👑 Graham Norton’s couch is staying put on this side of the pond. As “The Graham Norton Show” returns for its S34 premiere next week, the show’s U.S. distribution has been secured for two more seasons by AMC Global Media. That means it will remain on BBC America, its stateside home for many years. 👏🫶

‘The Graham Norton Show,’ With Its Taylor Swift-Fueled Momentum, Lands Two-Year Pickup at BBC America and AMC Global Media Streamers (EXCLUSIVE)

'The Graham Norton Show,' with its Taylor Swift-fueled momentum, landed a two-year pickup in the U.S. at BBC America and AMC Global Media's streamers.

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Screenshots of O’Neill’s Grindr were posted to Facebook, including photos in a leather harness with a bear paw tattoo, and in a leather shirt. “I'm not remotely ashamed to have a social and dating life. If you think I’m rubbish at being a councillor, that’s fine. But for the record, I’m single." 👏👑🌈

Queerty@queerty.com · 21h ago

Politician has the best response to his Grindr photos being leaked - buff.ly/Vs2ebeN

A poll found that Pete Buttigieg👑 is the most popular likely 2028 presidential candidate among Dem voters with 70% having a very or somewhat favorable opinion and only 7% unfavorable. They were also asked of their opinion of Kamala Harris, Gavin Newsom, Jon Ossoff, Mark Kelly, AOC, and Josh Shapiro.

LGBTQ Nation@lgbtqnation.com · 3d ago

Pete Buttigieg is more popular than Mr Rogers - buff.ly/tCvg7sN

Randy Rainbow does a parody of “Surrey with the Fringe On Top” from Oklahoma! by Rodgers and Hammerstein. #donaldjessicatrump youtu.be/zv7CvZn2dZc?...

Dummy with the Wig On Top - A Randy Rainbow Song Parody

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American Horror Story creator Ryan Murphy 👑 chats with ET at the S13 premiere in NYC. Ryan shares how he convinced Jessica Lange to return after saying no for years, and gives a taste of what fans can expect from a possible Glee reboot. AHS: 13 premieres Sept. 24 on FX and streams on Hulu. 👏

Glee REBOOT?! Ryan Murphy Reveals He's Written a NEW Script for OG Cast (Exclusive)

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Organizers of NoTX' Kel-So Pride, pledged to fight the Southlake City Council’s unexplained decision to deny them a permit. A smaller gathering will take place Oct 3, but organizers plan to hold the full event next Apr. “It may feel like a message of ‘you don’t belong here,’ but we absolutely do.” 🏳️‍🌈

LGBTQ Nation@lgbtqnation.com · 2d ago

Pride event organizers pledge to fight back after city denies permit: “We’re not going away.” - buff.ly/5p0oOE2

Williamsburg's hip, queer ANIMAL opened in 2024, brainchild of Jim Morrison Hevert and Ashton Correa, who spent years dreaming up the perfect bar, a place to enjoy atmosphere, low lighting, decor, with cocktails are as mindfully curated as the music. They've now in the former venue, Resident DTLA. 🫶

Brooklyn queer bar ANIMAL opens a second venue in Los Angeles - GayCities

The Arts District in Los Angeles now has its own ANIMAL location.

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Today marks 20-yrs since my memoir, My Pet Virus: The True Story of a Rebel Without a Cure, was published. To mark the occasion, I've launched a podcast, and My Pod Virus with Shawn Decker. Ep 1 explains how the memoir came to be, the origins of my relationship with POZ Magazine, and more... 🎗️

20-Year Anniversary of My Pet Virus: The True Story of a Rebel Without a Cure

My podcast debut that looks back at how my book got published, why Stephen Gendin is the coolest and ice cream with Jeanne White-Ginder.

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Madonna 👑 is opening this year’s MTV VMA's, having scored 11 nods this year. While she's made appearances at some of the more recent VMAs ceremonies, this will mark her first live performance on the show in 23 years! Whatever she gives us will end up being the most-talked about moment of the show. 👏

Queerty@queerty.com · 4d ago

Madonna is opening the VMAs & here’s some of her most iconic show moments - buff.ly/9VU1Osy

The hotly anticipated gay reality show Crush House is described as “the most fearless, pleasure-filled reality show on the planet.” The premise of it is, basically, 10 hunky adult entertainers and OF stars compete for the crown of "Most Valuable Crush." Stream the stiff competition on Plex. 🌈🍑🍆

Queerty@queerty.com · 4d ago

10 thoughts I had while watching the balls-out, b*tts-out first episode of Crush House - buff.ly/3Vjmf3h

Happy birthday, Billy Porter

Tonys Bonus - Billy Porter Crushes Broadway Karaoke

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HRC: While we commemorate this major win, the fight continues for transgender servicemembers. Demand Pete Hegseth’s removal: hrc.im/hegseth

Human Rights Campaign@hrc.org · 5d ago

Fifteen years ago today, the repeal of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” — a discriminatory federal policy that banned lesbian, gay, and bisexual people from serving openly in the military — was implemented in full.

YES SIR! Anything goes in San Francisco—and nowhere is that more true than at the annual Folsom Street Fair, the world’s largest leather event, where self-expression knows no bounds, but respect, consent, and a judgment-free atmosphere are at the heart of it all. ❤️🖤💙🩶🤎

The Guide to San Francisco's Folsom Street Fair

Here's how to experience and enjoy San Francisco's Folsom Street Fair, the world's largest leather event on September 27, 2026.

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VA Gov. Abigail Spanberger 🙏 said that an attempt to restrict trans kids’ ability to participate in school sports is now dead, and she got emotional speaking about a trans girl 🏳️‍⚧️ and the discrimination she faced. “I want the LGBTQ+ community to know they have a governor that values your community.”🫶

LGBTQ Nation@lgbtqnation.com · last wk.

Democratic governor “burst into tears” as she shut down GOP attack on trans rights - buff.ly/mOFv4eF

Outfest hosts a timely conversation on the forces shaping queer film and TV today, from shifting industry priorities, shrinking opportunities, and the power of LGBTQ artists and audiences. With Marc Malkin, Hayley Kiyoko, Angela Robinson, and Wash Westmoreland. 👑🏳️‍🌈🫶 us.list-manage.com/n0C2_qJvJSn?...

Peacock’s Emmy-winning The Traitors is now on NBC with a new season composed entirely of civilian players in the game, and more money than ever before. In the 2-hour premiere, host Alan Cumming welcomed 22 competitors to his Scottish castle and immediately threw them into the deep end of the loch. 🏰

‘The Traitors: New Blood’ EPs Break Down NBC Premiere, Sweetening the Pot for the Faithful and Why the Civilian Cast ‘Played Hard Straight Away’

'The Traitors' EPs on how the game had to change for NBC's all-civilian version, picking the Traitors, why the prize money means something to the cast.

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Happy Latin American Heritage Month! Pedro Almodovar 👑 is one of the most internationally successful Spanish filmmakers, with a huge cult following. Women on the Verge of a Nervous Breakdown (1988) is his breakthrough film. Motherhood, LGBTQ issues, desire are some of his most explored subjects. 🌈

Pedro Almodóvar Waves Hello at Golden Globes

ALT: Pedro Almodóvar Waves Hello at Golden Globes

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This summer, 👑 Rosie did a week-long stint filling in for Jimmy Kimmel. Some advocated for her to stay on late night TV. This week it's reported she will step into the role of The Narrator in The Rocky Horror Show from Oct 6—18, filling in for Rachel Dratch who is on a temporary leave from the show.

Queerty@queerty.com · last wk.

The Rosie Renaissance isn’t over yet as funny lady lands another major gig - buff.ly/SURCn7s

Happy Latin American Heritage Month! Ricky Martin, 👑 once evasive about his private life, came out in 2010 on his website. "I am proud to say that I am a fortunate homosexual man. I am very blessed to be who I am." He founded the Ricky Martin Foundation in 2000 as a child advocacy organization. 🙏

Ricky Martin - La Copa de la Vida (Official Video - Spanglish)

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👑 Orville Peck‘s spicy Playgirl spread, the mag’s first out gay male cover star, dropped late last week. In the photoshoot and behind-the-scenes video, the country crooner nearly bears all, taking it all off… 🍆 except for that signature mask of his, of course! Sept 2026 issue out now. 👀

Orville Peck • PLAYGIRL: September 2026 • Behind the Scenes

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On 👑 King Of Drag, Season 2, an eclectic crop of eight new kings vie for the crown, in this fabulous drag competition series hosted by comedian Cameron Esposito. Sept 20 on Revry. youtu.be/jVQLnJfP-TE?...

King of Drag | Season 2 | Meet the Kings | Revry

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After 8 seasons, Drag Race UK is being dropped by the BBC. Franchise co-creator Fenton Bailey sees it as part of a changing climate. “Even at the best of times, queer culture is vulnerable: you can’t take it for granted.” BBC insists it's for financial reasons as they plan to lay off 500 staffers. 🌈

Queerty@queerty.com · last wk.

Drag Race UK just got axed & fans are all wondering the same thing - buff.ly/netP3Ul

Multi-hyphenate lesbian super model, Lauren Chan 👑, joins the cast of Heated Rivalry S2. Coincidentally, THEM named her “The Hottest Women on Earth” in 2025. She'll play Gen, a professional photographer for the Ottawa Centaurs. Will the “gay hockey butt show” finally feature a lesbian storyline? 🌈

Lesbian Model Lauren Chan Joins the Cast of Heated Rivalry

Multi-hyphenate lesbian super model Lauren Chan will be joining the cast of Heated Rivalry for season 2.

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Happy Latin American Heritage Month! Ariana Debose 👑 is an actress and singer who has received an Oscar, a British Academy Film Award, and a Golden Globe, in addition to Tony and two Primetime Emmy nominations. 🏆 DeBose is queer and came out in 2015. 🌈 youtu.be/hoQEddtFN3Q?...

West Side Story – Cast 2021 - America (From "West Side Story")

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🇺🇸 Pete Buttigieg: “I wouldn’t run if I didn’t believe America was ready for a gay president.” While serving as mayor in a deep-red state he won 80% of the vote in his re-election after coming out as gay. “The voters I see want to be part of this conversation to change the course of our country.” 🏳️‍🌈

LGBTQ Nation@lgbtqnation.com · 2w ago

Pete Buttigieg says America is ready for a gay president - buff.ly/EvxaMvK

The comments tell you all you need to know about him: @keenh1075: "His self-awareness and outlook is attractive" @goblinwizard735: "this dude gets my gay respect for this interview." @Tripper111: "medium build dude is awesome. I want this dude to be my neighbor." I like him too. 🫶🌈👏

Medium Build Opens Up About His Sexuality

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HEADCOUNT and TheDeepHomo want to remind you today is National Voter Registration Day! Whether you are registering to vote for the first time or updating your address, name, or party preferences, today is the day to do it! We, the LGBTQ community, NEED YOUR VOTE! 🌊🌈 www.headcount.org/verify-voter...

Verify Your Voter Registration — Free Check | HeadCount

Verify your voter registration status in seconds with HeadCount's free tool. Make sure you're election-ready.

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For a year LGBTQ students in a rural VA middle school watched those overseeing their education move the goalposts. They followed the rules to establish a GSA, then after conservative backlash the club was suspended. Now after being sued in federal court, the board changed the rules back. #yeswecan ✊🏽

LGBTQ+ middle schoolers took a conservative Virginia school board to court to protect their rights — and won

King George County changed the rules after students tried to establish a GSA. Now it has changed them back, weeks before the dispute was headed to trial.

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Kai Schreiber, daughter of Naomi Watts and Liev Schreiber, made history at NY Fashion Week, becoming the first trans girl to win Breakthrough Model of the Year at the Fashion Media Awards, thanking Maison Valentino, who made the dress she wore for the evening, and “continues to believe in me.” 🏳️‍⚧️🏆

Kai Schreiber Makes History as First Trans Girl to Win Breakthrough Model of the Year

​Schreiber became the first trans girl to win the Breakthrough Model of the Year statue at The Daily Front Row’s Fashion Media Awards.

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