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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.

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.

Dallas Purple Party
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The history of the circuit party: Transforming LGBTQ+ political pain into power

“It’s like a religious revival,” Harvard professor Michael Bronski says.

Paul Feig, who donated $300,000 to LGBTQ+ youth charities
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Paul Feig donates $300,000 to LGBTQ+ youth groups: 'We should all do whatever is within our power'

The Bridesmaids director pledged $300,000 to The Trevor Project, Trans Lifeline, and It Gets Better.

Lady Gaga for Mayhem artwork; Paris Is Burning
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Lady Gaga says 'Mayhem' album was inspired by ballroom culture

"I grew up in New York City," Lady Gaga explained. "I also was a student of Paris is Burning when I was really, really young."

Atlanta Jewish Film Festival Sabbath Queen Come Closer
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All the LGBTQ+ highlights of the Atlanta Jewish Film Festival

An Orthodox rabbi who's also a drag queen, lesbian songstress Janis Ian, and gay Beatles manager Brian Epstein are among the subjects of films in the fest.

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.

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.

Dylan Mulvaney Monet X Change Bobby Berk
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Hollywood unites for LGBTQ+ rights against rising Trump

The LGBTQ+ community isn't afraid.

Tan France's new TV role shows the 'fight' from his 'life before Queer Eye' (exclusive)
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Tan France's new TV role shows the 'fight' from his 'life before Queer Eye' (exclusive)

Tan France tells The Advocate about his first-ever scripted role as a straight gang leader in Deli Boys, a version of him "that the world has never seen."

Rebecca Black releases her boldest and queerest album yet
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Rebecca Black releases her boldest and queerest album yet

The queer pop star pushes to new heights of creativity and style with her latest album, Salvation.

washington dc Gay Mens Chorus
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Kennedy Center cancels Gay Men’s Chorus of D.C. WorldPride show about acceptance, group confirms

“We believe in the power of music to educate and uplift, to foster love, understanding, and community, and we regret that this opportunity has been taken away,” chorus representatives said.

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political movies and TV shows including Mr Smith Goes to Washington, Madam Secretary, and A Face in the Crowd
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For Presidents' Day, 10 political movies and TV shows to give us hope in a trying time

These films and series show that just sometimes, the good people win.

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.

Ric Grenell JFK Center for Performing Arts Potomac river washington DC
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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."

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.

asmin Savoy Brown (front left), Live Hewson (front right) in Yellowjackets
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Yellowjackets' Liv Hewson and Jasmin Savoy Brown say the show's queer love story is a 'bright spot'

The queer actors chat about critical LGBTQ+ visibility when queer people and stories are being erased.

Jennifer Coolidge and Lewis Pullman from the film "Riff Raff," which opens today.
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Jennifer Coolidge might be missing on 'White Lotus,' but she will always and forever love her ‘gays’

The Emmy-winning actress on her new film Riff Raff, Tanya’s legacy, and her support for the LGBTQ+ community.

Melanie Lynskey, Simone Kessell, and Sarah Desjardins in Yellowjackets
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Yellowjackets' Melanie Lynskey & Simone Kessell hold space for their friendship on and off screen

The stars of the addicting series hold space and fingers for their friendship in the vein of the viral Wicked interview with Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande.