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In the Arts & Entertainment section, The Advocate brings readers all the latest news on Hollywood, Broadway, and beyond. From New York to Los Angeles, The Advocate shines a spotlight on the stars of the screen who are lending their voices to support the LGBT community, as well as gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender individuals who are moving the cultural needle. Discover A-list interviews, the best gay movies and reviews of theater, music, books and television. Learn how Arts & Entertainment can shape national dialogue and can work to advance equality.

Netflix show The Residence cast
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New Netflix show has a gay president and first gentleman — and its actors are 'profoundly proud'

The Residence features President Perry Morgan (Paul Fitzgerald) and his husband, First Gentleman Elliot Morgan (Barrett Foa).

Exes and O's podcaster Shannon Beveridge
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Exes and O's podcaster Shannon Beveridge takes normalizing queer  joy and sex on the road

The queer host of the popular sex and dating podcast shares about the greatest love of her life.

Lady Gaga Mayhem album photo shoot
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Amid the 'Mayhem,' Lady Gaga calls it 'violence' to silence queer people and their art

Mother Monster confirms she stands up for LGBTQ+ people on stage and off.

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Trump culture warrior Ric Grenell calls for ‘diversity & inclusion’ after JD Vance got booed at Kennedy Center

“Diversity is our strength," Grenell said after Donald Trump has spent weeks railing against DEI.

Frankie Grande Peppermint
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Frankie Grande and Peppermint lead reality TV stars in open letter: 'We are at a tipping point' (exclusive)

Frankie Grande, Peppermint, and dozens of reality TV stars are asking for "relevant representation of LGBTQ people."

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Hollywood unites for LGBTQ+ rights against rising Trump

The LGBTQ+ community isn't afraid.

Matt Bomer on Fellow Travelers
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Matt Bomer doesn't know if 'Fellow Travelers' would get made today

The actor says it's "upsetting" to see the world turning back to the period portrayed on the critically acclaimed Showtime series.

Out cover star Luke Macfarlane
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Luke Macfarlane opens up about the importance of faith and kindness in a dark time

"It doesn't hurt you to be kind," says the star of Home Is Where the Heart Is.

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Trump's DOD censored the Enola Gay. Here's 11 things his moronic DEI purge could also remove

Just what is next after censoring the Enola Gay? We have some predictions equally ridiculous to real life.

Sam Rockwell HBO The White Lotus Season 3 Episode 5
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Sam Rockwell's 'insane' queer 'White Lotus' monologue has the internet reeling

The Oscar winner delivered a doozy of a monologue involving ladyboys, gender identity, queer sex, and a journey of self discovery.

Amanda Seyfried
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Amanda Seyfried says she only exists to make the gays happy

The beloved and iconic actress knows who her true fans are.

Dylan Mulvaney's Advocate cover
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Dylan Mulvaney opens up about ‘Beergate,’ tripping on ayahuasca, and her new book

Dylan Mulvaney tells The Advocate that she's ready to be "mother" to her fans.

Matt Bomer, Nathan lane, and Nathan Lee Graham on Mid-Century Modern
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'Mid-Century Modern' trailer shows the golden gays in Palm Springs

Prepare to be obsessed with Matt Bomer, Nathan Lane, and Nathan Lee Graham.

Amber Ruffin speaking on stage with microphone in hand
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White House Correspondents' Dinner scraps Amber Ruffin's comedy routine, bowing to Trump administration

The news comes after a Trump official slammed the queer comedian's critiques of President Donald Trump and his administration on a podcast.

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Sundance shines light on real-life LGBTQ+ stories
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Sundance shines light on real-life LGBTQ+ stories

These four amazing new LGBTQ+ docs educate, inspire, and remind us why we fight for queer rights.

Behind the scenes at Dylan Mulvaney's Advocate cover shoot
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Behind the scenes at Dylan Mulvaney's Advocate cover shoot

The latest issue of The Advocate celebrates trans joy and resilience.

Doechii presents Lady Gaga with the Innovator Award at the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards
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Doechii says Lady Gaga was a lifeline for her as a queer kid

The Grammy Award-winning rapper presented Lady Gaga with the iHeartRadio Innovator Award.

Harvey Fierstein at the 73rd Tony Awards
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Harvey Fierstein drags Trump-led Kennedy Center, reveals he was banned

The Tony Award-winning actor and writer shared an emotional statement criticizing Donald Trump's takeover of the Kennedy Center.

Antoni Porowski
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Queer Eye's Antoni Porowski finds there's 'No Taste Like Home'

The food maven takes celebrity guests to their culinary roots on his new Nat Geo series.

wife Usha US Vice President JD Vance Kennedy Center inside
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JD Vance & his wife attended a Kennedy Center performance. The audience booed

People reacted strongly when they noticed that the vice president and his wife were attending a National Symphony Orchestra show.