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Josh Schonewolf Cancels “Once You Go Black,” Opens Up About Mistakes

Last week Philly party producer Josh Schonewolf drew sharp criticism from the community when he released a flyer promoting his latest event, “Once You Go Black.” […]

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Dolly Parton to Debut New Dance Tune “Just a Wee Bit Gay”

Dolly Parton just loves her gay fans, and she wants to sing about it, y’all. Gay Star News reports that the singer revealed she has […]

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Archie Andrews to Take a Bullet in Life With Archie Comic

Iconic comic book character Archie Andrews will meet his demise in the next issue of Life With Archie—by taking a bullet to save the life […]

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Wedding Vendors Line Up for Lesbian Couple Denied Service at Inne of the Abingtons

Desiree Mark of Greenfield Township wants to get married without any fuss—but she was taken aback last week when North Abington wedding vendor Inne of […]

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Australian Olympic Star Ian Thorpe Comes Out

After years of speculation, Australian Olympic swimmer Ian Thorpe, 31, announced he was gay (or, “not straight,” as he put it) during a television interview which […]

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12 #GayPhilly Instagrams You Need to See This Week: When We Go to Rehoboth …

Every Friday I round up the best shots from some of #GayPhilly’s most double-tappable Instagram hams. Think of it as our big gay society page. […]

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Weekend Roundup: Bev Offends the Masses, “Proud Exposures” Debuts at William Way, Back 2 Basics Returns and More

A new show is coming to Voyeur this Saturday that’s prefaced with a bold warning: “Not for the faint at heart or easily offended!” Bev, one of […]

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WATCH: Laverne Cox Stars in Video for John Legend’s “You and I”

UPenn alum John Legend wants to change your perception of it means to be beautiful. He’s making his case in his latest video, “You and […]

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Brian Sims Throwing “Beer and Bears” Party in P-Town

Philly State Representative Brian Sims is exploring new territory next week—his very first Bear Week in P-Town. To celebrate—and to raise funds for his 2014 […]

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Complaint Filed Against Methodist Pastors Who Blessed Philadelphia Same-Sex Wedding

A complaint has been filed against 36 United Methodist pastors who gathered to bless a same-sex marriage in Philadelphia last November. Yes, last November. I’m […]

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Josh Schonewolf Presents “Once You Go Black,” Local Bloggers Call It Racist

Josh Schonewolf presents … racism?! That’s what a pair of local bloggers are claiming after marketing materials for his upcoming event “Once You Go Black” recall images from the American […]

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Put Down That Razor: 5 Reasons to Get Your Butt Waxed

First of all, let me state for the record that I am not saying you have to wax or laser your butt. If you’re the au […]

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Theresa Santai-Gaffney Denied Right to Appeal PA Marriage Equality Ruling—Again

Third times a charm? I’d say three strikes and you’re out is more fitting in this case. Schuylkill County Register of Wills Theresa Santai-Gaffney—you know […]

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GAY WEDDING PHOTOS: Larry Benjamin and Stanley Willauer Marry on the 45th Anniversary of Stonewall

Philadelphia novelist Larry Benjamin and his longtime partner, Stanley Willauer, were married at the Philadelphia Wedding Chapel in East Falls on June 28th. The date, Benjamin tells […]

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7 Gay Things to Do in Philly This Week: Drag Tag Sale, Something New From BalletX, Where to Gay Dance, and More