How Steve from “beep bank” changed my life
Steve from “beep bank” remains one of South Africa’s most loved and well-known radio advertising characters. But did you know that he was voiced by a gay man? Kevin Britz reveals how he created Steve in the midst of personal turmoil and tragedy. Six years ago life happened. I came out, got divorced from a […]
Putin fails to meet Elton John despite star’s Moscow visit
Elton John says he still hopes to meet President Vladimir Putin after being snubbed in Moscow this week. The star was performing for his fans in the capital when he spoke about the long-awaited get-together with the country’s leader, who’s supported efforts to diminish the rights of LGBT Russians. “As some of you may know, […]
Christian rock star comes out as gay to his wife and the world
Trey Pearson, the lead singer of American Christian rock band Everyday Sunday has come out as a gay man. On Tuesday, the thirty-something Pearson, who is married to a woman, stated on the four-member group’s Facebook page: “To my fans and friends: I’m finally being honest with myself. I love you all.” He included a […]
MultiChoice doesn’t give a damn about censoring LGBT shows
African broadcaster MultiChoice has finally responded to our concerns about it removing Caitlyn Jenner’s show I Am Cait from its schedule – and we aren’t impressed at all. Last week, we reported that the South African-owned pay-TV company had blocked all its viewers across the continent, including in South Africa, from watching the show because […]