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  • Here’s some of the LGBT+ stars and icons who died in 2018

    Here’s some of the LGBT+ stars and icons who died in 2018

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    Storm Chasers presenter Joel Taylor

    25th January 2018

    The 38-year-old TV star was found dead in his cabin onboard the Royal Caribbean cruise ship, Harmony of the Seas. The ship was docked in San Juan, Puerto Rico when his body was discovered. A spokesperson for the cruise confirmed that a body had been discovered.

    Gossip site, TMZ has reported that a police official said the death “could be an overdose”.

    The spokesperson also said that Taylor was “consuming controlled substances”.

     

    First Wives Director , 74

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    5th March 2018

    The director of camp classic First Wives Club and the first Police Academy film died at the age of 74.

    First Wives Club starred gay icon, Bette Midler, Goldie Hawn and Diane Keaton and has since become a cult classic amongst the gay community.

    MASH actor David Stiers, 75

    5th March 2018

    David was an American actor, most famous for his role in MASH.

    Pop Singer Timmy Matley, 36

    11th April 2018

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    Out singer, Timmy Matley died, at the age of 36, after falling to his death in London. A statement from the band said that the remaining band members, Lachie, Darren, Mark and Mike, were “heartbroken”.

    LGBT Rights Lawyer David S Buckley

    16th April 2018

    David S Buckley set himself a light in Brooklyn, New York, in an apparent protest suicide. His suicide note said, “I am David Buckel and I just killed myself by fire as a protest suicide,” read a handwritten suicide note, according to the New York Daily News. “I apologize to you for the mess.”

    TV Presenter Dale Winton, 62

    19th April 2018

    The TV presenter, Dale Winton  died from natural causes at the age of 62. He had recently returned to our small screens on his show, Dale Winton’s Florida Fly Drive.

    Dale Winton is probably most famous for his stint as a daytime telly presenter. The programme, Dale’s Supermarket Sweep catapulted him to fame in the early to mid-1990s. The show ran from 1993 to 2007. After the programme ended he also presented, In It To Win It and Hole in The Wall. He’s also worked in radio and has appeared in various charity TV shows.

    DJ Avicii, 28

    20th April 2018

    The 28-year-old Swedish-born producer, who worked with the likes of Madonna, Rita Ora and Leona Lewis died in Oman, his publicist, Diana Baron told the press.

    In a statement, Baron said, “The family is devastated and we ask everyone to please respect their need for privacy in this difficult time.”

    Avicii’s anthems include “Wake Me Up”, “Hey Brother”, and most recently, “Lonely Together” with Rita Ora.

    Hollywood Legend, Tab Hunter

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    9th July 2018

    The iconic actor Tab Hunter died aged 86, but he did share a heartwarming message with us.

    In 2015 we interviewed the director of a documentary film about Tab’s life as a Hollywood star, we were fortunate enough to speak to the man himself who gave the following piece of coming out advice.

     

    Model, Zombie Boy, 32

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    3rd August 2018

    Rick Genest, known professionally as Zombie Boy died at the age of 32. He was found just days before what would have been his 33rd birthday.

    Most notably he starred in Lady Gaga’s music video for the LGBT+ anthem, ‘Born This Way’ in 2011. He was found deceased at his home in Montreal, Canada.

    Musical legend, Aretha Franklin, 76

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    16th Augsut 2018

    The icon Aretha Franklin died, she was 76-years-old. It was reported a few days ago that she was “gravely ill”. The cause of her death is reportedly advanced pancreatic cancer.

    The singer who rose to fame during the 60s has had an enduring career that lasted well into her 70s. She is most famous for singing, “Respect”, “Say A Little Prayer” and “Natural Woman”.

    Dancer, actor and mime artist Lindsay Kemp

    25th August 2018

    HIV Campaigner and Advocate Jacob Alexander , 25

    29th October 2018

    Jacob Alexander an immerging designer, a former student at the University of the Arts London and HIV campaigner has died at the age of 25. It is believed he ended his own life, according to PinkNews. He was just 25.

    June Whitfield

    27th December 2018

    June was most famous for her roles on the 70’s sitcom June and Terry and later as the mother in Ab Fab, she delighted audiences with her quick onliners and impeccable timing.

    Her careers spanned seven decades and she appeared in over 1300 radio and television shows.

  • Is Stephen Mulhern Married?

    Is Stephen Mulhern Married?

    He’s the popular host of Catchphrase, but what else do we know about the ever youthful-looking Stephen Mulhern?

    Is Stephen Mulhern Married?

    Is Stephen Mulhern married?

    At the moment, it seems as though Stephen Mulhern is not married. There were rumours circulating that he was dating or could be getting hitched to actor Emma Barton in the past. However it was reported that the couple split in 2017.

    Is Stephen Mulhern gay or bisexual?

    Stephen has never publicly addressed his sexuality. So we can’t say for certain whether he is gay or not. There are, of course, the same with many public figures, rumours surrounding his private life, however, he’s never publicly acknowledged if he is gay or not.

     

    Is Stephen Mulhern gay?

    What is Stephen Mulhern’s net worth?

    Some estimates have Mulhern’s net-worth at $3 million (around £2.3 million). These are website estimates and aren’t verfied, however his body of work would suggest that he could be worth more.

    Before he started his lucrative career as a TV presenter, the performer was first discovered doing magic tricks in Butlins, a holiday camp in the UK. He was offered a slot on the Royal Variety Show. The rest as they say is history.

    He began presenting on TV back in 1998 on an ITV show called CITV. Then he has been in work steadily ever since, his most recent presenting jobs include Catchphrase and Britain’s Got More Talent.

  • Is Josh Widdicombe gay?

    Josh Widdicombe is probably best known for his comedy, but what else do we know about the stand up comedian?

    Is Josh Widdicombe gay?

    London-born Josh has never come out as gay or bisexual and he is usually private about his love life and family life, however it was revealed on a TV show, Jon Richardson: Ultimate Worrier, that Josh does have one child.

    The former Guardian journalist is very quiet about the age and sex of his child.

    Although it’s not known who the mother is.

    Is Josh Widdicombe married?

    It’s not known if Josh Widdicombe is married or not.

     

  • Is Harry Hill gay?

    He’s the voice of You’ve Been Framed, but what else do we know about the comedian?

    Is Harry Hill gay?

    Harry Hill is probably most famous for his starchy white, high collared shirts and his trademark black blazer, but some people want to know whether the comedian is married. He’s starred in a number of TV shows, most notably, Harry Hill’s TV Burp and You’ve Been Framed, which he has been presenting since 2004.

    Is Harry Hill Married?

    As it turns out, Harry Hill is indeed married. He’s partnered with Magda Archer. The pair got hitched in 1996. Together they have three children, three daughters called Killy, Winifred and Frederica. All three daughters were born in London, in the borough of Kensington and Chelsea.

    The couple married in Wandsworth in 1996. Magda is an artist.

    Is Harry Hill gay?

    No, Harry Hill isn’t gay nor has he ever publicly identified as bisexual. He is married to a woman called Magda Archer. They were wed in London in 1996 and together have three daughters.

  • Thinking of getting your lips filled? Check this advice out first before you go under the needle

    I’m not happy Maurice…

    Guys all over are getting their lips filled … but there are eight things you need to be aware of before getting your pillows plumped.

    Worryingly, anyone can buy hyaluronic acid gel and inject it into someone’s lips.

    This is because there are no laws in the UK that regulate people who carry out non-surgical cosmetic procedures, such as lip fillers. The Professional Standards Authority runs a Government-backed programme called Accredited Registers which lists trusty professionals that treat their patients safely.

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    1. We suggest everyone always chooses a safe practitioner from one of our Accredited Registers – http://www.professionalstandards.org.uk/find-practitioners/practitioner/non-surgical-cosmetic-practitioners 

    2. Professionals should ask questions like the patients’ age, full medical history and discuss all risks before agreeing on an injection.

    3. Nobody should pressure a patient into having lip fillers done there and then. Patients need time before making a decision.

    4. Ask for copies of before and after photographs. It’s a good idea to have photos of the patients smiling and frowning, too.

    5. Patients should note down which hyaluronic acid product is being used for their lip fillers as well as the clinician’s name.

    6. Patients should ask to see the product before. Ask the person giving the lip fillers to show them the hyaluronic acid in its unopened packaging, before injection.

    7. There should be no problems in booking a follow-up and asking about the treatment or any complications if they occur.

    8. Never agree to have lip fillers done at homes, at ‘parties’ or exhibitions, or in places that aren’t clean & clinical.

  • The mother of Martyn Hett is calling for the government to make bag searches mandatory

    The mother of Martyn Hett is calling for the government to make bag searches mandatory

    Bag searches and metal detectors should be mandatory at big venues across the country.

    The mother of Martyn Hett, who was tragically killed in a terrorist attack in Manchester is calling on the government to enact a law that would make bag searches and metal detectors mandatory at the enterances of concert halls, arenas and stadiums across the country.

    Figen Murray who is Martyn’s mother says that she recently went to a concert and was shocked to find that nobody checked her tickets or bags. She writes, “Some places do checks, some have metal detectors, some open doors at the interval for smokers, but then anyone can walk in from the street.”

    Ms Murray has started an online petition calling for metal detectors, bag searches and obligatory safety measures for big public venues. A move which she says should be standardised. She is hoping the law would be called “Martyn’s Law”.

    Martyn Hett was one of 22 people killed when a suicide bomber blew himself up at the Manchester Arena in 2017. Martyn was leaving the venue as the killer was entering the building.

    The petition will run until June 2019.

  • Santa is black and gay according to a this enlightened kids’ book

    Santa is black and gay according to a this enlightened kids’ book

    Now that’s diversity.

    An author has published a festive children’s book called Santa’s Husband where Santa appears as a person of colour and in a gay relationship.

    Daniel Kibblesmith who is a former writer for The Late Show With Stephen Colbert announced the book back in 2017 and it upends everything you thought you knew about Santa Claus.

    Gone is Mrs Claus and gone is the traditional Caucasian look associated with Father Christmas. Instead, Daniel said that he wanted his children to believe that Santa is black and gay.

    In a Tweet, back in 2017, the writer said, “Me & @JenAshleyWright have decided our future child will only know about Black Santa. If they see a white one we’ll say “That’s his husband”

    The characters in Santa’s Husband have been delightfully brought to life with the amazing illustrations by Ap Quach.

    According to the publishers “In this witty and sweet illustrated Christmas tale, humour writer Daniel Kibblesmith introduces us to Mr and Mr Claus and gives us a glimpse of their lives together. We see the Clauses sitting by the fire at their cosy North Pole home, vacationing at the beach, having an occasional disagreement, celebrating their wedding day, and comforting each other when some loudmouth people on television angrily dispute Santa’s appearance and lifestyle.”

    The new book has been heralded as “enlightened” by Edge and the “the perfect gift for your racist/homophobic uncle” according to World Of Wonder.

    Amazing!

    The book is out now and available on Amazon

  • Awards company owned by LGBT+ media mogul goes into liquidation

    An awards company which was owned by LGBT media mogul Linda Riley has gone into voluntary liquidation.

    A company for which Linda Riley was listed as a director has fallen into liquidation. Global Diversity Awards Limited, previously known as Global Diversity Award Limited was put into liquidation in September 2018. It appointed Yiannis Koumettou as its liquidator.

    It had according to its Statement of Affairs posted at Companies House, just £387.00 in assets but apparently owes HMRC over £130,000.

    Private Eye notes that the company went into voluntary liquidation owing £265,000.

    Ms Riley has numerous appointments listed on companies house. One of the most recent appointments for a similarly named company called Global Diversity Agency Ltd. Her role as director of that firm was confirmed on the 9th April 2018.

     

     

     

     

  • Why has the TSA stopped Queer Eye star Tan France 3 times over the last week?

    Why has the TSA stopped Queer Eye star Tan France 3 times over the last week?

    Queer Eye star Tan France says he’s been stopped by airport security three times this week.

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    British born Queer Eye star, Tan France says he’s been stopped three times this week by airport security in the US.

    “I’m brown but that does NOT mean I’m a damn security risk”

    When he asked security staff at one airport why he was constantly being pulled over, he was told he was on a watch list.

    https://twitter.com/tanfrance/status/1072958819515289600

    Earlier this week the QE star tweeted, “I’ve been put through extra security checks 3 times this week, and was just told by a TSA agent it’s because my name is on a list,

    “WTF? I’m brown but that does NOT mean I’m a damn security risk!!!”

    Tan was born in the UK, his parents were born in Pakistan. He also identifies as a Muslim.

    “Humiliated”

    He posted to Instagram, “I’ve just gone through security at the airport, it took me over two hours. And this is now the third time this week,”

    “What happens is when you’re checking in, they tell you that you can’t use your pre-check because there’s a security issue.

    “At that point they take you out of line, and then they search you, and they give you a pat down—which is humiliating—where they check everything.”

    “I’m being Profiled”

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    “so I can tag TSA and hopefully they’ll see this at some point and figure out why the fuck they’re treating me like this.”

    “Because I know the answer. I know why I’m being profiled.”

    The TSA replied with a standard  reply, saying that they were “sorry to hear” of Tan’s experience. They added, “We’re sorry to hear this. DHS TRIP can provide resolution to travelers with difficulties getting through security and inspection at airport checkpoints”.

  • What if all your favourite Christmas movies were Scottish?

    Well, thanks to BBC Scotland you can now get a glimpse of what your seasonal favourites would be like if they were Scottish.

    BBC Scotland just uploading a hilarious post on Twitter where they revoiced famous scenes from some of the world’s most enduring and favourite Christmas movies.

    Films like Home Alone, White Christmas and Nightmare Before Christmas were all redubbed with Scottish voices, using some very interesting Scottish words instead of the original scripts.

    In the reinvision version of Home Alone, Kevin is repeatedly called a “Dobber” which is a term for a dick according to Urban Dictionary. In the classic White Christmas the Bing Crosby and Vera-Ellen are redubbed to sing “I’m dreading it’s a shi*te Christmas”, instead of the original, “I’m dreaming of a White Christmas”.

    While Jack the Pumpkin King from Nightmare Before Christmas sang “I’m Pished, I’m Pished ah farted and it stunk” instead of “What’s this, what’s this!”

    Watch the clips below

     

  • RuPaul drag queens are coming to Edinburgh and this is how you can see them

    RuPaul drag queens are coming to Edinburgh and this is how you can see them

    Asia O’Hara, Detox, Eureka O’hara, Kameron Michaels, Kim Chi, Monét X Change, Naomi Smalls, Sharon Needles  Violet Chachki and Michelle Visage are all coming to Edinburgh in 2019 here’s where you can get tickets.

    RuPaul’s Drag Race ‘Werq The World Tour’ is returning to Edinburgh in 2019 with its biggest UK show ever. The tour which showcases some of the best stars from the hit TV series will play Manchester’s O2 Apollo Manchester on the 9th May 2019.

    BOOK TICKETS TO SEE WERQ THE WORLD in Edinburgh

    Produced by Voss Events, Drag Race producers World of Wonder and VH1, the all-new production follows a team of intergalactic queens including Aquaria, Asia O’Hara, Detox, Eureka O’Hara, Kameron Michaels, Kim Chi, Monét X Change, Naomi Smalls, Sharon Needles and Violet Chachki on their mission to the sun to save our solar system from a dark entity intent on harnessing its power.

    Mission leader Michelle Visage guides the audience through the universe for a dynamic display of the wonders held by each planet and its regal sovereign.

    Tickets go on sale December 19 (pre-sale begins December 17), just in time for the holidays.

    “This is the biggest, most elaborate production we have ever created,” says an exuberant Brandon Voss, the show’s producer.

    “The music, sets, fashion, choreography and lighting are all a cosmic feast for the senses. Audiences will be in awe as their favourite queens come together on some incredible numbers.”

    “Werq the World is the official Drag Race tour for a reason,” continues Visage. “The show has always been a theatrical production of the highest calibre but in 2019, we’re stepping it up into the stratosphere. This show is going to leave fans gagging and I’m not afraid to say that my performance, in particular, will give you life.”

    Voss Events is a leading production company that consistently delivers superior entertainment programming. Past events have featured stars such as Lady Gaga and Cher.

    The queens will be coming to Belfast, Birmingham, Manchester, London, Bristol, Glasgow and Sunderland.

    The WERQ THE WORLD TOUR will travel major cities in Europe, Asia, Australia, North and Latin America in 2019. To book tickets for the Edinburgh date click here