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From Outlaw to Icon: Bambi on Trans Survival, Fame, JK Rowling and the Fight That Isn't Over

From Outlaw to Icon: Bambi on Trans Survival, Fame, JK Rowling and the Fight That Isn't Over

CULTURE | By Thomas Adamson | May 22

Decades before transgender became a household word and "RuPaul's Drag Race" became a worldwide hit there was Bambi, the Parisian icon who danced for Hollywood.

Stars Convene for amfAR Gala to Raise Millions for AIDS Research

Stars Convene for amfAR Gala to Raise Millions for AIDS Research

CULTURE | By Louise Dixon | May 22

Held at the famous Hotel Du Cap-Eden-Roc in Antibes on Thursday, the evening attracted scores of celebrities in the area for the Cannes Film Festival. Guests included Colman Domingo, Michelle Rodriguez, Lauren Sanchez, and Heidi Klum.

Movie Review: 'Pee-wee as Himself' Unmasks Paul Reubens

Movie Review: 'Pee-wee as Himself' Unmasks Paul Reubens

CULTURE | By Jake Coyle | May 22

In Matt Wolf's "Pee-wee as Himself" — as wonderful as much of the archival stuff is — nothing is more compelling than when Paul Reubens is simply himself.

Hate Groups in the US Decline but Their Influence Grows, Report Shows

Hate Groups in the US Decline but Their Influence Grows, Report Shows

NEWS | By Terry Tang | May 22

The number of hate groups around the U.S. dropped slightly in 2024, not because of any shrinking influence but rather the opposite: Racist and anti-LGTBQ+ narratives are becoming the norm.

There's Plenty of Eye Candy on Prime Video's Binge-Worthy 'Etoile'

There's Plenty of Eye Candy on Prime Video's Binge-Worthy 'Etoile'

CULTURE | By Frank J. Avella | May 22

This may be the perfect weekend to binge "Etoile," Amazon Prime Video's entertaining look into the rarified world of ballet. Amongst its pleasures is abundant eye candy. Here's a look at the actors.

The 'Senate Twink' Offers a Rationale: I Was Bored!

The 'Senate Twink' Offers a Rationale: I Was Bored!

NEWS | By Kilian Melloy | May 22

So-called "Senate Twink" Aidan Maese-Czeropski offered a glimpse into the thinking behind having sex in an official government conference room: He was "bored out of my f—king mind," he said.

JoJo Siwa, Chris Hughes Looking More and More Like a Couple

JoJo Siwa, Chris Hughes Looking More and More Like a Couple

CULTURE | By Kilian Melloy | May 22

JoJo Siwa's birthday celebration photos, posted to social media, show fun times, cupcakes... and "Big Brother" cast mate Chris Hughes with his hand on her thigh.

Luke Evans and Fran Tomas Serve Up the Sizzle with Skimpy Summer Looks

Luke Evans and Fran Tomas Serve Up the Sizzle with Skimpy Summer Looks

CULTURE | By Kilian Melloy | May 22

Out Welsh actor Luke Evans and his boyfriend, Fran Tomas, showed off their fruitful partnership — and their ripped physiques — in a smoking hot photo advertising their brand, BDXY Studio.

Pangina Heals Shows Feet and Much More

Pangina Heals Shows Feet and Much More

CULTURE | By Andrea Marks Joseph | May 22

We love a generous queen! Not everyone shows feet for free, and gorgeous Pangina Heals shared this revealing thirst trap.

X Marks the Spot with Matheus Reis' Leather Covers

X Marks the Spot with Matheus Reis' Leather Covers

CULTURE | By Andrea Marks Joseph | May 22

X marks the spot of our attention on this captivating thirst trap from model Matheus Reis.

News

Bambi: The One Before the Words Caught Up

Bambi: The One Before the Words Caught Up

NEWS | By Thomas Adamson | May 22

Decades before transgender became a household word and "RuPaul's Drag Race" became a worldwide hit — before visibility brought rights and recognition — the Carrousel troupe in the late 1940s emerged as a glamorous, audacious resistance.

Culture

At the Lyric Stage, Aimee Doherty Wants to Make Dolly Her Own

At the Lyric Stage, Aimee Doherty Wants to Make Dolly Her Own

CULTURE | By Robert Nesti | May 22

Boston actress Aimee Doherty takes on the legendary role of Dolly Levi at the Lyric Stage Boston. It has been played by any number of great female stars over "Hello, Dolly!'s" long history, but in this intimate version, she wants to her own spin on it.

Nightlife

EDGE Now: Queer Splash Zone

EDGE Now: Queer Splash Zone

MEDIA | May 21

Suns out, buns out! We're serving speedo realness and cannonballing straight into pool party season, babes! From coast to coast, we've got the juiciest, queerest, most extra pool parties of the summer!