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Watch Jennifer Coolidge thank 'all the evil gays' in hilarious Emmys acceptance speech

Coolidge referenced her iconic scene in The White Lotus season two in her Emmys acceptance speech for best supporting actress in a drama series.

Janelle Monáe Teaches Lessons of Pleasure, Creativity, and Self Love

The nonbinary musician and actor unapologetically centered queer Black femme sexuality in her 2023 album, Age of Pleasure.

13 Nonbinary Icons You Should Know

To celebrate Nonbinary Awareness Week and International Nonbinary People's Day, here are 13 nonbinary trailblazers we love.

When an Icon Dies

Celebrity deaths often give us pause to think about our own lives.

Jojo Siwa Discusses Being a 'Gay Icon' With Fellow Icon Laverne Cox

The two discussed Siwa's history-making performance on Dancing With the Stars.

Was Patty Duke a Gay Icon?

Straight people control the narrative, which means Duke's camp role in Valley of the Dolls is lost in the remembrances.

Laverne Cox: The Making of an Icon

For years she struggled to find her place. Now she has a voice, a cause, and an audience. And she's running with it.

15 Pansexual Icons to Celebrate Everyday

Here are the stars making pansexual people feel seen.

2018’s Icons, Innovators, and Disruptors

American culture is changing fast. Here are the queer people leading the charge.

In Conversation With Iconic Filmmaker Christine Vachon

The legendary indie producer talks about stories that inspire her, discusses the legacy of Boys Don't Cry and Carol, and offers advice to young creators. 

Juan Gabriel, Queer Mexican Icon

El Divo de Juarez died Sunday, but his legacy as an LGBT Latino icon must not be forgotten. 

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Natasha Lyonne on Being a Lesbian Icon

The OITNB actress spoke with the New York Times about being a straight lesbian icon. 

Michael Musto's Icons: Murray Hill

“The hardest working middle-aged man in show business,” is a spiffy creation who sings and dances, tells naughty jokes, and works a room like a firecracker. 

Michael Musto's Icons: Robin Byrd

How the infamous empress of fun and raunchy DIY cable TV brought a sex-positive, safe-sex message to the world.

Nick Jonas: I’m Not a Gay Icon

His LGBT fans may consider him a gay icon, but Nick Jonas doesn't.

10 Celebrity Icons of HIV Activism

Many celebs have raised awareness of HIV, but few are recognized for it.

Susan Blu: Transformation of an Animation Icon

The iconic voice actress opens up about overcoming bullying, the death of her first wife, and the long journey to accepting herself as a lesbian.

Which LGBT Icon Deserves a Biopic?

The Advocate asked the filmmakers at Outfest who their fantasy LGBT film subject might be -- as well as who they would cast as the lead.