Wednesday, Apr 2, 2025

LGBTQ+ TOP STORIES Wednesday, Apr 2, 2025

'SNL' Star Marcello Hernández Riffs on Benson Boone – And Boone Approves

Sexy singer Benson Boone is loving how "SNL" cast member Marcello Hernández reminded audiences of one of the sweatiest moments of the year so far.

by Kilian Melloy | Apr 1

News

As Russia's Anti-Gay Crackdown Intensifies, A Prison Death, Worsening Persecution, and Defiance Follow

Russia's anti-gay crackdown has far outstripped the 2013 law that criminalized acknowledgement of, and open support for, LGBTQ+ people. A prison death and...

by Kilian Melloy | Apr 1

French Far-Right Leader Marie Le Pen, Now Barred from Seeking Office, Courted and Won Queer Voters

For years, Marine Le Pen stood at the gates of power – poised, relentless and rising. In one of her sharpest political maneuvers, she sought out the LGBTQ...

by Thomas Adamson | Apr 1

Culture

Music Review: Elton John and Brandi Carlile's Collaboration Deepens on 'Who Believes in Angels?'

"Never Too Late" was shortlisted for the 2025 Oscars. It didn't win, but that's no matter. Now it is featured on an album's of collaborations between Elton John...

by Maria Sherman | Apr 1

Fortune Feimster Brings her 'Takin' Care of Biscuits Tour' to the Boch Center Wang Theatre in Boston

Comedian Fortune Feimster will bring her "Takin' Care of Biscuits Tour" to the Boch Center Wang Theatre on Saturday, October 11, 2025.

Apr 1

Pride

NYC Pride Unveils 2025 Theme: "Rise Up: Pride in Protest"

Marquee events will celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community and reflect on the Pride movement's roots in protest at Stonewall

Mar 21

OUTshine LGBTQ+ Film Festival Spring Edition Returns To South Florida April 17-May 4

Save the dates of April 17 – May 4 for the return of the OUTshine LGBTQ+ Film Festival spring edition!

Mar 18

Media

EDGE Now: Werk, Wander, Repeat

Ready to jet-set with some seriously fab queer travel influencers? Buckle up, babes, because this episode of EDGE Now is serving wanderlust and queer...

Mar 25

Closing Night @ Barracuda NYC :: March 23, 2025

End of an Era, Honey! After 30 years of serving up legendary lewks, iconic performances, and more late-night shenanigans than we can count, Barracuda has...

by Wilsonmodels | Mar 25

EDGE RECOMMENDS

EDGE Now: Must-See Queer Films

Love is in the air, and so is some seriously iconic queer cinema! Get ready to swoon, cry, and clutch your pearls with these must-watch queer films for Valentine's Day and beyond!