Wednesday, Apr 2, 2025

LGBTQ+ TOP STORIES Wednesday, Apr 2, 2025

'SNL' Star Marcello Hernández Riffs on Benson Boone – And Boone Approves

'SNL' Star Marcello Hernández Riffs on Benson Boone – And Boone Approves

Sexy singer Benson Boone is loving how "SNL" cast member Marcello Hernández reminded audiences of one of the sweatiest moments of the year so far.

by Kilian Melloy | Apr 1

A Perfect Siesta with Spanish Model Guille Choa
A Perfect Siesta with Spanish Model Guille Choa

by Timothy Rawles | Apr 1

The Hunger for This Hungarian is a Deep Craving
The Hunger for This Hungarian is a Deep Craving

by Timothy Rawles | Apr 1

Federal Prosecutors to Seek Death Penalty for Luigi Mangione in UnitedHealthcare CEO's Killing
Federal Prosecutors to Seek Death Penalty for Luigi Mangione in UnitedHealthcare CEO's Killing

by Michael R. Sisak and Alanna Durkin Richer | Apr 1
Protestors Descend on Gavin Newsom's Town to Push Back on His Comments about Trans People
Protestors Descend on Gavin Newsom's Town to Push Back on His Comments about Trans People

by Kilian Melloy | Apr 1

Madonna, Trans Model Alex Consani Lend Glamour to Fashion Show Fundraising Event
Madonna, Trans Model Alex Consani Lend Glamour to Fashion Show Fundraising Event

by Kilian Melloy | Apr 1

News

As Russia's Anti-Gay Crackdown Intensifies, A Prison Death, Worsening Persecution, and Defiance Follow
As Russia's Anti-Gay Crackdown Intensifies, A Prison Death, Worsening Persecution, and Defiance Follow

Russia's anti-gay crackdown has far outstripped the 2013 law that criminalized acknowledgement of, and open support for, LGBTQ+ people. A prison death and...

by Kilian Melloy | Apr 1

French Far-Right Leader Marie Le Pen, Now Barred from Seeking Office, Courted and Won Queer Voters
French Far-Right Leader Marie Le Pen, Now Barred from Seeking Office, Courted and Won Queer Voters

For years, Marine Le Pen stood at the gates of power – poised, relentless and rising. In one of her sharpest political maneuvers, she sought out the LGBTQ...

by Thomas Adamson | Apr 1

From Paper Fish to Flying Penguins, April Fools' Day is Sure to Bring Plenty of Practical Jokes
From Paper Fish to Flying Penguins, April Fools' Day is Sure to Bring Plenty of Practical Jokes

by Hallie Golden | Apr 1
Battle Over Trans Athletes' Participation in Girls Sports Comes to California Capitol
Battle Over Trans Athletes' Participation in Girls Sports Comes to California Capitol

by Sophie Austin | Apr 1
AP Photos: Under the New Trump Administration, Transgender Day of Visibility Had a Different Tone
AP Photos: Under the New Trump Administration, Transgender Day of Visibility Had a Different Tone

Apr 1

Culture

Music Review: Elton John and Brandi Carlile's Collaboration Deepens on 'Who Believes in Angels?'
Music Review: Elton John and Brandi Carlile's Collaboration Deepens on 'Who Believes in Angels?'

"Never Too Late" was shortlisted for the 2025 Oscars. It didn't win, but that's no matter. Now it is featured on an album's of collaborations between Elton John...

by Maria Sherman | Apr 1

Fortune Feimster Brings her 'Takin' Care of Biscuits Tour' to the Boch Center Wang Theatre in Boston
Fortune Feimster Brings her 'Takin' Care of Biscuits Tour' to the Boch Center Wang Theatre in Boston

Comedian Fortune Feimster will bring her "Takin' Care of Biscuits Tour" to the Boch Center Wang Theatre on Saturday, October 11, 2025.

Apr 1

Review: 'Dead Man's Cell Phone' Peppered with Humor, Asks Serious Questions
Review: 'Dead Man's Cell Phone' Peppered with Humor, Asks Serious Questions

by Will Demers | Apr 1

Vince Torres is the Spanish Gold You Want to Polish Often
Vince Torres is the Spanish Gold You Want to Polish Often

by Timothy Rawles | Apr 1

Paul Mescal, Barry Keoghan, Joseph Quinn, and Harris Dickinson to Star in 4 Biopics of The Beatles
Paul Mescal, Barry Keoghan, Joseph Quinn, and Harris Dickinson to Star in 4 Biopics of The Beatles

by Krysta Fauria | Apr 1

Pride

NYC Pride Unveils 2025 Theme: "Rise Up: Pride in Protest"
NYC Pride Unveils 2025 Theme: "Rise Up: Pride in Protest"

Marquee events will celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community and reflect on the Pride movement's roots in protest at Stonewall

Mar 21

OUTshine LGBTQ+ Film Festival Spring Edition Returns To South Florida April 17-May 4
OUTshine LGBTQ+ Film Festival Spring Edition Returns To South Florida April 17-May 4

Save the dates of April 17 – May 4 for the return of the OUTshine LGBTQ+ Film Festival spring edition!

Mar 18

Spring Taste of Northalsted Returns April 26,2025 with a Flavorful Celebration of Local Cuisine and Community
Spring Taste of Northalsted Returns April 26,2025 with a Flavorful Celebration of Local Cuisine and Community

Mar 17
National LGBTQ+ Museum Mobilizes New, Nationwide ACT-UP Movement to Fight U.S. Government's Life-Threatening, Unconstitutional Attacks
National LGBTQ+ Museum Mobilizes New, Nationwide ACT-UP Movement to Fight U.S. Government's Life-Threatening, Unconstitutional Attacks

Mar 17
A New Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill in Hungary Would Ban Pride Event and Allow Use of Facial Recognition Software
A New Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill in Hungary Would Ban Pride Event and Allow Use of Facial Recognition Software

by Justin Spike | Mar 17

Media

EDGE Now: Werk, Wander, Repeat
EDGE Now: Werk, Wander, Repeat

Ready to jet-set with some seriously fab queer travel influencers? Buckle up, babes, because this episode of EDGE Now is serving wanderlust and queer...

Mar 25

Closing Night @ Barracuda NYC :: March 23, 2025
Closing Night @ Barracuda NYC :: March 23, 2025

End of an Era, Honey! After 30 years of serving up legendary lewks, iconic performances, and more late-night shenanigans than we can count, Barracuda has...

by Wilsonmodels | Mar 25

Proudly yourse.l.f. Bobby Coyote: Watch Now!
Proudly yourse.l.f. Bobby Coyote: Watch Now!

Mar 19
EDGE Now: Sip, Slay, Vacay
EDGE Now: Sip, Slay, Vacay

Mar 12
Proudly yourse.l.f. Lisa Dempsey: Watch Now!
Proudly yourse.l.f. Lisa Dempsey: Watch Now!

Mar 12

EDGE RECOMMENDS

EDGE Now: Unstoppable Queer Black Icons

Legends, trailblazers, and icons–oh my! This Black History Month, we're giving flowers (and maybe a little glitter) to the queer Black pioneers who redefined history