Category: People

Jan 15
Heated Rivalry Inspires Real-Life Hockey Player to Comes Out as Gay: ‘There Is Hope’

Former competitive hockey player Jesse Kortuem has publicly come out as gay, crediting the queer hockey-themed series Heated Rivalry for inspiring him to finally share his story. Although Kortuem never made it to the NHL, he played defence and centre across various leagues throughout his life. For years, his deep love for the sport and […]

Jan 14
Queer Māori Playwright Aroha Awarau Passes Away Peacefully in Ponsonby

Beloved Māori playwright and filmmaker Aroha Awarau has died peacefully in Ponsonby. His legacy as a queer storyteller and fearless creative lives on through works that championed marginalised voices. Aotearoa has farewelled one of its most vital creative voices. Acclaimed playwright, filmmaker, and journalist Aroha Awarau died peacefully this afternoon at Mercy Hospice in Ponsonby. […]

Jan 14
Yungblud Goes Fully Nude During Boat Party in Sydney Harbour

British rocker Yungblud turned heads this week after being spotted completely nude while partying on a boat in Sydney Harbour. Known for his gender-nonconforming style and rebellious spirit, the 26-year-old artist wasted no time embracing the Aussie summer after landing in Sydney ahead of his IDOLS world tour. The singer, whose real name is Dominic […]

Jan 14
Michael Cimino Drops Steamy Selfie While Teasing New Projects

Actor and musician Michael Cimino is kicking off 2026 with major energy and a few viral selfies that have fans buzzing. Best known for his breakout role in Love, Victor, Cimino has been teasing new creative ventures as he steps into the new year. The multitalented star is working on both music and acting projects, […]

Jan 13
The Last Dinner Party Are Getting Loud – And We’re Listening

YOUR EX meets Abigail Morris, lead singer of The Last Dinner Party, the all-female UK band making waves with their theatrical, emotionally charged pop and strong connection to queer audiences. There’s a particular kind of electricity that happens when a band arrives already fully formed – not just musically, but aesthetically, emotionally and politically. The […]

Jan 13
Josh Cavallo Says Homophobia Forced His Exit from Adelaide United

Josh Cavallo has accused his former A‑League club, Adelaide United, of homophobia, claiming internal politics and discrimination prevented him from playing after he came out as gay in 2021. The 26‑year‑old left the club last year and has since relocated to England, where he now plays non‑league football. Cavallo signed with Stamford AFC in the […]

Jan 13
Joe Locke and Andrew Scott Join Star-Studded Cast for Elsinore, Film Honouring Ian Charleson

Heartstopper’s Joe Locke and Knives Out star Andrew Scott have been cast in the highly anticipated biopic Elsinore, a powerful tribute to the life and legacy of Scottish actor Ian Charleson, best known for his role in the Oscar-winning Chariots of Fire. As reported by Deadline, Scott will portray Charleson during a poignant chapter of […]

Jan 09
Heated Rivalry Star Hudson Williams Says Closeted Pro Athletes Are Reaching Out After Series Debut

Since the premiere of Heated Rivalry, actor Hudson Williams has received an unexpected wave of messages — not just from fans, but from closeted professional athletes moved by the show’s portrayal of secret love and identity in the high-stakes world of pro sports. Appearing on Andy Cohen Live this week, Williams opened up about the […]