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Elton John shares heartbreaking health update: "I've lost my sight"

""I haven't been able to see the performance, but I have enjoyed it," Sir Elton John confessed while attending a charity gala night for The Devil Wears Prada musical on the West End.

Gay Clubs in Russia, the U.S.: Worlds Apart But Similar

Bar-hopping in Moscow's lesbian spaces was thrilling and frightening for Milena Chernyavskaya. Now living in Los Angeles, she finds the experience of going to a gay space is less clandestine but not without risks.

Out Scottish Soccer Player Zander Murray Announces Retirement

Murray was the first top-tier player in the country to come out.

Tailored Testosterone

Designer John Bartlett's infatuation with all things masculine thrilled New Yorkers beginning in the '90s. Now he's taking it to the masses.

Rihanna: 'Everybody Loves Elizabeth Taylor!'

The "Diamonds" singer spoke to The Advocate about her role model in HIV activism and her support of a new film, It's Not Over, that will educate young people about the virus.

Forty Under 40: Activism

Amy Balliett heads up an impressive list of out activists that includes Tony Biel, Brad Sears, Thai Pham, James Neiley, Christoph Babka, Katelynn Cusanelli, and Timothy Scofield.

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Wife of Florida Anti-Drag Lawmaker to Host ‘Sultry’ Performance Event for Nonprofit

Images of the event show women in revealing costumes — something that could be illegal under Florida state Rep. Randy Fine's proposed bill.

Catholic Church Will Never Change on Marriage, Says Kaine's Bishop

The Democratic vice-presidential nominee had predicted the church will eventually embrace marriage equality; guess again, says his bishop.

Why Are We Giving Awards to Caitlyn Jenner?

Transgender activist Ashlee Marie Preston says it's not only wrong to give an award to the Trump supporter -- as St. John's Well Child & Family Center plans to do -- it is downright insulting.

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A CNN interview? To be an ally to LGBTQ+ people? Melania Trump seems to need $250K just to show up

There are no freebies: Just like her husband, everything she does is transactional, John Casey writes.

Op-ed: Six Reasons Why it Sucks to Be a Gay Man

Sure, there have been countless advancements for LGBT rights, especially in the last few years, but there are just a couple of realities that make everyday life a bit of a pain.

It's Time to Take a Hard Look at How We Act in Gay-Only Spaces

Alcohol and testosterone can no longer be excuses for throwing consent and decorum out the window, writes Ernest Owens.

Are You Being Served?

For some gay men, the best part of being a personal assistant to the rich and fabulous is the drama.

Noble Cause

One of the nation's first openly gay lawmakers comes out of retirement -- for one night only.

Celebs Speak Out for Trans Day of Visibility at HRC L.A. Dinner

Marcia Gay Harden, Yeardley Smith, and more sent love to the transgender and GNC communities. And trans singer Shea Diamond gave advice to allies.

Dear Brands: Support for LGBT People Should Last All Year

Corporate sponsorship of Pride festivals is fine, as long as the relationship is thoughtful and respectful.

Adam Lambert on Becoming the Voice of London Pride, Nail Polish, and Queen

His new song will be the theme for London Pride, and he has made his first movie, has created his own nail polish, and will soon return to Queen for a North America tour