Television

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Award-Winning Gay Producer Ash Christian Dead at 35

Lauded producer, actor, director, and writer Ash Christian died in his sleep while vacationing in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico on Thursday August 13th, 2020. He was 35 years old.  Born on Jan. 16, 1985, in Paris, Texas, Christian began writing and directing short films at the age of 14 before moving to Los Angeles to pursue his acting dreams just two years later.  Christian also operated his own successful New York-based film production company, Cranium Entertainment. Cranium and Christian recently released the acclaimed AIDS drama 1985, directed by Yen Tan and starring Cory Michael Smith and Virginia Madsen.  I’m 2006 Christian […]

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Ellen DeGeneres Announces Ouster of 3 top Producers after Allegations of Toxic Workplace

Three top producers on the “Ellen DeGeneres Show” are out after reports of a toxic work environment behind the scenes sparked an investigation by Warner Media’s employee relations group. Ed Glavin, Kevin Leman and Jonathan Norman have parted ways with “The Ellen DeGeneres Show,” a spokesperson for Warner Bros. confirmed to NBC News. The departure of the three producers was first reported by Variety. Sources told NBC News that DeGeneres announced the changes on a video conference call with staff on Monday, which marked the first full day of production on the show’s 18th season. DeGeneres apologized during the call, saying she had allowed the show […]

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Ellen DeGeneres Show Officially Under Investigation for Alleged Racism, Intimidation

WarnerMedia has launched an investigation into the working environment on The Ellen DeGeneres Show following claims that the set is “dominated by fear”. According to Variety, staffers received a memo last week from Warner Bros executives and the production company Telepictures informing them that they have engaged WBTV-owner WarnerMedia’s employee relations group and a third party firm. This third party will interview current and former staffers about their experiences on set, which some say is rife with racism, fear and intimidation. Ellen DeGeneres has long been plagued by rumours of “notoriously mean” behaviour behind cameras, seemingly at odds with her famously sunny disposition. The allegations […]

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Comcast Xfinity Continues Pride w/ “The Beltway Pride Screening Series” on Revry

Revry, the first global queer streaming network, today announced a new partnership with Comcast Xfinity’s Beltway Region to introduce The Beltway Pride Screening Series – a collection of six compelling films that explore life through the lens of the LGBTQ community.  Thought-provoking panel discussions will follow each screening and highlight the unique needs and challenges that LGBTQ members face. Panelists will include filmmakers, cast members and members of local LGBTQ organizations discussing such topics as race, gender, sexual identity, politics and culture.  Each of the six movies in the The Beltway Pride Screening Series can be watched for free online via the Revry.tv network. A new […]

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Must-See LGBTQ TV: ‘Mucho Mucho Amor: The Legend of Walter Mercado’ and ‘The Old Guard’ drop on Netflix

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Grab the remote, set your DVR or queue up your streaming service of choice! GLAAD is bringing you the LGBTQ highlights on TV this week. Check back every Sunday for up-to-date coverage in LGBTQ-inclusive programming on TV. Documentary Mucho Mucho Amor: The Legend of Walter Mercado premieres on Wednesday. Every day for decades, Walter Mercado — the iconic, non-conforming TV personality— mesmerized 120 million viewers with his extravagance and positivity. Then he vanished from the public eye. The film takes a look into his life, that mystery, and his enduring legacy. Mucho Mucho Amor: The Legend of Walter Mercado: Wednesday, on Netflix. A […]

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Sesame Street Celebrates Pride with Message of Love and Acceptance

Sesame Street sent an adorable message of love and acceptance for LGBT+ Pride Month on Thursday night (June 11). And in doing so, the children’s PBS show has done more to openly support the queer community than US president Donald Trump has done this year. Taking to social media, Sesame Street posted a short but sweet line of solidarity to the LGBT+ people, paired alongside an illustration of its colourful characters holding hands, recreating the famous six-striped Pride flag. “On our street, we accept all, we love all, and we respect all,” it wrote. “Happy #PrideMonth!” Tallying more than 97,000 likes on Instagram, thousands of […]

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The Queer Legacy of “How to Get Away with Murder”

For the last six years, ABC’s “How to Get Away with Murder” has rolled out some of the most twisted, thrilling, and over-the-top murder-mystery storylines on network television. Fans are getting ready to say goodbye to the series that centers around Annalise Keating, a bisexual law professor played by Viola Davis, and her faithful group of law students. The show’s “whodunit” moments have struck a chord with audiences, prompting many social media hashtags from #WhoKilledSam to #WhoDiedAtTheWedding.  However, no matter how many bloody messes Keating and Co. have cleaned up during the show’s 90-episode run, the series’ lasting legacy will lie […]

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Must-See LGBTQ TV: ‘The Magicians’ Series Finale and ‘How to Get Away with Murder’ Spring Premiere

Grab the remote, set your DVR or queue up your streaming service of choice! GLAAD is bringing you the LGBTQ highlights on TV this week. Check back every Sunday for up-to-date coverage in LGBTQ-inclusive programming on TV. The series finale of The Magicians airs on Wednesday night. The fantasy show is ending on its fifth season, wrapping up the stories of young people with extraordinary abilities in the magical world of Fillory, including queer fan-favorite character Eliot. The Magicians: Wednesday, 10pm on Syfy.  The second half of the final season of ABC’s How to Get Away with Murder will premiere Thursday night. With an ensemble […]

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‘Herstory in the Making’ Happens at Occidental Center for the Arts February 2

Sunday February 2 @ 2 pm. Occidental Center for the Arts.  HERSTORY IN THE MAKING features four compelling female artists in a matinee performance of original monologues expressing the very heart of the feminine. In a world where women have limited stages, venues and audiences, performance artist Sherry Glaser presents a fascinating Sunday afternoon buffet of comedy, epiphanies and intimate drama by four unique and talented women Kym Trippsmith, Julie Drucker, Ricci Dedola and Sherry Glaser. Sherry is the author and star of award winning solo shows Family Secrets, Taking the High Road, and Oh My Goddess. $15 Adv./ $20 at the door. OCA is wheelchair accessible. Fine […]

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Remembering the Queer Voices and Allies We Lost in 2019

Many acclaimed LGBTQ people and allies died in 2019. They include: Carol Channing, the legendary Broadway actress, died on Jan. 15 at age 97 in Rancho Mirage, Calif. She was best know for her performances as Lorelei Lee in “Gentlemen Prefer Blondes” and Dolly Gallagher Levi in “Hello Dolly!” Mary Oliver, a lesbian poet, died on Jan. 17 at her Florida home at age 83. Her collection “American Primitive, won the 1984 Pulitzer Prize.   Harris Wofford, a Democratic senator and civil rights crusader, died on Jan. 21 at age 92. After his wife died, Wofford fell in love with […]

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