Watch: SA artist calls out Pastor Anderson, Mugabe and Putin’s homophobia
London-based, South African-born artist Graeme Messer has created a unique performance piece in which he calls out high profile gay-hate mongers. The powerful work, titled The Dark Room, was filmed at the Espacio Gallery in London on the 22nd of June as part of a group show called weR, which ran alongside Pride in London […]
Did Justin Bieber just demand gay sex scene be cut for film role?
It’s been claimed that Justin Bieber has turned down his first major film acting role because it included a gay sex scene. The role in the film Uber Girl, which is in development, is that of a young pop star, and it’s one he’s said to be keen to take. But, according to the film’s […]
Watch the gay family scene that’s been banned on DSTV
The animated series The Loud House has become the latest show to be censored in South Africa due to gay content. Viacom International Media Networks (VIMN) Africa, located in Johannesburg, has dropped an episode of the children’s show because it features a bi-racial gay couple and their son, which are not seen as “family” in […]
Durban Pride 2016 expected to be a bumper edition
Taking place alongside the International Aids Conference this year, Durban Pride 2016 is set to be an especially unique and memorable outing. Durban Pride Week runs from Monday 18 to Sunday 24 July and was moved from its usual June date to coincide with the huge global event. Highlights will include the Mr & Miss […]
Must watch: Gay acrobats in stunning art video
A breathtaking depiction of same-sex love has been released in honour of the victims of the Orlando massacre. The short film features two acrobats who impossibly spin around each other in a large metal hoop to the sound of Arrow by The Irrepressibles. They touch, embrace and kiss in a dance that is full of […]
First gay Bachelor-style reality show being made
A first of its kind television reality show will see a group of men vying to win the heart of a hunky gay bachelor. Titled Finding Prince Charming, the new dating show is currently in production and will début on America’s Logo network. Hosted by former ‘N Sync member Lance Bass, the series will see […]
Zachary Quinto defends gay Sulu
Openly gay Star Trek star Zachary Quinto has backed the decision to make the character of Sulu gay. It was recently revealed that Sulu (John Cho) will be shown in the upcoming Star Trek Beyond as raising a daughter with a male partner. Many were taken aback when LGBT activist and actor George Takei, who […]
Chris Chameleon: I can’t imagine a world without gay people
Iconic South African artist Chris Chameleon has dedicated his new music video to the victims of the Orlando massacre, “with love, hope and faith”. The video for the track Hurt was recently released on YouTube and features the former Boo front man dressed in drag; something for which he was known when with the band. […]
Shock as Star Trek’s George Takei condemns Sulu being made gay
While many have welcomed news that the iconic Sulu will be revealed to be gay in the latest Star Trek movie, the character’s original actor (who is gay) isn’t impressed. John Cho, who now plays Hikaru Sulu, told the Herald Sun that the character will be shown in the upcoming Star Trek Beyond as raising a […]
Joburg theatre review: Shrek the Musical
Musicals! It’s a genre you either love or hate. Shrek, at Gold Reef City’s Lyric Theatre, however, is not like most other musicals – well not like the ones I’ve ever seen. Based on the 2001 DreamWorks animation film of the same name, you know that you’re in good hands. Forget your Stephen Sondheims and […]