LGBTQ News and More
Watch: Brian Falduto Brought His Authentic Self to Playing a Gay Teen in 'School of Rock,' Which Scared Him Into the Closet
In the film "School of Rock" Brian Falduto played Billy, or "Fancy Pants," and was quickly labeled the "gay kid" from the hit film. He brought an authenticity to the role, but it also scared him into the closet.
'Deja Vu?' Five Musicals That Influenced 'In The Heights'
If some moments of "In The Heights" may have that "deja vu" feeling, it was likely the intention of director Jon M. Chu, who, like Damien Chazelle did in "LaLa Land," reference moments from previous musicals in homage.
Chella Man on Fashion, Authenticity and the True Meaning of Pride
Artist, author, and director Chella Man chats with EDGE about his fashion style, new book "Continuum," and advocating for greater accessibility and representation for the whole spectrum of LGBTQ creators.
Watch: Knife Attack Against D.C. Trans Woman Caught on Video
A Washington, D.C. trans woman described how a trio of attackers left her with knife wounds to the arm and head in a brutal June 6 attack at a laundromat that police are investigating as a hate crime.
A New Digital Platform Helps LGBTQ Pioneers on the Path to Financial Stability
A new platform, created in partnership with SAGE and LifeCents and supported by the Wells Fargo Foundation, is helping LGBTQ elders reduce financial stress and rethink how to budget and strategize for the future.
Prejudice Can't Trump Attraction in Oliver Hermanus' Gay Military Drama 'Moffie'
Oliver Hermanus' gay military drama "Moffie" has quickly gained classic status. Hermanus told EDGE about making the film, casting its compelling male leads, and addressing its complex questions around prejudice.
Watch: Dad's Support for Gay Son Goes Viral
Just outside of Tulsa, Oklahoma, in a stongly conservative community, one dad is going viral for showing his gay son support with a flag.
Don't Miss: Asia O'Hara Live 'On the EDGE,' June 15
Tune into EDGE's Facebook page on Tuesday, June 15 at 1 p.m. and join Asia O'Hara for a live interview where she'll spill the tea on touring in "Drive 'N Drag Saves 2021" with Gottmik, Rosé and more of our favorite queens.
Trans Kids in the US Were Seeking Treatment Decades Before Today's Political Battles
One researcher says doctors tended to see transgender youth as canvases for experimentation — to see how their growing bodies responded to various surgeries or hormonal cocktails.
As Virus Cases Wane, Governors Weigh Ending Emergency Orders
About half the states had emergency orders set to expire before the Fourth of July. And over a dozen additional states have open-ended emergency orders, which could be canceled at any time by governors.
News
French Open Defends 'Pragmatic' Stance in Osaka Dealings
French Open organizers said they took a "pragmatic" approach in their dealings with four-time Grand Slam champion Naomi Osaka earlier in the tournament, insisting they tried to engage with her several times before she decided to withdraw.
Entertainment
Review: 'Yes I Am - The Ric Weiland Story' a Heroic Portrait of Queer Activist and Philanthropist
The story of a true gay hero we should all know about.
Business
Richard Branson Marks Opening of Virgin Hotel in Las Vegas
Billionaire businessman and investor Richard Branson marked the opening Thursday of the new Virgin Hotels Las Vegas, promoting weekend events that kicked off with a show headlined by Christina Aguilera.
Technology
Apple Clarifies New Rules Won't Affect Grindr, Other Dating Apps
Apple's new rules around dating apps won't affect popular platforms like Grindr and Scruff, but are intended to shut down "apps that used dating only as a cover for pornography, prostitution, or human trafficking."
Finance
The Top Questions that Prospective Students Should Ask
When you are applying for university or postgraduate programs, it can feel like you are constantly answering questions about yourself. However, you should also have a long list of questions for the university.
Cars
Edmunds: Consider Leasing When New Car Prices Soar
Leasing a car now provides a number of advantages over a traditional financed purchase. To start with, you don't have to put as much money down.
Style
Fans Will Help Decide What Judy Garland-Inspired Fragrance Will Smell Like
What did Judy Garland smell like? Let your imagination run wild, but come June 10, 2022, on the 100th anniversary of Garland's birth, Judy — A Garland Fragrance by Vincenzo Spinnato will reveal a newly inspired unisex fragrance.
Health/Fitness
Watch: Cody Simpson Releases Training Video: 'I'm Back Living My Full Athletic Lifestyle.'
As he competes to join the Australian swim team at the upcoming Olympics, singer Cody Simpson shared with GQ his rigorous training regimen in a video.
Travel
San Francisco Roars Back 1920s-Style with Plenty of Queer Flair
One of the country's most iconic LGBTQ destinations, San Francisco is poised to emerge from the pandemic with flair and style reminiscent of the Roaring '20s.
Nightlife
Aurora Pride :: June 13, 2021
Aurora, Illinois revamped their second Pride celebration with a drive around concept to local businesses and homes, plus a rainbow festival in Water Street Square.
Recent Reviews
Review: 'Language Lessons' a Pandemic-Era Relationship Fable
Straight actor-producer-director Mark Duplass fits comfortably into the role of a married gay man in Natalie Morales' laptop-confined film "Language Lessons."
Review: Polyamorous Love Story 'Ma Belle, My Beauty' a Revelation
Writer-director Marion Hill lays bare the anguish and inspiration of love with this polyamorous love story.
Review: 'No Straight Lines: The Rise Of Queer Comics' Marvelously Surveys History
Vivian Kleiman's marvelous documentary "No Straight Lines" surveys the history - so far - of queer comics, from strips drawn for local gay newspapers to the rise of graphic novels to the advent of web comics.