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Ariana DeBose on Broadway hazing: lessons learned

The Oscar-winning actress also discusses identity, joy, Broadway hazing, and the healing power of food in her latest role as a chef in House of Spoils.

PHOTOS: Gender Authenticity and Showgirls

Hannah Tara Faye sees her work as empowering the performers she photographs, as well as a coming-out statement for herself.

How a Capital One leader champions authenticity

Discover how Clint Grimes, Capital One's Chief Procurement Officer, supports a culture of belonging by being himself.

Activists Create an 'Authentic Caucasian' Halloween Costume

Two queer activists are flipping the script on the conversation about culturally appropriative costumes in an eye-opening way. 

Countertenor Anthony Roth Costanzo on Akhnaten's Authentic Queerness

The renowned vocalist chats with The Advocate about bringing his authentic self to the ancient queer ruler he portrays in the Met's latest production. 

The Good Fight’s Charmaine Bingwa on Being Out and Authentic

The new star of the button-pushing drama chats with The Advocate about how hiding one's queerness in Hollywood is just not who she is. 

Queer Stars of 'The Prom' Tour on the Show’s Authentic Theme of Hope

Out actors Kaden Kearney and Kalyn West, who play girlfriends in the national tour of the LGBTQ-themed musical, chat about how it has inspired them. 

How Laci Mosley Brings Black Queer Authenticity to iCarly

Queer comedian and podcaster Laci Mosley chats with The Advocate about creating a space for Black queer people to see themselves free from trauma and stereotypes.

Reservations Dogs' Devery Jacobs on Authentic Queer Indigenous Stories

The queer actor who stars in the acclaimed FX comedy that centers Indigenous teens is one of The Advocate's People of the Year for 2021.  

Wynonna Earp's Creator and Stars on Its Authentic Queer Legacy

The supernatural Syfy series about Wyatt Earp's badass heir gave lesbian and bisexual women one of TV's most enduring couples.

Adam Lambert Unleashes Authentic Queer Superpower With Velvet: Side A

Lambert talks to The Advocate about his passion project Velvet, how the industry has changed since he came out, and how Freddie Mercury refused to "assimilate." 

U.S. Rep. Sara Jacobs and her trans brother on visibility and authenticity

Out and proud trans people provide hope and inspiration in these difficult times, Dylan Jacobs tells his sister in a conversation for Transgender Day of Visibility.

Philadelphia's Transgiving Offers an Inclusive Celebration to Let People Be Their Authentic Selves

Local LGBTQ+ group GALAEI served ziti and hospitality to guests the week before Thanksgiving.

Hannah Einbinder on Bringing Her Authentic Bi Self to 'Hacks,' Comedy

The star of the HBO Max smash chats with The Advocate about the privilege of bringing bisexual visibility to a lead character. 

Viral Photo of Black Gay Love Inspires Others to 'Live Authentically'

Tyler Hightower and Ahdeem Tinsley are bringing diverse representation and a message of love to social media.

Study: Many Women Prefer Gay Male Porn Because It's 'Authentic'

Gay porn performers seem to actually enjoy their work, according to a study of female porn watchers.

America's first Black gay statewide elected official on being authentic and confident

Don't make yourself small, says Connecticut Treasurer Erick Russell.

Matteo Lane on mastering the comedic journey with authenticity and laughter as a gay entertainer (exclusive)

Tracing his path from opera singer to celebrated comic, the Chicago native reflects on fifteen years of connecting with audiences as a queer person, his marriage, and “not politics” in an interview with The Advocate.

Good Trouble's Zuri Adele on Bringing All of Her Authentic Self to the Role

The actress who plays the Black Lives Matter activist Malika on The Fosters' spin-off spoke with The Advocate about her identity as a bisexual woman of color. 

'Drive-Away Dolls' Trailer Reveals the Authentic Lesbian Road Trip We Crave

Filmmakers Ethan Coen and Tricia Cooke tell us that their wild ride of a lesbian road movie that stars Margaret Qualley, Geraldine Viswanathan, and Beanie Feldstein is a passion project to which Cooke brings her queer identity.