By Jakey 
Tuesday 10 November 2026 | TheGayUK.com
From a surprise coming-out announcement by music icon Alanis Morissette to a major British campaign supporting LGBTQ+ young people, today’s news brings together celebrity revelations, community activism and changing attitudes towards relationships. Meanwhile, an American city is expanding legal recognition for multi-partner relationships, and tennis legend Billie Jean King reflects on her extraordinary life at 82.
1. Alanis Morissette comes out as pansexual during podcast interview
Alanis Morissette has publicly identified as pansexual during an appearance on the Handsome podcast, surprising its hosts with a casual revelation about her sexuality.
The 52-year-old singer, best known for her hugely successful 1995 album Jagged Little Pill, was speaking with comedians Fortune Feimster, Tig Notaro and Mae Martin when the conversation turned to relationships and heartbreak.
Asked whether her experiences with men had ever made her consider relationships with women, Morissette responded: “I’m pansexual, so yeah.”
Notaro appeared surprised by the revelation, prompting Morissette to confirm that she was serious.
The singer joked that she preferred to leave such revelations until the end of an interview.
Pansexuality generally describes the potential for attraction to people regardless of their gender.
Morissette has been married to musician Mario Treadway, known professionally as Souleye, since 2010. The couple have three children.
Although Morissette has previously discussed exploring her sexuality, her comments represent a particularly explicit public identification as pansexual.
The interview was originally released on 3 November, with several entertainment publications reporting the revelation on 9 November. iHeart
Published: 9 November 2026
Read more: Alanis Morissette reveals she’s pansexual — Pride Source
2. Stephen Fry, Dannii Minogue and British stars support campaign for LGBTQ+ young people
A new campaign highlighting the challenges facing LGBTQ+ young people in Britain has attracted support from some of the country’s best-known entertainers and public figures.
The #DeserveBetter campaign, organised by Manchester-based LGBTQ+ youth charity The Proud Trust, is calling for greater understanding, safer spaces and improved support services.
Among those supporting the initiative are Stephen Fry, Dannii Minogue and former Olympic athlete Kelly Holmes.
Former England rugby international Heather Fisher and West End performer Rob Madge are also involved.
The Proud Trust says demand for its services increased significantly following the UK Supreme Court’s ruling in the For Women Scotland case.
According to the charity, referrals increased by 171% following the judgment.
The organisation also highlights research suggesting that almost half of LGBTQ+ pupils experience bullying because of their identity.
Its campaign aims to raise £36,500, equivalent to £100 for every day of the year, to support youth groups, individual support services, education and community programmes.
The charity argues that LGBTQ+ young people need access to appropriate support throughout the year, rather than only during Pride celebrations.
Regional coverage highlighting the celebrity involvement was published on 9 November. The Proud Trust’s official campaign page confirms the fundraising target and service-demand figures.
Published: 9 November 2026
Read more: The Proud Trust’s official #DeserveBetter campaign / https://birminghamexpress.co.uk/local/west-midlands-stars-back-lgbtq-youth-campaign-west-mids/
3. West Hollywood becomes latest US city to recognise polyamorous relationships
The Californian city of West Hollywood has approved legislation allowing relationships involving three or more consenting adults to receive formal recognition from local government.
The city’s council unanimously approved an ordinance on 2 November establishing a registration system for multi-partner domestic relationships.
The new system is designed to provide certain legal protections to people whose relationships fall outside traditional two-person partnerships.
Registered partners may benefit from protections relating to housing and access to loved ones in healthcare facilities or city detention centres.
The ordinance is scheduled to take effect on 2 December 2026.
However, the legislation does not create multi-person marriage or change California’s statewide marriage laws.
Supporters argue that existing legal structures often fail to recognise the realities of families and relationships involving more than two adults.
Critics have raised concerns about the implications for traditional definitions of family and marriage.
West Hollywood joins a growing number of American cities introducing protections for consensually non-monogamous relationships.
Other municipalities, including Seattle and several cities in Massachusetts and California, have introduced varying forms of legal recognition or anti-discrimination protection.
The development reflects a wider discussion about how relationship diversity should be recognised within existing legal frameworks.
The council decision occurred on 2 November, with LGBTQ+ publication Them reporting the development on 9 November. Them
Published: 9 November 2026
Read more: West Hollywood to recognise polyamorous relationships — Them
4. Billie Jean King, 82, reflects on coming out, equality and her biggest regret
Tennis legend and LGBTQ+ rights campaigner Billie Jean King has reflected on her remarkable career, her sexuality and the personal sacrifices she made while fighting for equality.
In a major interview published by The Guardian on Monday, the 82-year-old former world number one discussed her experiences as one of the most influential figures in women’s sport.
King was instrumental in campaigning for equal prize money for female tennis players and helped establish the Women’s Tennis Association in 1973.
Her famous victory over Bobby Riggs in the Battle of the Sexes exhibition match that same year became a defining moment in the campaign for greater recognition of women’s sport.
However, her public achievements came during a period when openly acknowledging her sexuality carried considerable personal and professional risks.
King was publicly outed in 1981 following a lawsuit brought by a former partner.
She subsequently became an influential advocate for LGBTQ+ equality, using her sporting prominence to challenge discrimination.
The new interview explores her experiences of coming out, her continuing commitment to equality and the regrets that remain despite her extraordinary achievements.
King also discusses graduating from college this year, demonstrating that her appetite for new challenges remains undiminished.
The interview offers a personal perspective on decades of changing attitudes towards women, sexuality and professional sport. The Guardian
Published: 9 November 2026
Read more: Billie Jean King at 82 — The Guardian interview
TheGayUK.com | LGBTQ+ News Roundup | 10 November 2026