Breaking barriers: 13 gay NFL players who made LGBTQ+ history
From Jerry Smith to Carl Nassib, these players paved the way for visibility and acceptance in football.
October 22, 2024
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The gayest show on earth
Think American Idol is as schmaltzy as televised singing competitions get? Check out what our neighbors across the pond are doing on Eurovision.
May 19, 2006
Beverly McClellan of 'The Voice' Dies of Cancer at 49
The blues-rocker contestant who was out as a lesbian from the beginning of the hit show's first season died Tuesday.
October 31, 2018
Cry, Sundance, cry
Week 7 of Dave White's American Idol recap is not about "Feeling Good" at all. It's about getting on camera for bawling your eyes out.
March 2, 2007
WATCH: American Idol Star Comes Out With Kiss
Rayvon Owen said he was afraid to come out while competing on American Idol.
February 15, 2016
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.
March 16, 2007
'The Voice' crowns first out LGBTQ+ winner Asher HaVon
"I am so proud to be a part of that community," HaVon said after securing his season 25 victory.
May 22, 2024
'American Idol' Contestant's Gay Grandpa Wins Judges' Hearts
Watch this exclusive clip of the singer from Ohio whose story about his gay grandfather evokes all the feels.
February 23, 2023
Why Ellen Hated Being an 'Idol' Judge
The talk show host revealed to Howard Stern why she hated being a judge on the TV singing competition.
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September 10, 2015
'White American Idol'? Viewer Voting Sparks Outrage From Judges, Twitter
Viewers of the singing competition failed to endorse queer contestants of color Ada Vox and Jurnee, leaving the judges questioning America.
April 24, 2018
Gay Church Custodian Wows 'American Idol' Judges With Original Song
The song, "Almost Heaven," addressed Jeremiah Lloyd Harmon's sexuality and spirituality.
March 11, 2019
WATCH: Catholic Nun Shocks Italy's 'The Voice'
A 25-year-old nun wows judges with rendition of Alicia Keys's "No One."
March 21, 2014
VINCINT's Stunning Vocals Showcased on Debut, "The Feeling"
The singer didn't want to write a bunch of love songs, which is exactly what he ended up doing.
February 18, 2020
The Crying Game
It's Week 10 of Dave White's Idol recaps. That means there are 10...more...to go...
March 23, 2007
Idol, Give Back the Four Hours I Spent Watching
If you don't give, next year's Idol Gives Back marathon is going to be even longer.
April 11, 2008