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Heartbreaking Elton John health update: 'I can't see anything'

"I can't see anything. I can't read anything. I can't watch anything," Sir Elton John revealed in a new interview about his Disney+ documentary Elton John: Never Too Late.

Stephen Sondheim, Musical Theater Legend, Dead at 91

The gay composer and lyricist of greats like Into the Woods and Company died suddenly on Friday, a day after reportedly spending Thanksgiving with friends. 

Lesbian Music Legend Alix Dobkin Dies at 80

Dobkin was a contemporary of Bob Dylan and was as active in social justice as he was.

Brandi Carlile Wins Grammy, Pays Moving Tribute to Musical Legend

Two years after she took the Grammys by storm, winning three awards, Carlile took home another and also honored singer-songwriter John Prine.

Detroit Music Legend DJ Minx Comes Out, Opens Up About Her 'Queendom'

"If I have to kiss my career goodbye because no one loves me or cares for me anymore because of [my sexuality], then so be it because I have to live my life."

Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin Dead at 76

The music legend was not only a role model, but an ally.

Brandi Carlile Pays Tribute to John Prine With 'Hello in There'

Music legend and beloved songwriter Prine died earlier this week. 

Ethel Merman Is Back!

A pre-Broadway celebration of the musical theatre legend opens at San Francisco's A.C.T.

Leslie Jordan Sings with Dolly Parton, Brandi Carlile on Gospel Album

Jordan collaborates with music legends on his first album, Company's Comin'.

Elton John Wants to Introduce Putin to LGBT Russians

The out music legend condemned Russia's homophobic laws while supporting the country's LGBT community in a new statement.

Get Ready for Dolly Parton's Pro-Gay Dance Anthem

The country music legend says she has a dance track called 'Just a Wee Bit Gay.'

Brandon Routh Belting? Legends of Tomorrow's Mixtape Has That and More

A new musical collection from DC's Legends of Tomorrow gives queer super-fans something to sing about.

Dolly Parton: 'You Don't Need to Live Your Life in Darkness'

The country music legend and strong LGBT ally revealed she is the one members of her family turn to when they want to come out. 

Elton John is the latest EGOT club member after winning an Emmy Monday night

The music legend won an Emmy for his Disney+concert special Elton John Live: Farewell From Dodger Stadium.

Elaine Paige Good Times and Bum Times

The musical theater legend looks back at a storied career, from originating the lead roles in Evita, Cats, Chess, to her latest showstopper in the acclaimed revival of Follies.

Call her Miss Ross—or else

Pop music legend Diana Ross has a new album and tour to promote. Idol's 12 remaining indentured servants are here to help.

Halsey, the 'Poet' of Pop Music, Gender Bends Into Bowie and Bob Dylan

The groundbreaking artist has led the way for bisexual and bipolar visibility. Now, The Advocate's latest cover star channels music legends who inspire her.

Chicago DJ Responds to Critics of Transphobic Slur

After repeatedly using a transphobic slur to refer to Laverne Cox's appearance in a new John Legend music video on Twitter, a Chicago DJ has apologized -- after claiming that he was being 'bullied' by those who found the word offensive.

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EXCLUSIVE Stevie Wonder Apologizes for Frank Ocean Comment

In an exclusive statement to The Advocate, music legend Stevie Wonder apologizes for a previous comment that implied Frank Ocean might be confused about his sexual orientation, saying, "love is love, between... a woman and a woman and a man and a man.."

KISS and Twisted Sister Rock Legends Go Full-on Transphobic

KISS’s Paul Stanley and Twisted Sister’s Dee Snider both made very transphobic remarks on Twitter over the weekend.