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Dwyane Wade and Family Forced to Leave Florida Due to Anti-LGBTQ+ Legislation

The former NBA star says his family "would not be accepted or feel comfortable there."

Gabrielle Union-Wade & Dwyane Wade Stand for Trans Rights at NAACP Awards

Wade spoke of the lessons he's learned by being the father of a trans girl.

Zaya Wade's Visibility is Building a Better Future For LGBTQ+ Youth

The daughter of Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union also made our "Women of the Year" list. 

17 Celebs Who Are Out & Proud of Their Trans & Nonbinary Kids

These stars are out and proud of their children.

Dwyane Wade Blasts Ex-Wife's Legal Actions Over Trans Daughter

She says the former NBA star is trying to profit off his daughter's transition, but he says she hasn't even tried to get to know their daughter.

NBA Legend Dwyane Wade Gives Moving Speech on Parenting a Gay Child

"It ain't about him. He knows who he is. It's about you."

Amy Schneider & Zaya Wade Discuss Being Trans in the Spotlight

And how allies can help create more inclusive communities.

Billy Porter, Megan Rapinoe, BLM Founders Among Time 100 LGBTQ+ Icons

The magazine honored many out figures and allies in its roundup of the world's "most influential" people.

21 Trans Icons You Should Know on Transgender Day of Visibility

For Trans Day of Visibility, these are 21 trans icons that deserve your attention.

11 Celebrities Who Are Standing Against Anti-Drag, Anti-Trans Bills

In recent weeks, as GOP-led legislatures turn to write trans people out of American life through new bill proposals, some high-profile stars have voiced their support for the LGBTQ+ community.

Conservatives Fight to Ban This Black, Queer Memoir State-By-State

"At the end of the day, they do not have the right to deny me my truth; they don't have the right to deny anyone their true story," author George M. Johnson tells The Advocate.

Virtual GLAAD Awards to Feature Dolly Parton, Lil Nas X, Dwyane Wade

In lieu of an in-person ceremony, the LGBTQ+ media organization is throwing a star-studded virtual fundraiser.

Banner Announces 10K New Signers to Critique of N.Y. Times' Trans Coverage

More than 10,000 people from all 50 states have joined a GLAAD-led coalition calling on the Times to do better.

Meet the Creator of SOULE, a New Digital Mag for Black LGBTQ+ Folks

The outlet was inspired by the Harlem Renaissance.

100+ Activists, Journalists Call Out Anti-Trans Bias in New York Times

A GLAAD-led coalition and a group of Times contributors say the paper of record is full of transphobic pseudoscience.

A Brighter Future: Meet The Advocate's '30 Under 30'

We're celebrating 30 amazing LGBTQ+ young people who are blazing a trail toward a better, brighter future for all!

'Pose,' 'Schitt's Creek,' 'Booksmart' Take GLAAD Media Awards

They and other winners were highlighted in a virtual ceremony Thursday evening.

Dwyane Wade Helps Trans Daughter Legally Change Her Name, Gender

The retired NBA star and supportive father has filed a petition on behalf of his transgender daughter, Zaya.

Gabrielle Union Blasts Florida's 'Don't Say Gay' Bill — and Disney

"You can't stand against hate and oppression and fund hate and oppression," the actress said, without mentioning the studio's name.

Dwyane Wade Shares About Being a Proud Parent to His Trans Daughter

The basketball star appeared on Ellen DeGeneres's show to discuss how he and wife Gabrielle Union support their daughter. 

Honoring all the plaintiff couples

In the January 16 issue of The Advocate, the plaintiff couples who brought marriage cases with the help of the gay rights group Lambda Legal were honored as part of our roundup of "People of the Year." But there were many more plaintiff couples who deserve that honor for contributing their time and energy to marriage cases decided last year.