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Kevin Hart reflects on his 'come-to-Jesus moment' after backlash to homophobic jokes

The 44-year-old comedian stepped down from hosting the Oscars in 2018 after anti-LGBTQ+ Twitter posts of his resurfaced.

New Doc Chronicles the Inspiring Story of Gay Politician Malcolm Kenyatta

Al Roker executive produced Kenyatta: Do Not Wait Your Turn, a film that examines Malcolm Kenyatta's political rise.

Conversations With: Lee Daniels

Out director Lee Daniels claims Sundance's Grand Jury Prize for Push, the tale of one girl's struggle for survival in 1980s Harlem -- and one of the most moving portraits of a lesbian in black cinema.

Lee Daniels Endorses Pete Buttigieg For President

The director believes the out candidate is the Democratic party's best option to defeat "Trumpism" in November. 

Lee Daniels Breaks Silence on Racism in Hollywood

The black and gay co-creator of Empire said he wants to see more action and less 'woe is me' complaints about opportunities in Tinseltown.

Matthew McConaughey Will Play JFK For Lee Daniels
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Lee Daniels: 'Star' Saw the 'Civil War' Coming

The out writer discusses his new musical drama's transgender storyline and the role of entertainment in the wake of Donald Trump's election.

Lee Daniels at 'Empire' Premiere: 'Dreams Come True'

The gay creator of Fox's anticipated new drama about the rise of a music mogul spoke about his own path to prominence at the show's premiere.

Lee Daniels Describes Zac Efron As Hungry and Eager
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Daniel Craig & Jamie Lee Curtis on Knives Out as Thanksgiving Convos

The stars of the old-fashioned whodunit with the all-star cast chat with The Advocate about how the film skewers white privilege and wealth. 

How Lee Daniels Became the Star Maker and Black Queer Icon

The award-winning director continues to tackle racism in Hollywood, as he mentors young queer artists and expands his media empire. 

Point Scholar Julian Breece Teams With Lee Daniels for Fox Drama

Breece and the Empire cocreator -- both out black men -- will be developing Mason Dixon, a show about race and class in America.

PHOTOS: Lee Daniels Honored at Outfest Legacy Awards

Outfest, along with Jane Fonda, Cuba Gooding Jr., Raven-Symone, and more, honored Lee Daniels with its Visionary Award for his cinematic achievements.

Bisexual Blues Icon Billie Holiday Rises Up in New Lee Daniels Film

Andra Day and Lee Daniels chat with The Advocate about the power of "Strange Fruit" and the importance of celebrating all of Holiday's intersections.  

Showrunner Ditches Lee Daniels After Spat

The out film and television producer is expected to soon name a replacement for Charles Murray following their 'creative differences.'

Andra Day Is Riveting as Bi Blues Singer Billie Holiday in Timely Film

The trailer is out for Lee Daniels's biopic about the government's case against Holiday.