I n late February, a group of budding radicals gathered in a bare-bones studio space in Brooklyn for a nervous first meeting. A far-right administration had taken power in Washington, D.C., just five weeks prior, immediately launching a nationwide assault on their community. Now, these 13 New Yorkers, default members …
Read More »12 Pride Month 2025 Collections from Brands We Can Actually Get Behind
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. Pride Month, as a summer-long celebration of diversity, acceptance and love, will continue on this year — though not without controversy. Within the past year or two, it …
Read More »Get the Lance Bass x Little Words Project Pride Bracelet Before It Goes 'Bye, Bye, Bye' in 48 Hours
It’s officially Pride Month, and brands around the globe are celebrating with limited-edition releases that support the LGBTQ+ community. While we’ve seen everything from rainbow flag apparel at Abercrombie & Fitch to tri-color socks at Bombas, our favorite collabs are the ones that actually give back, like Little Words Project. …
Read More »Cardi B and FKA Twigs Lead 2025 LadyLand Lineup
LadyLand is returning to Under the K Bridge in Brooklyn for Pride Weekend 2025. This year’s festival event, produced by Ladyfag and the Bowery Presents, will be headlined by Cardi B and FKA Twigs. Cardi B will headline on June 27 with additional performances from Alex Chapman, Armana Khan, Charlene, …
Read More »The Legacy of Saint Cecilia
W hen activist and artist Cecilia Gentili died in February at the age of 52, it was instantly apparent in New York City and on global social media how much she meant to the communities that called her Mother. Queer celebrities and grassroots organizers of all kinds had personal pictures …
Read More »Biden Pardons Thousands of Veterans Convicted for Being Gay
Wednesday is the ninth anniversary of Obergefell v. Hodges, the landmark Supreme Court decision that legalized same-sex marriage in the United States. In a decision commemorating the milestone, and a reminder to the nation of the ongoing efforts to safeguard the rights and civil liberties of LGBTQ+ Americans, President Joe …
Read More »'We Need Our Triumphs': Queer Comics Take Center Stage in New Netflix Doc 'Outstanding'
Page Hurwitz knows funny. The longtime director and producer has spent her two-decade career in Hollywood working on some of the biggest and boldest comedy productions and stand up sets from comics like Wanda Sykes, Tiffany Haddish, and Michelle Buteau. But over the years, she noticed a history playing out …
Read More »15 Lesbian and Queer Women-Owned Brands to Support During Pride (and All Year Long)
If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. Real talk: you know you’re going to get some rainbow gear for the Pride parade, those sunglasses for your upcoming trip to Bali, something to wear to your …
Read More »Kim Petras Reframes Meaning of 'Accept Yourself' in Touching Pride Message
Kim Petras is sharing some words of encouragement for her fellow trans fans and opening up about her gender journey as a teenager. On Monday, the star posted a “little pride [month] message” about self-acceptance. “‘Accept yourself’ was something doctors and psychologists would frequently tell me when I went to …
Read More »Kylie Minogue and Orville Peck Blend Country and Disco With 'Midnight Ride' Debut at Outloud Fest
Kylie Minogue closed out Outloud Fest at West Hollywood Pride Sunday night with a special guest — and a new song. The Australian pop icon brought out Orville Peck for the live debut of their new collaboration, “Midnight Ride,” out this Friday. The two thrilled the crowd with the country-meets-disco …
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