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Arts & Entertainment

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.

Lily-Rose Depp breaks her silence on her relationship with girlfriend 070 Shake

In a rare glimpse into their relationship, Depp said the two had a "je ne sais quoi" that can't be described.

'Somebody Somewhere's Jeff Hiller on the queer, authentic small-town characters that make the show a success

Series star Jeff Hiller hopes the show’s message about finding community will resonate for years to come, as one of the best shows on TV calls it quits.

Turkish film festival canceled after Daniel Craig's new film 'Queer' got banned in the country

The film distributor is taking a stand against "the restriction of art and freedom of expression."

Cynthia Erivo reacts to queer people finding solace in 'Defying Gravity' ​​

The Out100 Icon of the Year, Cynthia Erivo, became emotional discussing how Elphaba's showstopper "Defying Gravity" gives hope to LGBTQ+ people in the days after the election.

Naughty holiday cheer as Santa's Secret lands in West Chelsea

Journey to the best elfing speakeasy this side of the North Pole. Here’s everything you need to know.

​LGBTQ+ people are ditching X for Bluesky, here are 20 queer celebs to follow​

With X becoming an increasingly toxic wasteland, queer folks are making the move to a different platform, at last

John Oliver slams Democrats who think transgender people lost them the election

"If what you want is a centrist campaign that's quiet on trans issues ... that candidate existed, and she just lost," Oliver said during a recent episode of Last Week Tonight.

Meet Payton, Cooper Koch's hot (and gay) twin brother

Get ready to swoon over the talented Koch twins.

Harper Steele: Trans people can't be sacrificed in political debate

Steele has had it with those who are blaming transgender people for Democrats' election loss.

Sheryl Lee Ralph teaches us about being an LGBTQ+ ally: ‘Things are changing once again’

Our Advocate of the Year has a long legacy of allyship, from founding an HIV/AIDS charity to talking about pronouns on social media.

Luke Evans’ memoir shows why there’s no such thing as a gay Jehovah’s Witness

The only documented experiences we have about growing up LGBTQ+ as a Jehovah’s Witness comes from former members, like Evans, who have left – or been forced to leave.

After a dark week, we can all use some light and love from Shirley MacLaine

In a warm and engaging new book, the iconic actress takes the reader through her personal photo album, documenting an incredible life along the way.

2025 Grammy nominations for the gays: Pop girls battle for gold

The Grammy nominations have arrived and they are so gay.

Here's how Trump's 2025 presidency can affect — and erase — LGBTQ+ content

With Donald Trump returning to the White House, things might get even tougher for queer and trans creators in Hollywood.

Jamie Lee Curtis sends love and support to LGBTQ+ folks, allies, and others post-election

We must "fight for women and our children and their futures and fight against tyranny, one day at a time," says Curtis, the mother of a transgender daughter.

Jason Kelce issues apology for response to homophobic heckler who insulted brother & Taylor Swift

“I chose to greet hate with hate, and I just don’t think that that’s a productive thing.”

Amber Ruffin talks Kamala Harris, election optimism, and comedians as radical truthtellers

'There's no frickin way [Kamala Harris] is gonna lose,' says CNN's Have I Got News for You's out star Amber Ruffin.

16 LGBTQ+ movies & TV shows coming in November 2024 & where to watch them

From Queer and The Madness to the long-awaited return of The Sex Lives of College Girls, here’s what we are watching all month long!

Chappell Roan rocks 'SNL' with lesbian country anthem debut

"All you country boys saying you know how to treat a woman right? Only a woman knows how to treat a woman right," Chappell Roan declared while performing her new song for the first time on Saturday Night Live.

Kamala Harris stars in 'SNL' cold open that clowns Trump & reinforces her message of hope

Vice President Kamala Harris made a surprise cameo on Saturday Night Live and had an instantly iconic moment with Maya Rudolph.