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This week, the queens took on the iconic ‘girl group’ challenge (MTV) RuPaul’s Drag Race season 16’s fifth episode is full to bursting with drag classics – including girl groups, Monét X Change inspired looks and Amanda calling Plane a “c**t”. Last week, Drag Race season 16 aired the most heartbreaking elimination yet, and if

Ricky Wilson on Michael McIntyre’s Big Show (BBC) Kaiser Chiefs frontman Ricky Wilson delighted many prime time BBC viewers on Saturday night (3 February) as he was spotted on Michael McIntyre’s Big Show wearing a ‘Trans Rights Are Human Rights’ T-shirt. It also appeared that the Kaiser Chiefs musician didn’t expect to be on television

Catherine O’Hara. (Taylor Hill/FilmMagic) Schitt’s Creek actress Catherine O’Hara is going to be a guest star on The Last Of Us season 2. As her Schitt’s Creek character might say: “If that’s not a cause for alcohol, I don’t know what is!” Yes, that’s right: our beloved Moira Rose is going to get her fungus-zombie

South Dakota governor Kristi Noem has been a diehard supporter of Donald Trump. (Getty) In a blow for Republican governor Kristi Noem, the state of South Dakota has been forced to issue an apology letter and a $300,000 payment to transgender advocacy group The Transformation Project, following the abrupt cancellation of a Department of Health

South Dakota governor Kristi Noem has been a diehard supporter of Donald Trump. (Getty) In a blow for Republican governor Kristi Noem, the state of South Dakota has been forced to issue an apology letter and a $300,000 payment to transgender advocacy group The Transformation Project, following the abrupt cancellation of a Department of Health

Composite image showing Scarlett Jenkinson (L), Brianna Ghey (M) and Eddie Ratcliffe (R) (Supplied) The family of one of Brianna Ghey’s killers – Scarlett Jenkinson – has thanked the transgender girl’s mother for her “incredible selflessness and empathy”. The two teenage killers, Scarlett Jenkinson and Eddie Ratcliffe, both 16, were named by Mrs Justice Yip

The 2024 Grammys could be a historic moment for a number of LGBTQ+ artists, including Billie Eilish and Miley Cyrus. Though R&B star SZA is the main artist to watch on Sunday night (4 February) as she’s up for an astounding nine awards, this year’s Grammys could also mark an impressive turning point for LGBTQ+

Here’s the first look at Elliot Page in the final season of The Umbrella Academy. (Netflix) Netflix has shared the first look at The Umbrella Academy season 4 – the show’s final season – starring Elliot Page in his leading role as Viktor Hargreeves. As part of the new “Next on Netflix” preview, the streaming

Christine Jorgensen was a truly trailblazing American trans woman. A former soldier, she was the first person to become widely known in the US for having gender affirming surgery. Her story is a fascinating one, and shows how – almost overnight – she became a pop culture icon. She was also treated more sensitively than

Some artists have been removed from TikTok. (Buda Mendes/TAS23/Getty Images for TAS Rights Management/Nykieria Chaney/Getty Images for ABA) Have your favourite dance trend videos on TikTok suddenly been muted? You’re not the only one. Here’s everything you need to know about the Universal Music Group artists being removed from TikTok. Universal Music Group has stopped

Reading and Leeds Festival has announced more artists for its 2024 lineup. (Jason Kempin/Getty Images) Reading and Leeds Festival has announced the latest artists that are joining its lineup for 2024. The festival will return on 23-25 August at Leeds’ Bramham Park and Reading’s Richfield Avenue. It’s been confirmed today (1 February) that Pendulum, Two

Shane Gillis was fired from SNL in 2019 days after being hired. (Mike Coppola/Getty) Bud Light has partnered with Shane Gillis, a comedian who was fired from Saturday Night Live over racist and homophobic comments, almost a year after the brand faced widespread boycott calls over a partnership with trans influencer Dylan Mulvaney. Bud Light

The latest phrase has gained notoriety with Gen Z users on social media. (Steve Granitz/FilmMagic/Dan Doperalski/Golden Globes 2024/Golden Globes 2024 via Getty Images) You can’t go on TikTok without seeing our favourite celebrities being referred to as “so babygirl”.  The latest phrase has gained notoriety with Gen Z users on social media. Jacob Elordi, Andrew Scott,

Justin Timberlake ticket prices revealed for his 2024 tour dates. (Christopher Polk/Getty Images) Justin Timberlake recently announced details of The Forget Tomorrow World Tour – and these are the ticket prices. The singer has confirmed details of the first leg of the world tour in North America, which will take place across spring and summer.

Mean Thee Stallion teases ‘Hot Girl Summer’ tour dates announcement. (Josh Brasted/WireImage) Megan Thee Stallion has teased the Hot Girl Summer tour dates – and this is everything we know so far. The rapper appeared on ABC’s Good Morning America on 30 January and revealed some details about a tour for 2024. “Oh, we’re having

Which nations will win a place in the 2024 Eurovision Song Contest Grand Final? (Getty) As Malmö in Sweden prepares to host the Eurovision Song Contest 2024, the semi-final line-ups have been decided. Although the exact running order of each semi-final is yet to be announced, the draw has unveiled which countries will be competing

Mark Sahady and John Hugo (l-r) are seen at the Boston Straight Pride Parade and Rally organized by Super Happy Fun America on August 31, 2019 in Boston, Massachusetts. (Photo by Paul Marotta/Getty Images) In case you were wondering, yes, it turns out that a ‘straight’ Pride flag does exist. More than one, in fact. 

People can be both biromantic and bisexual at the same time. (Getty) What does biromantic mean? Let’s find out together. Firstly, it’s important to remember that sexuality is a spectrum. There are a number of different labels that people can use to describe themselves, if that’s what they want, but some don’t even know what

Keir Starmer speaking at an event. (Getty) LGBTQ+ activists have praised Keir Starmer for promising to bring in a trans-inclusive conversion therapy ban if Labour wins the next general election.  Labour leader Starmer vowed to tackle “psychologically damaging abuse” by bringing in a law that would extend the proposed safety net to transgender people.  So-called

First Kill’s Juliette and Calliope. (Netflix) We’re all painfully aware of the nasty trend involving LGBTQ+ series being cancelled, and Netflix is a streaming service that has been guilty of this. It’s a horrible precedent that has led to LBGTQ+ characters and narratives being ended without a planned conclusion. Thankfully, there are some LGBTQ+ Netflix

Lorraine made some eyebrow raising remarks about Gwyneth Paltrow’s unconventional health methods. (Neil Mockford/FilmMagic and Arnold Jerocki/Getty Images) TV legend and gay icon Lorraine Kelly has offered a swift apology after her comments about Gwyneth Paltrow’s “noonie” (vagina, in other words) surprised her guests. The 64-year-old Scottish presenter was hosting her self-titled show on Wednesday

There’s a new version of Jeremy Allen White’s Calvin Klein ad, starring. a gay bear, and we are obsessed. (YouTube/Calvin Klein/BRLO Beer) A beer brand has created a parody of Jeremy Allen White’s popular Calvin Klein advert, swapping the star of The Bear for, well, a bear. In the ad, White, who played Lip Gallagher

Ali C Lopez is a TikTok influencer (Instagram/@al.weezy) Trans TikTok star Ali C Lopez has claimed that when it comes to dating, declining masculinity is getting “out of control.” Lopez was the subject of a cruel meme that made fun of her appearance but is now adjusting to life in the limelight. She describes feeling

Dino Fetscher stars in Netflix series Fool Me Once. (Getty) As Harlan Coben’s latest crime thriller Fool Me Once arrives on Netflix, Welsh actor and former Mr Gay UK Dino Fetscher is stepping into the role of a detective investigating a mystery. Fool Me Once, an eight-part adaptation of Coben’s best-selling tale premiered on Monday

Dave Chappelle claimed that he wasn’t “doing trans jokes” in his new Netflix special The Dreamer – before promptly making jokes about the trans community. (Netflix) Dave Chappelle has continued to mock trans people in his latest Netflix special, The Dreamer. The Dreamer, which dropped on Sunday (31 December), focuses on the early years of

London celebrates 10 years since same-sex marriage quality during New Year’s Eve firework display. (BBC) London heralded in 2024 with their annual New Year’s Eve fireworks display and this year paid homage to same-sex marriage equality, Barbie-mania and the Windrush generation. The 15-minute firework and drone display, organised by the Mayor of London Sadiq Khan,

Max Bowden will leave the role of Ben Mitchell in the coming months. (BBC/Jack Barnes/Kieron McCarron) Eastenders actor Max Bowden who plays Ben Mitchell will exit the series later this year, after joining the British soap opera in 2019. The 29-year-old actor – who was recognised as Soap Superstar of the Year at the 2023

Lily Gladstone talks decolonising gender and gendered award categories. (Getty) Killers of the Flower Moon star Lily Gladstone explained her approach to “decolonising gender” was influenced by their upbringing on Montana’s Blackfeet reservation. The Golden Globe nominated actor appeared opposite Leonardo DiCaprio in the 2023 film Killers of the Flower Moon from acclaimed director Martin