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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.

The Pradeeps of Pittsburgh's Sahana Srinivasan and Nicholas Hamilton on their TV romance and representation

Queer actors Sahana Srinivasan and Nicholas Hamilton share insights into their on-screen romance and real-life connection in Prime Video's The Pradeeps of Pittsburgh.

Why Laverne Cox says she won't debate transgender rights

The Orange is the New Black actor recently spoke at event for Planned Parenthood where she highlighted the connection between bans on gender-affirming care and bans on abortion.

Johnny Sibilly pulls back the sheets on dating OnlyFans star Phillip Davis

Ricky Cornish goes deep with the Sip or Spill host on what it's like to dating his handsome boyfriend.

Chanel Stewart reacts to Disney cutting trans storyline from 'Win or Lose'

The trans actress spoke up after Disney+'s rumored cuts to the new Pixar series about a co-ed middle school softball team.

'RuPaul's Drag Race' star Trinity K Bonet comes out as trans

The Drag Race season 6 and All Stars 6 icon has shared a statement with Out, The Advocate's sibling publication.

Orville Peck says his mother was ‘gagged’ by 'completely naked' Paper photo shoot

The country crooner opened up about the experience earlier this week at the Out100.

Jonathan Groff stars in new gay rom-com 'A Nice Indian Boy'

Groff is starring opposite Karan Soni in the film, which hits theaters in April 2025.

'Sesame Street' isn't renewed and everyone's worried about Bert & Ernie's future

How could they do this to our favorite gay puppet couple?

Sheryl Lee Ralph accepts the Advocate of the Year Award at Out100

“To be named Advocate of the Year is an honor I carry on behalf of every individual who has fought for love, for identity, for visibility, and for freedom,” Ralph said.

Hollywood’s new 'it' girl, Somebody Somewhere’s Bridget Everett, on starring in the best TV show of 2024

Schitt’s Creek made a clean sweep at the Emmys after the series ended, and as HBO’s sleeper hit signs off, will Somebody Somewhere follow suit?

Musician Christian Chávez on how he learned to own his queerness

The international superstar opens up about overcoming cultural stigmas to come to a place of self-love and acceptance.

Dive into the wild analytics of Pornhub's spicy gay stats review

Is there such a thing as a "demure," "twink," and "anime" adult video?

Jennifer Beals's 'The L Word: A Photographic Journal' is a gift to fans and a part of queer history

During the six seasons Jennifer Beals played Bette Porter on the original The L Word, she chronicled her time taking analog photographs of the women who made up TV's most famous lesbian friend group. She chats with The Advocate about sharing those memories for a new generation.

31 Period Films of Lesbians and Bi Women in Love That Will Take You Back

For viewers who prefer to time travel with a good love story about queer women, there are plenty of options.

Karla Sofía Gascón makes trans history with Golden Globe nomination

Karla Sofía Gascón is the breakout star of the musical Emilia Perez.

The Ruby Slippers sold for $32M had been stolen & lost for 13 years

Judy Garland's Ruby Slippers from The Wizard of Oz went missing for over a decade. Now, they've been sold for $32 million at an auction.

Queer's Daniel Craig on LGBTQ+ stories & Omar Apollo on being down for his sex scene

Queer's Daniel Craig, Drew Starkey, and Omar Apollo chat with The Advocate about gay sex, intimacy, and addiction and why LGBTQ+ stories matter.

'Oppenheimer's Nick Dumont embraces transmasc nonbinary identity

The actor, who played Jackie Oppenheimer in the Christopher Nolan film, has also updated their pronouns.

Annette Bening gives moving speech in defense of trans youth outside Supreme Court

The actor, whose oldest son is trans, said that she's learned "what these kids and families need is judicious counseling, sound medical advice, and an atmosphere of calm and love and acceptance.”

Fortune Feimster's hilarious story about introducing her wife to Madonna

For a decade, Feimster had tried to orchestrate a meetcute between herself, her wife, and Madonna.