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John Cena opens up about defending his gay brother when they were kids

The beloved actor and wrestler explained how protective he felt about his gay brother, Steve, as they grew up in a small town in Massachusetts.

New Database Tracks Corporate Donations to Anti-LGBTQ+ Lawmakers

The database that allows users to see which problematic candidates a given corporation has supported.

Kacey Musgraves to Receive GLAAD's Vanguard Award as LGBTQ+ Ally

Musgraves has been one of the most outspoken allies in country music.

Coming Out? Here Are Some Resources to Help

“The most powerful act of resistance as an LGBTQ+ person is to live our life loudly in a world that tells us to be quiet,” says HRC President Kelley Robinson.

Pro Golfer Mel Reid Comes Out, Joins Athlete Ally

"It's important for me to always fight for equality," says the six-time Ladies European Tour champ.

Rep. Brian Sims on the Dangers of Performative Allyship

The out politician says many centrist Republicans support minority rights when it's convenient and then drop them when it's no longer useful.

Beloved Brand K.NGSLEY Tells Story in New GLAAD Series

The series, "Changemakers," highlights LGBTQ+ Black small business owners making a difference in their local communities. 

InterPride to Honor Joel Kim Booster, Fran Drescher, and More at Gala

Laith Ashley and Pride 365 will also receive awards at the global organization's inaugural gala.

Vida's Melissa Barrera on Being an LGBTQ Ally, Throwing a Queerceañera

The star of the upcoming In the Heights chats with The Advocate about how her character Lyn has always supported her queer sister. 

Taylor Swift Celebrates Pride Month, Speaks Out Against Anti-LGBTQ+ Bills

“I wish that every place was safe and beautiful for people in the LGBTQ community,” Swift told her fans.

How Corporate America Became Our Powerful Ally

Businesses have helped lead the LGBT rights revolution over the past 20 years — and we need them to continue pushing our cause forward.

WATCH: LGBT Alliance Welcomes Out Airmen

California's Travis Air Force Base is home to the military's first officially sanctioned private organization for LGBT service members.

A Note on Pride Month From The Advocate's CEO

Mark Berryhill, the CEO of The Advocate's parent company equalpride, reflects on this year's Pride Month.

Why This Queer Man Hates 'A Star Is Born'

Is A Star Is Born a timeless love story, or a disturbing romanticization of addiction and codependency?

Hollywood's boldest prosthetic moments: 10 actors who bared it all (sort of)

Hot stars with fake poles

At least they fulfilled some of our fantasies.

Possible Presidential Candidate Cory Booker Answers the Gay Question

The New Jersey senator could be first single man elected president in more than 130 years.

The Meaning of a Trans Rights Victory in a Republican State

The New Hampshire win offers lessons for coming legislative battles, writes Kasey Suffredini of Freedom for All Americans.

How This Year’s Grammys Celebrated LGBTQ+ Artists and Allies

The 2023 Grammy Awards featured Brandi Carlile, Sam Smith, Kim Petras, Lizzo, Harry Styles, and Beyoncé.

Op-ed: What Not To Do, When Calling Yourself a Trans Ally

Jeff Krehely, the chief foundation officer of the Human Rights Campaign, discusses the importance of transgender advocacy, in light of the recent controversy surrounding Janet Mock and Piers Morgan.