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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.

Lena Waithe: 'Queen & Slim' Is a 'Love Letter to Blackness'

The lesbian writer declared her film to be a "battle cry" against police brutality at the world premiere kicking off AFI Fest.

3 LGBT Films You Can’t Miss Next Week

AFI Docs Film Festival 2015 will present three documentaries that tackle systemic issues LGBT people face.

4 Must-See LGBT Films at AFI Docs

The film festival in Washington, D.C., offers several compelling documentaries with LGBT themes.

Billy Porter Blows Up Gender on Oscars Red Carpet

The Pose star altered fashion with his tuxedo gown, the creation of a gay designer.

Closeted Football Player: 'I’m Not Ashamed, Just Scared'

A new documentary, Alone in the Game, interviews the Division I player, who remains anonymous.

WATCH: Gay All-Stars Come Out for 'Imitation Game' Campaign

An awards-season ad promoting the movie mixes history with blurbs from LGBT leaders and icons,

Crash course with Kathleen Bird York

The Oscar-nominated singer-songwriter talks about her road to Crash, reflects on the emotional roots of her music, and pays tribute to her gay filmmaker brother

What Is Gay About the AFI Fest This Year

With a lesbian romantic comedy, a transgender love story, and many more films of interest, the AFI Fest offers much for LGBT audiences this year.