Trans and queer joy takes center stage in our current print issue, as our way of protesting against the ongoing legislative attacks on this vulnerable community by the Trump Administration and other far-right officials across the nation. To experience some of that joy for yourself, check out the latest episode of Cover to Cover, our web series that takes you behind the scenes of The Advocate and Out magazine's cover shoots.
And who better to represent trans joy and resilience than our lovely March/April cover star — talented author, singer, actor, and social media maven Dylan Mulvaney. Photographed by the amazing Jon Stars in some stunning vintage inspired looks, Mulvaney's effervescent energy and optimism was truly uplifting to the crew. In an exclusive interview with The Advocate's Mey Rude, she opens up about writing her new book, Paper Doll, surviving the “Beergate” debacle, tripping on ayahuasca, and more.
photo by Jon Stars
With this being our annual Entertainment Issue, we also bring you some fascinating stories about a few new LGBTQ+ books and films, as well as a bit of queer Hollywood history. Check out our editors’ picks for the most impactful LGBTQ+ films of the 21st century, our exclusive interview with trans author Jennifer Boylan about her new book, Cleavage, and our rundown of the best queer documentaries from this year's Sundance film festival. And definitely don’t miss our ode to Hollywood legend and bisexual icon, Montgomery Clift.
Thank you for your continued readership and support. We will get through this together, like we always do.
Yours in the fight,
Desirée Guerrero, Editor in Chief
Cover Shoot Crew:
Talent: Dylan Mulvaney@dylanmulvaney
Photographer: Jon Stars @jonstars
Photography Assistant: Mike Taveira @miketaveira
Stylist: Annie Easton @annieleaston; @annieandnora
Stylist Assisant: Madalyn @gonemad_vintage
Hair: Angelina Panelli @angelinapanelli
Makeup: Armando Kole @kole_mua
Video: Miguel Torres @mtrider91
