Category: People

Dec 31
LGBTQ+ and HIV Advocate Karen Ritchie Appointed Officer of NZ Order of Merit

Karen Ritchie, a lifelong advocate for compassion, dignity, and human rights, has been appointed an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit (ONZM) in recognition of her extraordinary service to people living with HIV/AIDS and to Rainbow communities across Aotearoa. Of Te Āti Haunui-a-Pāpārangi descent, Ms Ritchie has devoted decades of her life to […]

Dec 31
Wicked’s Lost Shirtless Scene Goes Viral After Surprise Drop

Just when we thought Wicked had given us everything, a newly released deleted scene featuring Jonathan Bailey and Ethan Slater—shirtless and flexing in the forest—has sent fans into a frenzy. The “lost scene,” unveiled by Entertainment Tonight over the weekend, is a two-minute bonus clip that shows the evolving bond between the film’s five lead […]

Dec 30
Kate Winslet Reflects on Her Teenage Years: “My First Intimate Experiences Were With Girls”

In a candid new interview, Oscar-winning actress Kate Winslet has opened up about her formative years, sharing that her earliest intimate experiences as a teenager were with girls. Now 50, the Titanic star appeared on the Team Deakins podcast to reflect on her career beginnings — particularly her powerful breakout performance in Heavenly Creatures, the […]

Dec 22
Shirtless Justin Bieber Teases New Music from the Studio

Justin Bieber is back in the booth — and back on fans’ minds after dropping some sizzling shirtless selfies from the studio. The pop superstar, who released two albums this year and earned four Grammy nominations for 2026, has now hinted that even more music is on the way. Posting a series of shirtless photos […]

Dec 20
William Rush, Known for Groundbreaking Gay Role on Waterloo Road, Has Died

William Rush, the actor best known for playing Waterloo Road’s beloved gay character Josh Stevenson, has tragically died aged 31. His mother, actress Debbie Rush, confirmed the news in an emotional Instagram post. “Our beautiful baby boy, William, passed away on 17th December,” she wrote. “As a family, our hearts are completely broken, and there […]

Dec 20
Élite Star Arón Piper Sends Fans Wild with Shirtless Selfie

Still missing Élite? You’re not alone — and Arón Piper just gave fans another reason to reminisce. The Spanish actor, who played Ander Muñoz in the first four seasons of Netflix’s smash teen drama, Élite, has kept busy with a string of new roles. But he’s also kept fans fed with thirst-worthy social media posts […]

Dec 20
“Finish Me”: Orville Peck Sets Thirst Traps as Shirtless Vega

Orville Peck has the internet in a chokehold after sharing a tantalising sneak peek from the upcoming live-action Street Fighter film — and let’s just say, the girls, gays, and theys are sweating. The masked country crooner, best known for his haunting vocals and signature fringed face coverings, posted a promotional still last week that […]

Dec 18
Boots Cast Respond to Cancellation: “Keep telling your queer stories”

The stars of Boots, the acclaimed LGBTQ+ military drama, are speaking out following the show’s unexpected cancellation by Netflix. Despite critical praise and a passionate fanbase, the streaming platform confirmed the series would not return for a second season — and the cast has been candid about their disappointment, while also expressing deep appreciation for […]