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Miami Herald
4 hours ago
- Miami Herald
From coast to coast: LGBTQ-friendly places to visit this summer
From coast to coast: LGBTQ-friendly places to visit this summer It's nearly summer, which means vacation time for many LGBTQ+ Americans. But where are LGBTQ+ vacationers heading? From beach towns to big cities, News Is Out shares some of the top LGBTQ+-friendly destinations this summer. Provincetown, MA Often considered the ultimate gay beach town, Provincetown's population grows from around 3,500 to 60,000 during the summer months. This coastal town has been courting LGBTQ+ visitors for decades, and offers popular events like Bear Week, Girl Splash, LGBTQ+ Families Week, and more. While accommodations book up months in advance, visitors might still be able to score some last-minute deals. A stop by Atlantic House, one of the nation's oldest operating gay bars, is a must. Rehoboth Beach, DE Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, has long been a favorite LGBTQ+ vacation spot on the East Coast. With its charming boardwalk, inclusive atmosphere, and lively mix of LGBTQ+-owned and friendly restaurants, bars, and shops, it's a welcoming destination for queer travelers looking for sun, community, and coastal fun. Check out CAMP Rehoboth's popular Women's Fest and Summer Solstice – The Ultimate White Party when planning a trip. Fire Island, NY This iconic destination about two and a half hours by car or train from New York City offers beach culture mixed with a party atmosphere and a strong queer community. The island is divided into several communities, the most popular being Cherry Grove and The Pines. Vacation rental houses are available for those planning longer trips, while hotels right in the mix of the party scene are also available. Houses tend to book out months, if not years, in advance, but many guests make weekend trips via the Fire Island Ferry and stay in one of the island's many hotels. Ferries depart from three locations, with hourly options during peak times. Palm Springs, CA About a two-hour drive west of Los Angeles, Palm Springs is one of the most LGBTQ+-friendly resort towns in the U.S. Once a bastion for Hollywood's biggest stars, Palm Springs combines a relaxing desert atmosphere and mid-century charm with an LGBTQ+ welcoming vibe. In 2017, the city made headlines for having the country's first all LGBTQ+ city council. Queer parties happen year round in Palm Springs, and while summer isn't peak tourist season (temperatures can top 109 degrees June-August), this town has its share of luxury resorts and a strong pool culture to cool things down. Fans of RuPaul's Drag Race won't want to miss a stop by for a drink at The Trixie Motel, renovated and owned by drag superstar Trixie Mattel. Key West, FL Famous for its laid-back, anything-goes attitude, Key West is home to drag shows, Pride events and a strong queer tourism economy. Once home to icons like Tennessee Williams and Gore Vidal, it grew into a haven for LGBTQ+ artists, writers, and travelers starting in the mid-20th century. By the '70s, the island had fully embraced its queer identity, becoming one of the country's most welcoming and affirming destinations. Today, events like Pride and Fantasy Fest keep that spirit alive. Head over to the 700 block of Duval Street, where rainbow crosswalks beckon and several LGBTQ+-owned establishments are located. Douglas and Saugatuck, Michigan On the coast of Lake Michigan, guests will find two LGBTQ+-friendly towns that come to life in the summer months. Douglas and Saugatuck are twin cities of a sort; these towns have welcomed LGBTQ+ visitors since the '50s. In Douglas, the famous Dunes Resort, has welcomed primarily gay and queer men since 1981. In Saugatuck, art galleries and LGBTQ+-owned businesses line the streets and visitors can even catch a show at the Mason Street Warehouse. San Diego, California San Diego has quietly become one of the most LGBTQ+-friendly vacation spots in the U.S., offering a mix of coastal charm, vibrant nightlife, and inclusive spaces. The Hillcrest neighborhood is the heart of queer San Diego, full of bars, cafes, and shops that cater to the community, including Gossip Grill. From beach days at Black's Beach (a clothing-optional beach popular with locals) to catching a performance at Diversionary Theatre, San Diego delivers a culturally rich, welcoming vibe. Portland, Oregon The Rose City is in bloom during the summer, as is the LGBTQ+ scene in this Pacific Northwest city. Portland has multiple LGBTQ+ bars but is so queer and trans-friendly that most places offer an enthusiastic LGBTQ+ welcoming atmosphere. Sporty queers will want to check out the Portland Thorns soccer team, stop by the queer-owned Sports Bra for snacks and drinks, and look into WNBA tickets for the Portland expansion team debuting in 2026. Don't miss a show at the famous Darcelle XV, which in 2020 became the first LGBTQ+ business in Oregon to receive designation as a national historic site. On any given night, visitors will find something queer-themed to do in Portland. This story was produced by News Is Out and reviewed and distributed by Stacker. © Stacker Media, LLC.
Yahoo
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Bimini gives Rolling Stone UK their rundown of top queer artists for Pride Month
Happy Pride Month from all of us at Rolling Stone UK! We've decided to mark the occasion by handing our platform over to Bimini. We all know them as the breakout star of RuPaul's Drag Race, but it goes without saying they've done so much more since then, including a successful foray into music which included 2023's When The Party Ends EP. So, to mark Pride, who better than to guide us through some of the UK's leading Queer musical artists? Over to you, Bimini! Big Wett doesn't just push boundaries, they show up with a wrecking ball and smash the entire binary. From the moment they hit the scene it was clear this wasn't pop as usual. This was sweaty, sex-positive, femme-fronted rebellion with a bassline. Big Wett makes music that sounds like a chaotic night out where you end up on someone's shoulders, lipstick smeared, screaming the lyrics with your top half off and your whole heart out. It's a full-body experience filthy in the best way but underpinned by a cheeky, clever sensibility that flips the male gaze on its head. They've taken this deliciously dirty DIY pop energy and turned it into a movement one that says sexuality can be absurd, loud, joyful, and political. Big Wett isn't just performing they're liberating the dancefloor one horny, glorious track at a time. Kiimi exists in that sweet, rare space where technical brilliance meets emotional depth. They're a classically trained musician who traded scores for synths and thank the rave gods they did. There's something almost celestial about the way they build tracks glitchy, haunting, cinematic, then suddenly plunging into pulsating, chest-rattling drops that feel like therapy through BPM. Their sound is duality delicate and destructive. It makes you want to throw your head back and sob under a strobe light. But it's more than just music it's healing architecture. And as a non-binary producer in a space that's long been hyper-masculine and gatekept, Kiimi is quietly but radically reshaping who gets to make the noise and what that noise can say. Artful, emotive, and defiantly expansive. What Rebecca Black has done is nothing short of cultural reclamation. She went from being the internet's punchline to becoming a defiant queer icon, and not through apology or rebranding, but by owning the chaos and flipping the script. Her hyperpop renaissance isn't just catchy it's cathartic. It screams 'You thought you knew me? Watch this.' Her vocals have matured into something wild and elastic, dancing across glitchy production with a kind of empowered theatricality that gives shades of Charli XCX, but with a revenge-arc edge. And let's not forget this is someone who was dragged globally at 13. Now she's dropping bangers in latex, collaborating with queers across the genre, and proving that resilience can be art. This isn't a story about just surviving, bitch she thrived. That's punk. I. JORDAN's music doesn't ask for permission it grabs your hand and drags you to the dancefloor. Their sound is urgent, sweaty, bright and explosive, like being chased through a neon maze of joy and rage. But beneath the rave chaos, there's precision. You can feel the structure the tension and release, the political bite buried under euphoric highs. They remixed mine and ABSOLUTE. tune Keep On Dancing and injected it with this turbo-charged queer stamina that makes you want to march, scream, kiss, and spin all at once. And culturally? I. JORDAN is walking the talk. Their openness about identity, their refusal to box themselves in, and their commitment to accessibility in dance spaces is as much a part of the work as the beats themselves. This is music as resistance raw, radical, and real. Before most people knew the term 'queer techno revival,' ABSOLUTE. was already leading the charge. Their journey from underground London clubs to international festival stages has been built on pure vision, community power, and that unmistakable sixth sense behind the decks. When ABSOLUTE. plays it's not just a DJ set it's a sermon in sweat, ecstasy, and queer transcendence. There's an emotional arc to their sound hard yet hopeful, relentless yet healing. And just when you think they've peaked they surprise you. Their project Night Maneuvers with Dot Major? That's them again pushing forward blending club euphoria with live performance in a way that reimagines what rave culture can look and feel like. They aren't just serving beats they're curating emotional awakenings. Queer liberation but make it four to the floor. Geo Jordan is what happens when soul, identity, and production collide in all the right ways. Their work doesn't just sound good it feels important. Geo's sonic world is tender but tough, rooted in R&B and electronic textures, but pushed into something altogether more fluid and futuristic. Their new music (which I am lucky enough to have HEARD before it's released) It's genreless in the most beautiful way. Their voice floats over minimalist beats like a balm soft, aching, purposeful. But it's not just about the sound it's the message. Geo is creating space for trans joy, trans grief, and everything in between. Their art isn't performance it's a practice. They're not just making music they're making room for people to feel seen. In an industry that still sidelines Black queer voices, Geo is offering something rare vulnerability that doesn't beg for approval, but demands to be heard. Jaguar – has always had that presence that makes you lean in. For years she was the tastemaker and gatekeeper of the underground, championing queer talent, Black excellence, and femme-forward dance music on BBC Introducing and beyond. She curated the soundtrack for our sweaty late-night liberation before most people even knew her name. But now she is flipping the mic on herself and thank God for that. Her move into releasing her own music feels less like a pivot and more like an ascension. It gives range, rage, and renaissance. Her voice cuts through you. It is soul and steel all at once. One moment you are dancing and the next you are spiralling about your ex. Jaguar does not just sing she channels. Her sound holds space for softness and strength, emotion and euphoria, and the result is a beautifully femme, powerfully queer spiritual experience in club form. The scene is better because she is in it and now that she is on the mic too there is no stopping her. She is a true force and we are lucky to witness the glow up and the takeover. Bentley isn't writing breakup songs he's scoring full pop operas of emotional destruction and post-heartache glamour. Think if Robyn made out with Troye Sivan in the bathroom of a glitter-covered gay club at 3am that's the vibe. His voice glides across tracks with this perfect mix of heartbreak and hedonism, sadness and sass. He's taken what could have been trauma and turned it into a disco ball. Bentley is unapologetically pop but make it flesh and blood pop. And in a time where queer male artists are still often boxed into clichés, Bentley's showing you can be emotional and extra, damaged and divine. His songs don't just slap they validate. Heartbreak has never sounded so anthemic or looked so good in thigh-high boots.
Daily Mirror
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Katherine Ryan 'honoured' as she lands massive Real Housewives role
Katherine Ryan has landed a huge part in the upcoming Real Housewives of London, and fans couldn't contain their excitement once the news was made public Comedian and TV star Katherine Ryan has landed a major new gig, and it's sending Real Housewives fans into a frenzy. The award-winning comic has been announced as the host of The Real Housewives of London reunion special by Hayu in an Instagram post. The streaming service shared a photo of Ryan confidently walking across a London crosswalk while surrounded by Buckingham Palace guards, with the caption: "It's time for us to answer the call for who is hosting the #RHOLDN say hello to Katherine Ryan." Ryan, 41, couldn't contain her excitement and called the new role a dream come true. In a statement, she said: " Pinch me and tell me this is real! As a mega-fan of The Real Housewives franchise – and of Hayu – I can't wait to get Juliet, Amanda, Karen, Juliet, Panthea and Nessie into the hot seats at the end of the season. "Hosting The Real Housewives of London reunion show is a dream opportunity for me – and I'm honoured to be trusted to represent the fans and to bring a female perspective to analysing all the emotions, arguments, twists and revelations!" Fans were quick to share their joy online, with RuPaul's Drag Race legend Bimini Bon Boulash leading the charge, gushing: "SHUT THE FRONT DOOR." Another fan declared: "This is iconic!!" A third chimed in with: "This is the best news I've heard all 2025!!!" and a fourth exclaimed: "Screaming!!!! This is everything and more!!!!" The Real Housewives of London is the latest international edition of the long-running US franchise, which is famous for capturing the drama that goes on behind the scenes in the lives of the wealthy and glamorous. The series is slated to premiere later this year on Hayu, and features six London-based socialites: Ladies of London alum Juliet Angus, model-turned-beauty-entrepreneur Amanda Cronin, Real Housewives of Jersey star Karen Loderick-Peace, philanthropist Juliet Mayhew, Iranian-born housewife Panthea Parker, and Bake Off: The Professionals contestant Nessie Welschinger. Filming kicked off in March, and producers have promised viewers heaps of drama, all set against the backdrop of one of the world 's most iconic cities. In an announcement made by Hayu in May, the streaming platform teased: "Whether hosting lavish dinners, escaping to a Scottish castle, or rebuilding bonds over bottles of champagne, they're all navigating life, legacy and loyalty "With big personalities, deep histories and no shortage of designer drama the path to connection is never simple - but it's always captivating. London's these six ladies have answered." Ryan herself is no stranger to the world of television, as she recently joined the judging panel for Canada's Got Talent. She also regularly tours the UK and beyond with her acclaimed stand-up show Battleaxe. Alongside these endeavours, Ryan hosts the hit podcasts Telling Everybody Everything and What's My Age Again?
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Alan Cumming would be the 4th person to repeat in Best Reality Host: See fresh Emmy odds
To date, Jeff Probst (Survivor), Jane Lynch (Hollywood Game Night), and RuPaul Charles (RuPaul's Drag Race) are the only people to win the Best Reality Host Emmy at least twice in a row. But a fourth contender could soon be joining their esteemed list. Alan Cumming (The Traitors) is the clear frontrunner in Gold Derby's predictions to claim his second consecutive host trophy. He also won as a producer last year when The Traitors prevailed for Best Competition Program. Cumming plays a heightened version of himself on Peacock's reality TV show, someone who oozes camp and gets excited every time a murder takes place inside his luxurious Scottish castle. Could The Traitors exist in a world without Cumming? Yes. But it wouldn't be nearly as fun. In addition to his two Emmys, the performer is also a double Tony winner for Cabaret (Best Actor in a Musical, 1998) and A Strange Loop (Best Musical, 2022). More from GoldDerby Dolly Parton adds honorary Oscar to her trophy shelf: A look back at her legendary awards history 'It was wonderful to be on that ride': Christian Slater talks his beloved roles, from cult classics ('Heathers,' 'True Romance') to TV hits ('Mr. Robot,' 'Dexter: Original Sin') 'Elio' reviews knock Pixar for 'repeating itself' with 'forgettable' space adventure Next in line is RuPaul, who holds the record of eight consecutive Best Reality Host wins (2016-23). During the 17th season finale of the long-running competition series, RuPaul narrowed down the list of possible winners to four: Onya Nurve, Jewels Sparkles, Lexi Love, and Sam Star. After anointing Liza Minnelli with the "Giving Us Lifetime Achievement Award," Mama Ru announced that the winner of the $200K grand prize was Onya. As Onya recently told Gold Derby, the best piece of advice she received from RuPaul on the show was to "put the wall down" and "let it all hang out," because, "This is a safe space!" In third place is Survivor's Probst, who won this host category the first four years of its existence, from 2008 to 2011. Emmy voters essentially snuffed Probst's torch after that, and didn't nominate him again until 2024, a whopping 13-year break. During the recent 48th season, the host broke down in tears for the first time ever, because he was so touched by a moment that happened between an autistic woman and her fellow tribe mate. Raw moments like this keep Survivor fans coming back decade after decade — and the upcoming 50th season will surely be the definition of "must see TV" when it airs in 2026. The Shark Tank stars rank fourth. Barbara Corcoran, Mark Cuban, Robert Herjavec, Lori Greiner, Daymond John, and Kevin O'Leary were previously nominated as hosts in 2020-22 and 2024, but this year is different as it officially marks Cuban's last season on the show, plus Daniel Lubetzky has been promoted to a full-time host. Cuban signed off in the Season 16 finale after a decade and a half of investing in aspiring entrepreneurs. The sextet, minus Lubetzky, prevailed as producers in 2024 when Shark Tank triumphed in Best Structured Reality Program. Bronson Farr/Netflix Queer Eye's Fab 5 round out our Top 5. The guys experienced a facelift in Season 9 when they swapped out Bobby Berk for Jeremiah Brent, but the show remained just as powerful as ever as it went on the road to Las Vegas. Karamo Brown, Antoni Porowski, Tan France, and Jonathan Van Ness have been nominated four times so far as hosts (2020-23), and they won as producers in 2023 when Queer Eye claimed the Emmy for Best Structured Reality Program. "I keep saying to people, it feels like I've come home in a lot of ways," Brent told Gold Derby about joining the program. Gold Derby's Emmy odds are based on the combined forecasts of more than 2,800 people (and counting), including experts we've polled from major media outlets, editors who cover awards year-round for this website, and the mass of users who make up our biggest predictions bloc. Track the Emmy predictions by exploring all of our charts and graphs, and sound off in our TV forum. PREDICTED NOMINEES 1. Alan Cumming (The Traitors) — 13/8 2. RuPaul Charles (RuPaul's Drag Race) — 37/10 3. Jeff Probst (Survivor) — 6/1 4. Shark Tank Hosts — 10/1 5. Queer Eye Hosts — 21/2 POTENTIAL SPOILERS 6. Kristen Kish (Top Chef) — 18/1 7. Phil Keoghan (The Amazing Race) — 80/1 8. Mikey Day (Is It Cake?) — 100/1 9. Ryan Seacrest (American Idol) — 100/1 10. Jimmy Donaldson (Beast Games) — 100/1 11. Kimberly Williams-Paisley (Farmer Wants A Wife) — 100/1 LONGSHOTS 12. Gordon Ramsay (Next Level Chef) — 100/1 13. Alfonso Ribeiro and Julianne Hough (Dancing With the Stars) — 100/1 14. Boulet Brothers (The Boulet Brothers' Dragula) — 100/1 15. Joel McHale (House of Villains) — 100/1 16. Niecy Nash-Betts (Don't Forget The Lyrics) — 100/1 17. Terry Crews (America's Got Talent) — 100/1 18. Bobby Flay (Beat Bobby Flay) — 100/1 SIGN UP for Gold Derby's free newsletter with latest predictions Best of GoldDerby 'It was wonderful to be on that ride': Christian Slater talks his beloved roles, from cult classics ('Heathers,' 'True Romance') to TV hits ('Mr. Robot,' 'Dexter: Original Sin') Sam Rockwell on Frank's 'White Lotus' backstory, Woody Harrelson's influence, and going all in on 'this arc of Buddhist to Bad Lieutenant' Asif Ali and Saagar Shaikh admit they 'never had the audacity to realize' a show like 'Deli Boys' was possible Click here to read the full article.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Why Logo Legend Jinkx Monsoon loves playing villains as a trans woman
It's official: Broadway darling, two-time RuPaul's Drag Race winner, and powerhouse performer Jinkx Monsoon has been honored as the 2025 Logo Legend. Sign up for the to keep up with what's new in LGBTQ+ culture and entertainment — delivered three times a week straight (well…) to your inbox! To celebrate Jinkx as this year's Logo Legend recipient, the cable network held and filmed a dinner event with special dinner guests like BenDeLaCreme, Alok, Anania, Kris Klemens, and Murray Hill. The honoree also received powerful tributes from Michelle Visage, Neil Patrick Harris, and Kathryn Hahn. During a 40-minute video honoring Jinkx's Logo Legend status, the Broadway star discussed why playing villains on stage feels so good to her. "I probably like playing the villain because in my day to day life, you know…" she explained. "I'm a star on stage, and I still gotta walk home, and I'm a f*cking trans woman on the streets, right? Which does not afford me a lot of VIP treatment some of the time." She added, "When I'm playing the villain, I'm the one in f*cking charge, and everyone's scared for a change. That's probably why I like doing it." "I get that," Klemens agreed. "There's gotta be something nice where it's like, 'Oh, I'm not the one who could be a victim right now.'" "Right!" Jinkx replied. When playing a villain, "I'm not scared of anyone because I'm at the top of the food chain here." DeLa then proposed a toast, "Here's to Jinkx's villain era!" Keep scrolling to see images of the 2025 Logo Legend special honoring Jinkx Monsoon, as well as the full video of the event! Xavier Guerra Jinkx Monsoon honored as 2025 Logo Legend. Xavier Guerra 2025 Logo Legend event honoring Jinkx Monsoon. Xavier Guerra Jinkx Monsoon honored as 2025 Logo Legend. Xavier Guerra 2025 Logo Legend event honoring Jinkx Monsoon. Xavier Guerra Jinkx Monsoon honored as 2025 Logo Legend. Xavier Guerra 2025 Logo Legend event honoring Jinkx Monsoon. Xavier Guerra 2025 Logo Legend event honoring Jinkx Monsoon. Xavier Guerra 2025 Logo Legend event honoring Jinkx Monsoon. Xavier Guerra Jinkx Monsoon honored as 2025 Logo Legend. Xavier Guerra 2025 Logo Legend event honoring Jinkx Monsoon. Xavier Guerra 2025 Logo Legend event honoring Jinkx Monsoon. Xavier Guerra 2025 Logo Legend event honoring Jinkx Monsoon. Xavier Guerra 2025 Logo Legend event honoring Jinkx Monsoon. Xavier Guerra Jinkx Monsoon honored as 2025 Logo Legend. Xavier Guerra 2025 Logo Legend event honoring Jinkx Monsoon. Xavier Guerra 2025 Logo Legend event honoring Jinkx Monsoon. Xavier Guerra Jinkx Monsoon honored as 2025 Logo Legend. Xavier Guerra 2025 Logo Legend event honoring Jinkx Monsoon. Xavier Guerra 2025 Logo Legend event honoring Jinkx Monsoon. Watch the full 2025 Logo Legend video, honoring Jinkx Monsoon, below. - YouTube
