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Barack Obama explains why he thinks all men need queer people in their lives

The former president appeared on Michelle Obama's podcast and shared his thoughts on why men should embrace the queer community rather than push them away.

A gay robot is roaming West Hollywood, dishing out compliments to strangers

This robot is Gay with a capital G, and the Trump crowd is NOT happy — but we are!

Lawmakers call out Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s ‘unconscionable’ apathy on eve of LGBTQ+ suicide hotline shutdown

“It’s heartbreaking, scary, and deeply harmful,” Kansas Rep. Sharice Davids, who said the Department of Health and Human Services should keep the program intact, told The Advocate.

Cooper Koch's Emmy nomination earned him a surprise prison call

The actor was nominated for an Emmy for his performance in Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez Story.

Drag Race's Xunami Muse moves to Panama—cites 'complicated' U.S. 'situation'

The beloved queen discussed her DACA status during RuPaul's Drag Race season 16.

Kevin Spacey demands release of Epstein files

The actor, who was accused of sexual misconduct in 2017 in a separate case, posted to X on Tuesday saying the truth about Epstein "can't come soon enough."

These hotlines are still available for LGBTQ+ youth after Trump kills 988 services

The Trump administration is cutting the 988 special service for LGBTQ+ youth, but there are still several existing lifelines for LGBTQ+ youth in crisis. Here are some.

Emmy 2025 nominations: LGBTQ+ nominees to root for

The 2025 Emmy nominations are here!

RuPaul breaks all-time Emmys record with 10th nomination for Reality TV Host

The RuPaul's Drag Race host once again made history at the Emmy Awards.

Celebrated queer poet Andrea Gibson dead at 49

Gibson was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2021.

Ellen DeGeneres shows unexpected support for Rosie O'Donnell in Trump feud

Plus, an overview of the Rosie O'Donnell vs. Ellen DeGeneres feud — or falling out — that has lasted for two decades.

Jim Obergefell fears same-sex marriage 'will be erased'

Jim Obergefell shares how his love story became the catalyst for one of the most pivotal civil rights victories in U.S. history.

Donald Trump wants to revoke Rosie O'Donnell's citizenship—she claps back

The comedian and actor swiftly responded.

Drag Race's Amanda Tori Meating reveals social media hiatus—here's why

The RuPaul's Drag Race season 16 star shared a statement to update her fans.

Tyler Perry's sexual assault suit: Everything to know

The media mogul is facing a $260 million lawsuit after being accused of sexual assault, but there's more to the story. Here's everything you need to know.

This gay grandpa was fined $16k for protesting trans youth suicides, and he would 'do it again'

James Lantz tells The Advocate about his arrest for gluing his hand to a Capitol railing while protesting trans youth suicides.

Remembering Jewel Thais-Williams: activist and owner of iconic L.A. nightclub

Her club was frequented by celebrities, but most importantly, it was a sanctuary for Black LGBTQ+ people.

San Francisco queen Hilary Rivers detained by ICE after asylum hearing

The drag performer is reportedly being held at an ICE detention center outside of Bakersfield.

Billie Jean King: Listen to transgender athletes

"Just listen to their stories. Listen – not tell them," says the tennis legend.

What trans and nonbinary people need to know about updating their passports and birth certificates

Trans and nonbinary people are able to update their passports with the sex marker that aligns with their gender identity as of June 17.