiFact that there are no widespread threats of growing [...] The post Fact Sheet: Debunking “Trans Terrorism” and Other False Claims in High-Profile Cr...| GLAAD
Jonathan Bennett fans rejoice! The beloved GLAAD Media Award winning film “The Groomsmen: Second Chances” is set to air this Saturday, September 13th on Hallmark Channel at 8pm ET. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Jonathan Bennett (@jonathandbennett) Starring Bennett, the “King of Gay Christmas” himself, and newcomer Alex Lincoln, [...] The post Don’t miss “The Groomsmen: Second Chances” coming to your TV this Saturday! first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
Thirsty Suitors is one of video gaming’s finest explorations of South Asian culture, queerness, and relationship turmoil, but its success in telling a genuine, heartfelt story didn’t happen by accident. It was the achievement of the hardworking developers at Outerloop Games who are dedicated to creating smaller games with big themes, often spotlighting communities that [...] The post GLAAD Gaming Spotlight: Outerloop Games’ Chandana Ekanayake on Crafting Queer, Brown, and Bold Stories f...| GLAAD
Today, former American Idol season 7 star David Hernandez releases his most personal single to date, “feel it all”. The raw and soulful anthem dives deep into recovery, sobriety, and redemption, stories close to Hernandez’s heart and to so many in the LGBTQ community. “To be honest, it was never my intention to share it,” [...] The post Healing Through Music: David Hernandez Releases “feel it all” first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
The Okra’s Project’s new initiative offers three months of free therapy to support Black transgender individuals nationwide The Okra Project, a nonprofit dedicated to nourishing and sustaining Black transgender, nonbinary, and gender-expansive communities, is deepening its impact. In partnership with BetterHelp, the organization will now provide up to three months of free or low-cost therapy [...] The post The Okra Project Expands Nationwide with BetterHelp to Deliver Free Mental Health C...| GLAAD
Independent rapper, songwriter, and Year 2 GLAAD EMEI cohort member, Suni MF, is redefining what it means to take up space in hip-hop. The openly Black lesbian artist recently made waves after winning a BMI Award by Broadcast Music Inc. for her contributions to Drake’s chart-topping track Rich Baby Daddy. This recognition is proof that queer [...] The post Suni MF on Breaking Barriers in Hip-Hop and Winning Big at the BMI Awards first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
Since 1990, The Association of LGBTQ+ Journalists (NLGJA) has met annually as a group to network and share best practices for fair and accurate coverage of LGBTQ people in and outside of newsrooms. This year, from September 4-6, Midtown Atlanta served as home base for hundreds of LGBTQ journalists and allies from across the country [...] The post GLAAD Amplifies Black Southern Queer Voices During LGBTQ Journalists Association Convention first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
The 2025 MTV Video Music Awards, held on Sunday, September 7 at UBS Arena in New York, delivered a night full of unforgettable moments that highlighted LGBTQ artistry, community, and joy. Queer stars lit up the red carpet, where GLAADs Yolanda Lenge caught up with talent including Rebecca Black, Gigi Perez, T.S. Madison and Frankie [...] The post Queer Joy Shined at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
Dylan O’Brien is stepping into a daring dual role in Twinless, the new film from writer-director James Sweeney. The film, which had its world premiere at Sundance earlier this year, will debut in limited theaters on Friday, September 5, 2025. The two sat down with Vice President of Communications and Talent, Anthony Allen Ramos, to [...] The post WATCH: Dylan O’Brien and James Sweeney on ‘Twinless’ and Championing Original Queer Stories first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
The ballroom is back! Dancing with the Stars returns for its 34th season on Tuesday, September 16 on ABC and Disney+. Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough return as hosts, and this year’s celebrity lineup is one of the most exciting yet. Among the new cast (including Dylan Efron, Andy Richter, and Olympic gold medalist Jordan [...] The post WATCH: Queer ‘Dancing with the Stars’ Cast Members Scott Hoying and Lauren Jauregui are Not Just Competing – They’re Changing Hearts and Minds fir...| GLAAD
As LGBTQ-inclusive books are being pulled from classrooms and libraries at an alarming rate, GLAAD is taking direct action by mailing hundreds of copies of a beloved (and banned) LGBTQ title straight to every member of Congress and the Supreme Court. The campaign is built around Uncle Bobby’s Wedding, a joyful children’s book co-published by [...] The post How GLAAD is Combatting Censorship by Sending LGBTQ Books Straight to Capitol Hill first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
GLAAD announced inaugural partnership with the Trans Film Mentorship (TFM) in tandem with the group’s Trans Filmmaker Summit (TFS), which returns for its fourth consecutive year at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival. Founded by Luis De Filippis and Gabrielle Zilkha, TFM's mission is to increase the presence of trans and nonbinary professionals, filmmakers, creatives| GLAAD | GLAAD rewrites the script for LGBTQ acceptance.
By Trevor Anderson The 50th edition of the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) will take place September 4-14, 2025. The 291 titles on the schedule–209 new features, 6 classics, 66 shorts, and 10 series–include a diverse array of stories created by and featuring LGBTQ talent. GLAAD previously noted several films of interest to queer audiences, [...] The post TIFF’s 50th Film Festival Brings LGBTQ Stories to Screen & Talent to Toronto first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
LGBTQ leaders in Washington, DC, and in states deploying their National Guard to a militarized DC, speak out about the dangers to LGBTQ people in DC and to public safety at home. Dwayne Steward, Equality Ohio Executive Director “You don’t have to be from Ohio to know the dangerous history of injecting the National Guard [...] The post Bring Them Home: Deploying Our State National Guard for Political Purposes Endangers Public Safety first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
GRAMMY® considered artist, advocate and producer Thomas Orlina has released his seventh studio single, “Everything Is Meant To Be.” The new project which includes the original version, “Everything Is Meant To Be”, “Everything Is Meant To Be – All Night Club Remix”, “Everything Is Meant To Be – All Night Club Extended Remix” and the [...] The post EXCLUSIVE: Thomas Orlina Releases ‘Everything Is Meant To Be’ for the GRAMMYs® first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
The renowned fashion, science and activism event HIV Unwrapped is set to have its U.S. debut at New York Fashion Week on Saturday, September 13 at Nexus Club New York. Presented by +Life, a multi-media brand dedicated to eliminating HIV stigma, the show pairs emerging Parsons School of Design students with leading HIV scientists to create couture [...] The post Smashing Stigma with Couture, +Life’s Iconic “HIV Unwrapped” Set to Debut at New York Fashion Week 2025 first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
If you were to ask Ken Schneck about the one thing he is certain of, he'll most likely answer that question with the confidence he exudes once he's behind a microphone. Queer and trans news, reported by queer and trans people, is essential and deserves to be heard. Since July, the award-winning journalist and editor| GLAAD | GLAAD rewrites the script for LGBTQ acceptance.
“Show me how good it’s gonna get today, God. Dear universe, you have permission to amaze me,” Joseph Reaves said at the top of his program. “Something amazing is gonna happen to me today.” Reaves’ Hella Black, Hella Queer, Hella Christian, is a fully Black, fully Queer, fully Human, fully Divine iHeartRadio podcast that touches [...] The post GLAAD’s Darian Aaron Talks Faith, Race and Family in iHeartRadio Interview first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
The race is far from over. MTV and Paramount+ have officially renewed RuPaul’s Drag Race for Season 18, alongside fresh seasons of Untucked, RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars, and All Stars Untucked. The news comes on the heels of a landmark year for the franchise. Season 17 of Drag Race delivered the show’s biggest [...] The post BRING BACK MY GIRLS! ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ Announces New Season Renewals Across Franchises first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
August 20 marks Southern HIV/AIDS Awareness Day (SHAAD)—a pivotal moment to spotlight the ongoing HIV crisis in the Southern United States and recommit to equity, visibility, and community-driven solutions. A Region in Crisis: Disproportionate HIV Burden The U.S. South, and especially the “Deep South” of Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee,| GLAAD | GLAAD rewrites the script for LGBTQ acceptance.
Every year, the U.S. Supreme Court receives an estimated 8,000 requests — petitions, or “writs of certiorari” — to take up cases related to a number of constitutional questions affecting Americans and our lives. It only grants a small percentage of those and denies review to the overwhelming majority of cases, allowing lower court decisions [...] The post What’s At Stake at the Supreme Court in 2025-2026: Fast Facts first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
The Birmingham Black Repertory Theatre Collective (BBRTC), an award-winning Black Queer-led grassroots theatre organization, is thrilled to announce “Denim & Diamonds: A Southern Takeover,” a one-night-only fundraising concert and gala held on September 17, 2025, at 5:00 PM at The Listening Room in Nashville, TN. Taking place on International Black Theatre Day, this dynamic, music-filled [...] The post Birmingham Black Repertory Theatre Collective Celebrates National Black Theatre Day wit...| GLAAD
This September, Atlanta will host Haus of Move Camp—a 3-day immersive sync songwriting and music industry development experience designed for Black and Brown trans and queer artists, songwriters, and producers. Taking place September 26–28, the camp is a program of the 2AM Ricky M.O.V.E. (Mobilizing Opportunities for Visibility and Empowerment) Initiative and powered by Blaze [...] The post Haus of Move Camp: Building Power & Creativity for Black and Brown LGBTQ+ Artists first appeared on...| GLAAD
In the second part of GLAAD’s Q& A with Dothan, Alabama, meteorologist Bryan Boggiano, Bryan turns the camera on his own story as a person with autism who is also LGBTQ, who also shows up on the air every day as his full authentic self. He’s delivering information and inspiration for others who are different [...] The post Forecast for Fabulous Part 2: All Slay, No Shade: Meteorologist Bryan Boggiano on Being Out, Neurodiverse, and Celebrating Icons in Southeast Alabama first appeared on ...| GLAAD
The Television Academy is set to launch 'Televerse,' its first foray into the festival world. Televerse will run from August 14 through August 16 in Los Angeles, right before the final-round of Emmy voting takes place. The event will include panels, an immersive event space showcasing TV production, reunions and retrospectives, and the first time| GLAAD | GLAAD rewrites the script for LGBTQ acceptance.
“That’s what she gets!” It’s been twelve years since two-time Tony and Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Michael R. Jackson heard those words echo throughout the movie theater where he begrudgingly went to watch Tyler Perry’s 2013 film Temptation: Confessions of A Marriage Counselor. The protagonist, Judith, played by actress Jurnee Smollett, is diagnosed with HIV after [...] The post Black Gay Playwright Michael R. Jackson Talks HIV Stigma, PrEP, and the Tyler Perry Film Inside His...| GLAAD
David Archuleta is entering a new chapter: bold, unfiltered, and completely on his own terms. The pop vocalist and fan-favorite singer-songwriter is gearing up to release his brand-new EP Earthly Delights on August 15, and it’s unlike anything listeners have heard from him before. Following the success of his shimmering singles “Crème Brûlée” and “Can [...] The post David Archuleta’s “Earthly Delights” Embraces Queer Joy, Sensuality, and New Beginnings first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
Only 25 of 95 stories about proposed legislation or other official actions targeting transgender people included a quote from a transgender person; only 9 of the 95 included professionals with experience on the topic.| GLAAD | GLAAD rewrites the script for LGBTQ acceptance.
On August 8, GLAAD, the world’s leading LGBTQ media advocacy organization, amplified the voices of several transgender service members in response to news that the U.S. Air Force issued a memo denying early retirement to all transgender service members with between 15 and 18 years of military service. These trans service members are being given [...] The post Transgender Service Members Respond: U.S. Air Force Denies Retirement Benefits to Trans Troops first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
Every week, The GLAAD Wrap brings you LGBTQ-related entertainment news highlights, fresh stuff to watch out for, and fun diversions to help you kick off the weekend. 1) Dramedy My Mother’s Wedding is out in theaters today! The film follows three daughters who return home for their mother’s third wedding. One of the daughters, Katherine| GLAAD | GLAAD rewrites the script for LGBTQ acceptance.
Alabama meteorologist Bryan Boggiano is known for sprinkling LGBTQ pop culture references in his shows, getting noticed by the likes of Snooki, Countess Luann de Lesseps and Trixie Mattel. He first popped on GLAAD’s radar in May when he sent social media into a storm over his references to drag lingo and LGBTQ pop culture. [...] The post Forecast for Fabulous Part 1: Alabama Meteorologist Delivers LGBTQ Realness as a Rising Star for Visibility first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
On this Jamaican Independence Day, a moment for celebration, reflection, and cultural pride, filmmaker and author Max-Arthur Mantle is boldly reclaiming the narrative around Jamaican queerness with his upcoming feature film, BATTY BWOY!. The film, currently in pre-production, is a groundbreaking cinematic project that centers the Black, queer Caribbean experience through the story of Mark [...] The post “BATTY BWOY!” is Bringing Queer Caribbean Stories to the Big Screen: A Defiant Love ...| GLAAD
When "American Idol" first aired in 2002, it didn’t just launch a wave of pop stars, it quietly marked a moment of queer history. Among the show’s earliest finalists was Jim Verraros, who would become one of the first openly gay contestants on a major reality competition series. At just 19, Verraros stepped into a| GLAAD | GLAAD rewrites the script for LGBTQ acceptance.
Get ready for a night of big laughs and even bigger stakes! Tune in this Wednesday at 8/7c on ABC (and streaming the next day on Hulu) as Academy Award winner and Community star Jim Rash joins forces with longtime co-star Joel McHale on Who Wants to Be a Millionaire. When celebrities take the hot [...] The post TUNE IN: Jim Rash Plays “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire” for GLAAD! first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
It’s a new month, which means new opportunities for queer TV! GLAAD is bringing you some highlights from LGBTQ TV premieres and returns throughout August.| GLAAD | GLAAD rewrites the script for LGBTQ acceptance.
Every week, The GLAAD Wrap brings you LGBTQ-related entertainment news highlights, fresh stuff to watch out for, and fun diversions to help you kick off the weekend. The post The GLAAD Wrap: Trailers for “Twinless,” “The History of Sound,” and “Eternity,” new music from Renee Rapp, Chappell Roan, and more! first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
Queer country fans are in for a treat! Out country music star Chris Housman is back with an all new single and music video! Hidin’ Something is described a “gayer Goodbye Earl” by The Chicks. Watch the music video here! The “sexy, murderous romp” tells the story of a woman, played by queer icon and Real Houswives [...] The post WATCH: Country Star Chris Housman Drops Steamy Music Video for “Hidin’ Something” Featuring “Real Houswives'” Braunwyn Spinner first appeared on ...| GLAAD
Jewel Thais‑Williams, affectionately known as “Mama Jewel,” passed away on July 7, 2025, at age 86, as confirmed by her sister, Carol Williams. Born in Indiana on May 9, 1939, and raised in San Diego before settling in Los Angeles, she would go on to become a pioneering voice for Black queer liberation, especially as a Black [...] The post Honoring the Life of Jewel Thais-Williams: A Legend in the Black Sapphic Community first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
New York Liberty fans were in for a special treat last Friday, as GLAAD took center court with the 2024 WNBA Champions ahead of their annual Pride Night. In addition to their historic season last year, the New York Liberty were also recognized for their commitment to LGBTQ inclusion in sports, which is why GLAAD [...] The post Nearly 20,000 Convene for New York Liberty Pride Night; GLAAD Awards History-making Team with Special Recognition Trophy first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
Every week, The GLAAD Wrap brings you LGBTQ-related entertainment news highlights, fresh stuff to watch out for, and fun diversions to help you kick off the weekend. The post The GLAAD Wrap: TIFF Lineup announced, first looks at “Ted Lasso” and “Loot,” new music from Joey Miceli, and more! first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
On Monday, July 21st, guest host Alan Cumming took to the stage on Jimmy Kimmel Live to deliver a scathing monologue regarding the attack on trans rights in the US. The acclaimed actor and host of Traitors spoke about his role as Nightcrawler in the “X-Men” franchise, adding: “I happen to believe that there are [...] The post WATCH: Alan Cumming Delivers Biting Monologue on Attacks Against the Trans Community, Cites GLAAD ALERT Desk on Jimmy Kimmel Live first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
NBC’s American Ninja Warrior has long celebrated resilience, strength, and heart and this season, two trailblazing athletes are making sure that trans visibility is part of that legacy. Clayton and Jenson, the first out trans men to be featured on the hit competition series, are using their platform to redefine what it means to compete, [...] The post Meet the Trans Athletes Competing on This Season of “American Ninja Warrior” first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
In the current cultural and political landscape, LGBTQ people — and especially transgender and nonbinary people — face an onslaught of attacks, including extraordinary levels of inflammatory, false, dehumanizing rhetoric. Anti-LGBTQ media figures, political leaders, and others are enlisting classic fear-mongering tactics: propagating malicious harmful lies and bigotry to target a historically marginalized group of [...] The post Fact Check Overview: Falsehoods and Misleading Tropes About ...| GLAAD
By Richard Fowler, Contributing Writer At a time of severe societal change, creators, filmmakers, actors, producers, and film lovers gathered in Miami Beach to fight forward through storylines that both showcase and shape a culture long seated at the cornerstone of American identity—global Blackness. Now in its 29th year, the American Black Film Festival once [...] The post Reflection: ABFF 2025 x GLAAD – A Homecoming for Storylines That Matter first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
This week, GLAAD’s Trump Accountability Tracker reached a milestone of 300 shameful anti-LGBTQ actions, statements, and policies against the community, from the start of the Trump administration’s first term until today. The list includes approximately 77 anti-LGBTQ actions since January 2025, when the administration began its second term. GLAAD is holding Trump and his administration [...] The post Trump Administration Hits Shameful Milestone of 300 Anti-LGBTQ Actions, Statements, and ...| GLAAD
Last week, GLAAD’s Community of Color & Media team, teamed up with Columbia Pictures and Screen Gems hosted a pre-screening of I Know What You Did Last Summer, and let me tell you, it’s not the 1997 slasher you may remember. Sure, it has its roots in that classic, but this new chapter gives the [...] The post I Know What You Did Last Summer – Private Screening first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
Every week, The GLAAD Wrap brings you LGBTQ-related entertainment news highlights, fresh stuff to watch out for, and fun diversions to help you kick off the weekend. The post The GLAAD Wrap: ‘Heightened Scrutiny’ and ‘Love and Rage: Munroe Bergdorf’ out now, trailers for ‘Stranger Things’ and ‘After the Hunt,’ new music from Wet Leg and Joey Miceli, and more! first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
Welcome to the latest edition of GLAAD’s Heroes of the Resistance, where we compile heartwarming news about leaders and changemakers who are paving a pathway towards acceptance and inclusion despite a hostile climate for LGBTQ people. The legislative session has come to an end in most states across the country and the proposal of extreme, [...] The post Heroes of the Resistance: Post-Pride Summer Edition first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
Blackshear, GA, native LaVonnia Moore found her purpose working in the Okefenokee and Three Rivers Regional Library Systems (TRRLS), quickly advancing from 10 hours a week as a part-time employee in 2010 to running her own branch as the Pierce County Library manager until she was unexpectedly ousted from her position on June 18, following [...] The post Georgia Community Rallies to Reinstate Celebrated Librarian Fired Over Inclusive Book Display first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
The nominations for the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards are officially here, and LGBTQ talent is shining bright across categories from acting and hosting to reality TV and makeup design. The annual ceremony, airing September 15 on CBS and streaming via Paramount+, continues to reflect the growing influence and impact of LGBTQ voices on television. Among [...] The post LGBTQ Talent and Drag Excellence Celebrated in 2025 Emmy Nominations first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
Earlier in July, Gayming Magazine presented the 2025 Gayming Awards in Los Angeles, celebrating LGBTQ trailblazers and media from the past year. GLAAD was on-site at the star-studded event, held in West Hollywood’s famous gay bar The Abbey, to bring you all the details. This year’s ceremonies were hosted by drag artist and Twitch streamer [...] The post 2025 Gayming Awards Celebrates Queer Excellence in Gaming and Television first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
Barrier-breaking supermodel Munroe Bergdorf made history when she became the first out trans woman to appear on a L’Oreal campaign in the United Kingdom. Her success only flourished since then, ranging from opportunities with UN Women as an advocate; to starring as the subject in Channel 4 doc “What Makes a Women”; to even co-opening [...] The post WATCH: Munroe Bergdorf Talks “Love & Rage,” A New Documentary on Her Personal, Groundbreaking Journey as a Trans Model, Author & Activis...| GLAAD
View this post on Instagram A post shared by GLAAD (@glaad) Actor Juan Pablo Di Pace, best known for his roles in Mamma Mia! and Fuller House, joins GLAAD Vice President of Communication and Talent, Anthony Allen Ramos, to talk about his feature directorial debut, Before We Forget. The poignant and deeply personal [...] The post WATCH: Juan Pablo Di Pace Makes Directorial Debut with Tender, Time-Spanning LGBTQ Coming-of-Age Film ‘Before We Forget’ first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
Every week, The GLAAD Wrap brings you LGBTQ-related entertainment news highlights, fresh stuff to watch out for, and fun diversions to help you kick off the weekend. The post The GLAAD Wrap: Trailers for “Acapulco,” “The Morning Show,” and “My Life with the Walter Boys,” “Queens of the Dead” gets NA distribution, and more! first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
On July 9, 2025, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) held a workshop with the inaccurate and inflammatory title: “The Dangers of ‘Gender-Affirming Care’ for Minors.” The title, event, and invited speakers ignore the consensus of every major medical association and leading world health authority, which all support health care for transgender adults and youth. Intentional [...] The post Fact Sheet: Speakers Invited by Trump Administration Spread Disinformation at National Hearing On Medi...| GLAAD
In a growingly-divided nation, the American Flag has evolved from a symbol of unity, freedom, and patriotism to one of fear and tension for many. This shifting attitude against a once-beloved emblem is what inspired iconic designer Alexis Bittar and the award-winning producer Bruce Cohen to investigate how people, especially LGBTQ people, can “Reclaim the [...] The post WATCH: “Reclaim The Flag” Trailer – LGBTQ Legends Sound Off on American History, Values, and Futures in New Doc Trai...| GLAAD
Late last month, Puerto Rico’s Senate voted to advance a bill that would ban health care for trans youth under the age of 21 on the island and punish parents or doctors who help youth receive this care with fines, jail time, and/or the revocation of their medical license. Prior to the bill’s passage, parents [...] The post Anti-Transgender Bill Advances in Puerto Rico, Seeking to Ban Lifesaving Care for Youth and Punish Parents and Doctors first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
There is no better person to interview another Survivor alum than another Survivor alum. Survivor alum Zeke Smith, who serves on GLAAD’s Board of Directors, sat down with Survivor winner and Traitors fan favorite Pavarti Shallow to discuss all things about the legacy reality series and her new book, Nice Girls Don’t Win. In her new book, which hits shelves [...] The post WATCH: Zeke Smith and Pavarti Shallow Talk All Things ‘Survivor’; Her New Book ‘Nice Girls Don’t Win’; ...| GLAAD
Every week, The GLAAD Wrap brings you LGBTQ-related entertainment news highlights, fresh stuff to watch out for, and fun diversions to help you kick off the weekend. 1.) Sam Felder’s timely documentary Heightened Scrutiny is coming to theaters, New York on July 18 at the DCTV Firehouse and Los Angeles on July 26 at the [...] The post The GLAAD Wrap: “Heightened Scrutiny” Coming to Theaters, Trailers for “I Wish You All the Best” and “The Proud House: Louder and Prouder,” New M...| GLAAD
The podcast Tested was released last year by NPR’s Embedded banner, an audio platform for untold audio documentaries told through a deeply reported narrative lens, along with CBC in Canada. Written, reported, and hosted by journalist Rose Eveleth, Tested dives into the 100-year history of sex testing in elite sports that led to the identical conversations we [...] The post ‘Tested’ Podcast Host Rose Eveleth Talks Controversial History of Mandatory Sex Testing in Olympics first appeare...| GLAAD
This past Friday, June 27, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a blow to public school education and the freedom to read with their ruling in Mahmoud v. Taylor, allowing a preliminary injunction to remain in place for a small group of Maryland parents seeking to opt their kids out of LGBTQ-inclusive children’s books at school. [...] The post Authors and Illustrators Issue Personal Statements in Response to Ruling in Supreme Court Banned Books Case first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
By Donja R. Love I didn’t realize how much I needed to go to Miami for the American Black Film Festival (ABFF). When GLAAD asked me to be their ambassador for ABFF, I was conflicted. Before the request, my husband and I were informed by our (now former) landlord that we had to move because [...] The post OP-ED: Finding A Home In Community first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
By John Barnes, Communities of Color & Media Consultant Arrival: Rest, Reflection, and Radiance On Wednesday, June 11, 2025, I landed in Miami, FL, on a hot summer day around noon. This was no ordinary Miami trip — this was my first time attending the American Black Film Festival, and to do it as a [...] The post A Very Real & Very Radiant American Black Film Festival: A Reflection by John Barnes first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
It’s a new month, which means new opportunities for queer TV! GLAAD is bringing you some highlights from LGBTQ TV premieres and returns throughout July. Check back on the first of each month for up-to-date coverage of LGBTQ-inclusive programming on television. July 7 Such Brave Girls (Season Two—Hulu) The BAFTA-winning comedy returns with more darkly [...] The post Must-See LGBTQ TV: July Premieres & Returns first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
The U.S. Supreme Court released a widely expected, but devastating ruling, Friday, in Mahmoud v. Taylor. In a move that equates to soft censorship, paves the way for expanded and more restrictive book bans, and stigmatizes LGBTQ people, justices voted 6-3 in favor of a preliminary injunction for a small group of parents in Montgomery [...] The post SCOTUS Ruling Condoning Book Censorship Is “a Grave Misjudgment.” first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
Playwright and Advocate Donja R. Love Expands Vision of Healing, Community, and Artistic Liberation for the Poz Community At a time when federally funded HIV/AIDS programs are under attack and the rights of people living with HIV are increasingly threatened, one powerful writing initiative is offering a space of resistance, healing, and imagination. Write It [...] The post Write It Out! Opens Applications for Groundbreaking $10,000 Prize and Program for Playwrights Living with HIV first appea...| GLAAD
As voters in New Jersey prepare to elect their next governor on November 4, 2025, the two major party candidates, Democrat Mikie Sherrill and Republican Jack Ciattarelli, will face off for the open seat. About 343,000 LGBTQ people live in New Jersey, which is the first state in the nation to require LGBTQ-inclusive teachings in [...] The post Election 2025: NJ Gubernatorial Candidates on the Record on LGBTQ Issues first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
By Brandon Nicholas For a sunny* second year in a row, I was in Miami Beach for the American Black Film Festival. Last year, I wrote about my experience at the ABFF as a GLAAD Ambassador, and in the article, I said that I “look forward to attending ABFF in the future as a presenter.” [...] The post OP-ED: Reel Radiant Queerness at ABFF first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
Every week, The GLAAD Wrap brings you LGBTQ-related entertainment news highlights, fresh stuff to watch out for, and fun diversions to help you kick off the weekend. 1.) Ponyboi, the first feature written by and starring an intersex person, Salvadorian-American filmmaker and activist River Gallo, hit select theaters today! Set over the course of a [...] The post The GLAAD Wrap: “Ponyboi” and “Hot Milk” in Theaters, Trailer for “Lurker,” New Music by Susannah Joffe, Reneé Rapp a...| GLAAD
By Quintay Knight, Communities of Color & Media Consultant On June 19th 2025 THERA Thursdays hosted a webinar entitled “They Ain’t Coming To Save US” featuring guest presenter Ian L. Haddock– speaker, writer, author, advocate and the host Mable Taplin – global patient advocate, strategic leader, author and keynote speaker. The webinar explores discussions emphasizing [...] The post They Ain’t Coming To Save Us first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
Last night was one for the books at the 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge in Brooklyn, New York. GLAAD hosted a very special event which celebrated visionaries shaping culture – from film, TV, and music to sports and journalism – who are pushing LGBTQ visibility forward. One Story. One Future. was a star-studded night which honored trailblazers, [...] The post GLAAD Celebrates Pride 2025 with Special Live “I’ve Had It Podcast” with Jennifer Welch, Angie “Pumps” Sullivan in Conversation w...| GLAAD
Ashly Burch is known as a producer, writer, and series regular on Apple TV’s Mythic Quest and has since branched out to be the co-creator and co-showrunner of the spinoff Side Quest. She was also seen in the feature film We’re All Gonna Die which debuted at SXSW in 2024. She won an Emmy for writing an episode [...] The post ‘Mythic Quest’ Actor Ashly Burch Talks New Web Series ‘I’m Happy You’re Here’; Mental Health and Gaming in LGBTQ Community first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
Mobile, Alabama natives Preston Howard Sr. and Connie Howard, parents of four and married for 30 years, say when their son, Preston Howard Jr., 31, an Atlanta-based event decorator, came out the summer before his senior year in high school, it never occurred to them to reject him. There were no discussions about possible shame [...] The post Pride Month May Be Quieter This Year, But This Alabama Family’s Unconditional Love for Their Gay Son is Loud first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
During Pride and every month beyond it, Black queer creators and advocates are using their digital platforms to redefine what it means to live in your truth. From sexuality and gender expression to self-acceptance, love, and mental health, these creators are offering more than content. They’re creating radical care, community, and culture. Below are six [...] The post What Black Queer Influencers & Advocates are Teaching about Gender, Love, Style, and Self: Black Queer Influencers to Know t...| GLAAD
On June 26, 2025, LGBTQ families and allies will celebrate the ten-year anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court ruling in Obergefell v. Hodges, which cemented the national freedom to marry for same-sex couples across the country. The Court affirmed the fundamental freedom to marry for all; and stated that banning marriage is a violation of [...] The post Fact Sheet for Reporters: 10-Year Anniversary of Marriage Nationwide for Same-Sex Couples first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD
Enigma is the latest documentary from prolific trans documentarian, Zackary Drucker (The Lady in the Dale, The Stroll) now streaming on HBO Max. It follows the lives of Amanda Lear and April Ashley, two women who got their start at Le Carrousel, a trans and drag cabaret in Paris during the 1950s and 1960s, The [...] The post Zackary Drucker, Director of the HBO Documentary “Enigma,” Talks Trans Futures, Disclosure, and the Lessons We Can All Learn From Trailblazers April Ashley and Amand...| GLAAD
In a time when LGBTQ rights are under attack across the country, Frankie Grande’s unapologetically queer performance on The Tonight Show wasn’t just entertainment, it was a reminder that queer people are here to stay. Tuesday night, the actor, singer, and activist took the stage on one of the most iconic shows on late night, [...] The post WATCH: Frankie Grande Serves Queer Joy in Unapologetically Gay Live Performance on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” first appeared on GLAAD.| GLAAD