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Read the latest news about gay people. The Advocate profiles the actors, politicians, public figures, athletes, musicians, filmmakers, activists, drag performers, celebrities, and more who are making contributions to the LGBT community. Since its inception, The Advocate has headlined gay, lesbian, transgender, bisexual, and ally luminaries who are moving the cultural needle and starting conversations that push for equality. Hear the stories of gay people from local, national, and international stages. Be inspired by interviews and news of people like Tim Cook, Elton John, Ellen DeGeneres, Laverne Cox, Sam Smith, Barney Frank, and other public figures.

Trans pastor says she’s ‘surrounded by loving kindness’ after coming out to New York congregation

“The affirmations have been amazing,” Methodist Rev. Dr. Phillippa Phaneuf told The Advocate in an interview.

Upstate New York Methodist minister comes out as transgender to congregation during Sunday service

"I’m affirming and saying to all of you that I am transgender, and so the best way to put this is that I’m not becoming a woman, I’m giving up pretending to be a man," Rev. Dr. Phillippa Phaneuf told her congregation in a powerful speech.

Queer comedian Cameron Esposito has first baby with wife Katy Nishimoto

The couple has been married since 2021.

19 Queer and Two-Spirit Indigenous people you need to follow

These are the queer and two-spirit actors, artists, musicians, activists, and storytellers you need to know!

Susan Powter says she's a 'huge lesbian,' gives her biggest bit of dating advice

1990s fitness icon Susan Powter is now a "total lesbian" having "great love affairs, many girlfriends, big fun."

18 of the longest-running LGBTQ+ celebrity couples

Their queer love has stood the test of time!

Uncanceling Kathy Griffin: The Advocate of the Year on sexiness, censorship, and her love of the gays

"If it wasn't for the gay community, I wouldn't have been able to come back," Griffin tells The Advocate.

12 far-right influencers targeting the LGBTQ+ community

These right-wing extremists have targeted Pride events, DEI programs, and drag queens.

This Texas drag queen has an important reminder as state's drag ban goes back into effect

Brigitte Bandit wants you to "support your local drag" after Texas' drag ban was allowed to go into effect.

45 pics that prove Jonathan Bailey is 2025's perfect Sexiest Man Alive

The Bridgerton, Fellow Travelers, Wicked, and Jurassic World: Rebirth actor was named People's "Sexiest Man Alive," and we couldn't agree more.

Jonathan Bailey makes gay history as People's Sexiest Man Alive

The Wicked: For Good star is the first out gay actor to hold the coveted mainstream title.

Meet the activist teaching LGBTQ+ youth of color the value of their art

Colby King seeks to teach young queer POC about the financial possibilities of their culture and art.

Gavin Newsom accidentally crashes wedding of 'The Ultimatum: Queer Love' stars

Haley Drexler and Pilar Dizon were posing for wedding photos outside San Francisco City Hall when Gavin Newsom happened to walk by.

Gay Senate staffer easily completes ICE fitness test that Trump-Noem recruits are failing

"Democrats are fit, Democrats are hot, and we’re tired of Republicans trying to lay claim to [health and fitness] when it’s so demonstrably false,” Josh Sorbe told The Advocate.

GMA's Will Ganss slams his Texas hometown for vote to revoke LGBTQ+ protections

Good Morning America's Will Ganss has a message for his hometown as it considers voiding LGBTQ+ anti-discrimination policies.

17 of the sexiest thirst traps from the hottest celebrity men in 2025 (so far)

Hollywood's handsome studs showed plenty of body in a slew of steamy pics this year.

Michaela Jaé Rodriguez wants Marvel to finally cast her as a superhero

The Emmy-winning actress is ready for Disney to pick up the phone and make her dream come true.

Lucy Dacus and Janelle Monáe on gender journeys: ‘Freedom cannot be choked’

The singers were in conversation for Rolling Stone's "Musicians on Musicians" series and spoke about how and why they play with gender fluidity.

12 notable ‘Survivor’ contestants who came out as LGBTQ+

These Survivor contestants made LGBTQ+ history in the long-running reality competition series on CBS.

Gay teacher doxxed by Libs of TikTok speaks out

Anthony Nicodemo was targeted by conservative influencers for hanging a "fascists fear teachers" poster.