Fa’afafine playwright, Hibiscus Tupua-Wilson, talks to Oliver Hall about using art, theatre, and ballroom to uplift Aotearoa’s queer Pasifika youth. At 26, Hibiscus Tupua-Wilson is already a commanding voice in Aotearoa’s queer Pasifika arts scene. A writer, performer, and godmother of the House of Marama, she embodies the resilience of living as a fa’afafine and […]
At Pride in London 2025, love took centre stage when gay influencers and married couple Nick Toteda (@nicktoteda) and Anthony Cushion (@antcfitness) shared a powerful kiss directly in front of anti-LGBTQ+ protesters, making a vibrant statement for equality and visibility. The couple posted a video of the moment on Instagram with the caption: “Spreading the […]
One of the UK’s youngest drag performers made a dazzling entrance at prom, complete with full glam, pink sparkle, and a heartwarming wave of support. Alfie Smith, 16, who performs under the name ESME Doll, attended his prom in full drag, turning heads in a Barbie-inspired look that radiated both style and courage. As Bristol’s […]
Mīria George: Uplifting Queer Indigenous Voices in a Challenged Climate Kia Mau Festival co‑director Mīria George talks about platforming queer Indigenous talent in a time of political challenge. For Mīria George, creating space for queer and Indigenous artists isn’t an afterthought — it’s the whole point, George explaines to YOUR EX. As co-director of the […]
British rocker Yungblud has opened up about his sexuality, sharing that he now feels “less insecure” about identifying as pansexual. The 27-year-old musician, whose real name is Dominic Harrison, reflected on his journey in a new interview with Attitude magazine, stating, “I am the pan man — I’m the f**king saucepan. Because it’s the [label] […]
Openly gay Democrat Pete Buttigieg has emerged as the leading candidate for the Democratic nomination in the 2028 US presidential race, according to a new poll by Emerson College Polling. Buttigieg, the former US Secretary of Transportation under the Biden administration, topped a list of high-profile potential nominees. Participants in the survey were asked who […]
As society continues to evolve in its understanding of relationships and family, polyamorous LGBTQ+ partnerships are gradually pushing for and gaining legal recognition. These committed relationships, which often involve more than two partners, are growing in visibility but still face significant legal barriers. Many in polyamorous relationships find themselves excluded from basic legal protections and […]
Plastique Tiara has officially taken the crown as the most-followed queen from the RuPaul’s Drag Race franchise, surpassing longtime leader Trixie Mattel in Instagram followers. As of Monday, June 30, Plastique boasts 4.32 million followers on Instagram, overtaking All Stars 3 winner Trixie, who held the top spot for several years. Trixie is still close […]