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Jeremy Allen White to star as a bisexual man in upcoming Netflix romance

The Bear hottie is playing a bisexual man whose life is "punctuated by anonymous encounters with men."

Funeral Preparations in Heath Ledger's Home Town

Heath Ledger's father said his son's death by accidental overdose would be an enduring agony for the family and should serve as a warning to others not to mix prescription drugs. The New York City medical examiner announced Wednesday that the 28-year-old ''Brokeback Mountain'' star died from the effects of taking six types of painkillers and sedatives. His body was found Jan. 22 in his Manhattan apartment. Ledger's premature death promoted outpourings of grief from New York to Hollywood to his hometown of Perth, a small and remote city on the verge of the Outback in Australia's southwest.

Tyler Clementi's Mom Reacts to Leelah Alcorn's Death

The mother of a bullied gay youth who committed suicide in 2010 calls on society to 'celebrate and accept every life'

Heeding Dr. King’s Call Once Again: The March on Washington 2023

The CEO of Family Equality on why marginalized groups are gathering in Washington, D.C., this week for the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington.

The queerness of King James I, of Bible fame

He commissioned the version of the Bible used by many Christians and being hawked by Donald Trump. The king and a male lover are also the subjects of a new miniseries, Mary and George.

What Facebook Should Have Said When Ad Chief Carolyn Everson Departed

The tech giant released a milquetoast 18-word statement, failing to credit Everson for her epic accomplishments there. 

Renault Ad's Epic Love Affair Between Women Is a Cinematic Tearjerker

The ad for the Renault Clio is also beautifully compact queer cinema. 

Trans Teacher's Discrimination Suit Settled With Maryland School Board

For years, Jennifer Eller suffered from degrading insults within the school system where she taught because of her gender identity.

Open Letter to The Advocate

We are lawyers, advocates, and child welfare professionals who are passionate about our commitment to creating a world in which all children and youth can live safely, with the love and support they need to become healthy, productive, self-assured adults.

Pepperdine Students to Protest Alleged Antigay Discrimination

The women claim their coach told them, 'Lesbianism isn't tolerated here.'

A Gay Black Elder on Aging with Dignity

On what has -- and hasn't -- improved since the summer of 1969.

Finally, a Film for Gays Who 'Can't Play Basketball'

Nick Borenstein discusses the inspiration behind his comedic short Pete Can't Play Basketball, premiering exclusively with The Advocate.

Jamaican Who Challenged Buggery Law Bullied Out of Supreme Court

A man has withdrawn his Supreme Court case against Jamaica's antigay law out of fear for his safety.

'The Fruit Machine' Illuminates Canada's Gay Purge

The new documentary shares the horrifying recent history we need to know.

Citi Bank Allows Trans, Nonbinary Cardholders to Use Chosen Name

The financial group is part of Mastercard's inclusive "True Name" initiative.