Category: People

Jul 01
Brandon Flynn to Star as James Dean in Queer Biopic Exploring Hidden Romance

Brandon Flynn has been cast as James Dean in an upcoming biopic that sheds light on the Hollywood legend’s private life, including a same-sex relationship he kept secret from the public eye. Flynn, known for roles in 13 Reasons Why and True Detective, will take on the iconic role in Willie and Jimmy Dean, written […]

Jun 30
“She’s a Muggle”: Boy George Calls Out JK Rowling Over Trans Rights

Singer Boy George has voiced strong support for trans youth and criticised author JK Rowling during an appearance on ITV’s Lorraine, calling her a “muggle” and dismissing claims that parents push children to be trans as “ridiculous”. The Culture Club frontman, 64, pushed back on misinformation, stating that it is usually children who inform their […]

Jun 29
Trans and Trailblazing: Ryan Eagles’ Floorball First in Aotearoa

In a high-speed sport that demands agility, reflex, and grit, Ryan Eagles brings something else entirely to the floorball court: visibility. At just 21 years old, Ryan (he/they) is the first openly transgender floorball player in Aotearoa New Zealand to be eligible for international representation — a milestone that marks both a personal and political […]

Jun 28
‘He’s a True American Hero’: Vietnam Veteran’s LGBTQ+ Story Moves Millions

The internet has been left in tears by the powerful story of Marshall Belmaine, a gay Vietnam veteran whose life of service, sacrifice, and enduring love was shared in a heartfelt TikTok by his great-niece—and has since gone viral. The emotional tribute, posted on 13 March by 21-year-old Audri Pettirosi, details Belmaine’s time in the […]

Jun 28
Out Congressman Chris Pappas Launches Senate Run, Aims to Expand LGBTQ+ Representation in USA

New Hampshire’s Democratic Rep. Chris Pappas, a seasoned political figure since his high school days volunteering for Gov. Jeanne Shaheen, is now vying to succeed her in the U.S. Senate. At 45, the openly gay lawmaker is the frontrunner for the Democratic nomination in 2026 and aims to bring his moderate, consensus-building approach to the […]

Jun 26
Billie Butler Makes History as New Hampshire’s First Trans Representative

New Hampshire has elected its first transgender representative, Democrat Billie Butler, marking a significant step for LGBTQ+ representation in the United States. Butler secured victory over Republican Ken Hilton in a special election held on Tuesday, 24 June, winning 964 votes to Hilton’s 774. She will represent Somersworth and Rollinsfield in the state House of […]

Jun 25
J.K. Rowling Hits Back After Stephen Fry Suggests She’s Been ‘Radicalised’

J.K. Rowling has fired back at actor and writer Stephen Fry after he publicly suggested the Harry Potter author may have been “radicalised by TERFs” (trans-exclusionary radical feminists), calling her a “lost cause” on the topic of trans rights. Fry, known for his literary and LGBTQ+ advocacy work, made the remarks during an episode of […]

Jun 25
Brad Pitt Opens Up About Sobriety, Homophobia & Gay Curiosity

Brad Pitt has candidly revealed that he never had a gay experience, but not for lack of curiosity. The actor says he simply “missed that window.” Appearing on the Armchair Expert podcast with hosts Dax Shepard and Monica Padman to promote F1: The Movie, in which he stars as Sonny Hayes and also serves as […]