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MAGA Nauseous, Trans Star Ryan Cassata Strikes Back with New Video (with a Little Help from Tom Goss)

MAGA Nauseous, Trans Star Ryan Cassata Strikes Back with New Video (with a Little Help from Tom Goss)

CULTURE | By Kilian Melloy | Jun 10

Trans-recording artist Ryan Cassata sums up the queer response to Trump's anti-trans policies, but turns them into a joyful anthem in the video, directed by queer singer Tom Goss, for 'i feel like throwing up.' EDGE speaks with Ryan.

Greater Palm Springs Is the Perfect Desert Oasis Getaway

Greater Palm Springs Is the Perfect Desert Oasis Getaway

SPONSORED CONTENT | Jun 10

Once a haven for movie stars and artists escaping the Los Angeles urban sprawl, Palm Springs has cemented its status as an international LGBTQ+ enclave pulsating with a chic vibe.

A Fashion Icon Throws Down a (Haute Couture) Gauntlet, and Vance Responds with Ominous Tweet

A Fashion Icon Throws Down a (Haute Couture) Gauntlet, and Vance Responds with Ominous Tweet

NEWS | By Kilian Melloy | Jun 10

Menswear maven Derek Guy came out as undocumented in a social media post, and the vice president — whose style choices Guy critiqued — seemed to suggest retaliation was possible.

'Harry Potter' Series Star Nick Frost Says He's 'Not Aligned' with J.K. Rowling's Anti-Trans Views

'Harry Potter' Series Star Nick Frost Says He's 'Not Aligned' with J.K. Rowling's Anti-Trans Views

CULTURE | By Kilian Melloy | Jun 10

"Kinky Boots" actor Nick Frost has been cast in the upcoming HBO "Harry Potter" series. Trans equality advocates pushed back hard, but Frost says he's "not aligned" with Rowling's anti-trans views.

And Just Like What? Sarah Jessica Parker Had No Idea Che Was so Unpopular

And Just Like What? Sarah Jessica Parker Had No Idea Che Was so Unpopular

CULTURE | By Kilian Melloy | Jun 10

Viewers of "And Just Like That..." were sharply critical of queer character Che Diaz, played by bisexual and nonbinary actor Sara Ramírez — but series star Sarah Jessica Parker had no idea.

Gay Twitter Roundup: The Tony Awards, Presidential Breakup Tea, and Coming Out Stories

Gay Twitter Roundup: The Tony Awards, Presidential Breakup Tea, and Coming Out Stories

CULTURE | By Andrea Marks Joseph | Jun 10

From the best reactions to the Tony Awards to some hilarious coming out stories, it all is happening on Gay Twitter.

Vrix Gallano is Hotter than Manila in Summer

Vrix Gallano is Hotter than Manila in Summer

CULTURE | By Timothy Rawles | Jun 10

Vrix Gallano is a multi-talented social and mainstream media influencer who's not wasting his youth.

Trump Seeks Removal from a New Hampshire Lawsuit Challenging his Order on Transgender Athletes

Trump Seeks Removal from a New Hampshire Lawsuit Challenging his Order on Transgender Athletes

NEWS | By Holly Ramer | Jun 10

President Donald Trump's administration wants to be dropped from a lawsuit in which two New Hampshire teens are challenging their state's ban on transgender athletes in girls' sports and the president's executive order on the same topic.

Harvey Milk's Name is Ordered Erased from a Navy Ship and Dan Rather's Spot-On Response Goes Viral

Harvey Milk's Name is Ordered Erased from a Navy Ship and Dan Rather's Spot-On Response Goes Viral

NEWS | By Kilian Melloy | Jun 10

The full-court press to erase the names and contributions of minority servicemembers is ongoing, but the order to re-christen a Naval ship named for Harvey Milk drew a tart response from Dan Rather.

Judge Blocks Administration from Enforcing Anti-Diversity and Anti-Transgender Executive Orders

Judge Blocks Administration from Enforcing Anti-Diversity and Anti-Transgender Executive Orders

NEWS | By Janie Har | Jun 10

A federal judge in California has blocked the Trump administration from enforcing anti-diversity and anti-transgender executive orders in grant funding requirements that LGBTQ+ organizations say are unconstitutional.

News

Bucharest Gay Pride March Turns 20 as LGBTQ+ Romanians Face Growing Hostility from Right-Wing Groups

Bucharest Gay Pride March Turns 20 as LGBTQ+ Romanians Face Growing Hostility from Right-Wing Groups

NEWS | By Stephen McGrath and Andreea Alexandru | Jun 9

Tens of thousands of LGBTQ+ supporters took to the streets of Romania's capital Saturday for its annual gay pride parade, following a tense election cycle marked by an increase in hate speech against the community.

Culture

Doechii Uses BET Awards Win to Speak Out on Immigration Raids and Protest Crackdowns

Doechii Uses BET Awards Win to Speak Out on Immigration Raids and Protest Crackdowns

CULTURE | By Jonathan Landrum Jr. | Jun 10

Grammy winner Doechii turned her BET Awards moment into a powerful call for justice, highlighting immigration raids and protest crackdowns just miles from where the ceremony is taking place.

Pride

LA Pride Parade :: June 8, 2025

LA Pride Parade :: June 8, 2025

PRIDE | Jun 10

LA Pride Parade featured stunning ambassadors: Broadway heartthrob Andrew Rannells, queen of charisma Niecy Nash, and the always iconic TrinoxAdam. EDGE was there - check out the pics!

Nightlife

EDGE Now: Small Town Slay

EDGE Now: Small Town Slay

MEDIA | Jun 4

Pride's not just a party, darling—it's a whole map of magic! To kick off Pride Month, we're strutting into the spotlight with some of the most slept-on, sparkle-worthy Pride festivals across the U.S.