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Luke Evans is 'shocked' that he's 'still working' after coming out

“I was the only one doing these big action movies and being gay. I was on my own for a long time," the actor recently told Out.

Queer Fan Art: 'The Hobbit'

With the Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug opening this weekend, we decided to take a look at some of the fan art from J.R.R. Tolkien's novels.  From the Hobbit to The Silmarillion to The Lord of the Rings, these beloved characters have sparked an extensive fandom and collection of gay art.

Meet the Oscar-Nominated, Out Makeup Artist Behind 'The Hobbit'
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WATCH: Stephen Colbert and Stephen Fry Talk Hobbits, Marriage Equality, and Bullying

The out actor opened up about personal issues between playful bouts of good-natured verbal sparring with the Colbert Report host during a recent appearance.

Hot Sheet: December 13, 2013

The top 10 entertainment and events highlights this week include Jordan Pease, Kay Sedia, Leslie Jordan, and The Hobbit.

Ian McKellen: 'I Am Sorry. Gandalf Doesn't Do Weddings'

The legendary out actor turned down $1.5 million to officiate at the wedding of the founder of Napster and a pop singer, because he'd have to appear as his character from The Hobbit films.

Frodo gets lost

The three-and-a-half-hour stage version of The Lord of the Rings, now running in Toronto, has Elvish music, lots of armpit stabbing, guys on stilts, and a too-short wizard. It's quite a sight to see, but don't expect to be moved

The Problem With the 'Coming Out' of Pushing Daisies' Lee Pace

By calling a question about his sexuality "intrusive," the Angels in America actor is contributing to stigma regarding LGBT identity.

Luke Evans and Welsh National Opera Perform Queen Classic for Pride

The Alienist star helped celebrate Pride in Wales with a stirring rendition of "Who Wants to Live Forever." 

Snubs and Surprises Among the 2013 Oscar Nominations

Lincoln leads the pack of nominees for the 85th annual Academy Awards.

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WATCH: Ian McKellen Strolls Down Sesame Street

Out actor Ian McKellen participates in a smart parody of his Lord of the Rings character Gandalf for a lesson in manners.

The art of loving Switzerland

The Swiss adage "es stimmt" means, roughly, "it fits." When an Advocate editor goes in search of artistic and architectural delights--and maybe a gay Swiss miss or two--she indeed finds "es stimmt." What better recommendation for a travel destination?

Bullying Led To Gay Michigan Teen's Suicide, Say Parents

Josh Pacheco, a 17-year-old junior at Linden High School in Fenton, Mich., took his own life on November 26, after he was relentlessly bullied for being gay, according to his parents.

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Op-ed: Not a Straight White Man? Good Luck in Hollywood

Chris Rock keenly addressed many of the racial hangups the entertainment history has held on to for years. Comedian and actor Jason Stuart says the same issues apply to LGBT roles and actors.

Editor's Letter: Why #DayInLGBT Matters to LGBTs

If we do this right, today can help us learn more about what it means to be LGBT.