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After a dark week, we can all use some light and love from Shirley MacLaine

In a warm and engaging new book, the iconic actress takes the reader through her personal photo album, documenting an incredible life along the way.

Eddie Redmayne Calls Trans Woman Role in 'The Danish Girl' a 'Mistake'

The actor played Lili Elbe in the 2015 film. Elbe was one of the first trans women to receive gender-affirmation surgery.

Op-ed: Where Are the Gay Scientists?

The LGBT community needs more role models like Alan Turing, says young scientist Jack Andraka.

Is 'Transface' a Problem in Hollywood?

Hilary Swank, Andrea James, Natasha Lyonne, Armistead Maupin, and more weigh in on casting discrimination in the entertainment industry.

Op-ed: You Can't Handle the Truth About Trans People

The only truths that seep into the media about trans people are the ones the general public wanted to see and hear in the first place, says this trans advocate.

Bore Me

Some things -- like maybe some people singing -- happen on the penultimate week of American Idol. But none of it is as interesting as Fantasia.

Mr. Cowell, Mr. Jackson, Ms. Abdul, and Mr. The Bee Gees

In which Dave White, tireless recapper, fact-finder, and opinion maker of all things Idol, is heard to say, "Oh, shit. American Idol is back."

TCM Film Festival: A Starry Treat for LGBT Fans

This year's edition of the classic movie event offers Shirley MacLaine discussing The Children's Hour, a rarely seen Tennessee Williams project, big splashy musicals, and much more.

The Education of Eddie Redmayne

How did the star of The Danish Girl prepare for his role? By becoming a transgender ally. 

Traveling, Legislating, and Moving: Your Diary Entries for #DayInLGBT

The third and final part of our diary series, capturing the #DayInLGBT.

Prediction Time: Your Oscar Party Cheat Sheet

In living rooms around the world, everyone loves predicting Oscar wins. Here's writer Adam Sandel's case that the Academy will spread the love around.

A mother reflects on justice days after her gay son’s murderer was sentenced to life without parole

Jeanne Pepper, the mother of Blaze Bernstein, sat down with The Advocate to talk about what it means for her family that Samuel Woodward’s anti-Semitism and homophobia got him locked up for the rest of his life.

The Scandinavian Secret to Living a Great Life

Just in time for the holidays, a few tips on Scandinavia's slow-living philosophies for a good life.

Love In Putin's Russia

Life for gays and lesbians in Russia is clandestine and convoluted. But the country is inscrutable to the West, so it may be impossible to seek civil rights advances like anything we'd imagine. Photographs by Davide Monteleone

27 Awesome Gifts for Entertainment Buffs

Our selection of entertainment offers serial killers, beloved sleuths, LGBT-friendly toons, and more.

NBA Superstar Dwight Howard Outed in Lawsuit Alleging Sexual Assault

Howard admitted he engaged in a threesome with the plaintiff but says it was consensual and posted a video saying, “Whatever I’m doing in my bedroom is my damn business.”

19 Films That Made Cary Grant a Hollywood Star

If you've been watching Archie or wondering about the gay/bi rumors, maybe you want to learn what made Grant such a great actor. Here are our recommendations.