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Kit Williamson on 'Mad Men' and Logo TV's 'EastSiders'
- TELEVISION/WEB Special to the online edition of Windy City Times - Kit Williamson is an actor, director, writer and producer who is the force behind Logo TV's web series EastSiders. Williamson also joined the cast of the current (and sixth season) of Mad Men. Despite his success, the Jackson, Miss., native makes education a priority and is currently studying for his MFA at UCLA. Williamson opened up about his role on ...
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- "Let me tell you something: Sometimes a Cuban sandwich and an ice-cold beer can be better than sex. You're entitled to your opinion, but I have another."—Dra. Ana Maria Polo makes this statement to a defendant on Telemundo's wildly popular daily courtroom show, Caso Cerrado. Personally, I think having the sandwich and beer after sex is even better. Gays pop ...
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VIEWPOINT: Foster the children
- by Kim Flowers - I'm not an avid TV watcher, but I'm already in love with The Fosters. A police officer and high school vice principal raise biological, adopted, and foster children while dealing with the trials of life in a realistic and touching way. Even if the couple were a man and woman, I would still have a special place in my heart ...
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BBC apologizes; Prince Harry's pro-gay move
- World news: Special to the online edition of Windy City Times - The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) has apologized for an anti-gay joke about "curing" a lesbian anchor that was broadcast on the network's Radio 5 Live program, Fighting Talk, according to SheWired.com. On the show, comedian Bob Mills joked that he could easily convert lesbian sports anchor Clare Balding. In addition, Mills called Balding a "horse woman" who "appreciates power between ...
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Rock Hudson's 'gay confession'; Neil Patrick denies using N-word
- Entertainment news: Special to the online edition of Windy City Times - Actor Rock Hudson's so-called "gay confession" to his wife—a conversation that was recorded more than a half-century ago—has been revealed as part of a secret file that the family of Detective Fred Otash released, according to the Huffington Post. In 1958 Hudson's wife, Phyllis Gates, asked the Hollywood legend about being gay, and Otash recorded the confrontation. Gates' 1955 marriage ...
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Fosters show breaks new TV ground with lesbian foster moms
- The new ABC Family TV show The Fosters debuted June 3, offering up a new kind of American family. Not only are the lesbian moms an interracial couple, they are also foster moms to several children (and raising a biological child from one partner's previous heterosexual marriage). Lena Adams and Stef Foster are the Fosters. Lena, played by Sherri Saum, ...
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Billy Masters
- "Without naming names, I certainly think there are a couple of people out there who have not come out in the spirit of protecting their careers and livelihoods. It's probably a little bit more difficult going that way."—Michael Douglas talks about gay actors who remain in the closet. I recently declined a close friend's invitation to see the remake of ...
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Fifth season of 'True Blood' out
- The fifth season of HBO's vampire drama True Blood is out on Blu-ray with DVD and digital copy (Blu-ray with HBO Select $79.98), DVD ($59.99) and digital download. According to a press release, the season can be summarized thusly: "A vampire civil war is brewing, Sookie's best friend is dead and an old vampire foe has returned to wreak havoc ...
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Talking with the talent behind 'America's Got Talent'
- TELEVISION - America's Got Talent returns once again for an eighth season this summer as the top-rated variety show on NBC. This time there are four judges—comedian Howie Mandel, radio host Howard Stern, Spice Girl Melanie "Mel B." Brown and Project Runway's Heidi Klum—all on hand to seek talent for a grand prize of $1 million. Nick Cannon serves as host and ...
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Lesbian on ESPN cover; British boy-bander controversy
- Entertainment news: Special to the online edition of Windy City Times - Lesbian WNBA player Brittney Griner is on the cover of ESPN magazine's "Taboo Issue," posing with a large snake, according to the Huffington Post. Griner's cover portrait (by Cass Bird) accompanies a profile (by Kate Fagan) entitled "Owning The Middle." In the article, the 6'8" Griner says, "I am 100-percent happy. When I was at Baylor, I wasn't fully happy ...
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The 'Newlyweds' game with Jeff and Blair
- TELEVISION Special to the online edition of Windy City Times - The Bravo Channel has a new show entitled Newlyweds: The First Year that features, among others, L.A. couple Jeff Pedersen and Blair Late. The docuseries captures all the trials and tribulations of being a newlywed. Covering an entire year, the couple squabbles about money along with the challenges of married life—and there's a visit to a sex therapist. Lauren Lazin, ...
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Fifth season of 'True Blood' out
- Special to the online edition of Windy City Times - The fifth season of HBO's vampire drama True Blood is out on Blu-ray with DVD and digital copy (Blu-ray with HBO Select $79.98), DVD ($59.99) and digital download. According to a press release, the season can be summarized thusly: "A vampire civil war is brewing, Sookie's best friend is dead and an old vampire foe has returned to wreak havoc ...
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Former diver impacts through TV
- Jhonmar Castillo has led a wild, roller-coaster life, certainly worthy of a TV documentary—which he likely would produce. Castillo was an Olympic diver, and once was stranded in a foreign country, jilted by his gay lover. Castillo has been broke and heartbroken. He's been in love multiple times—and proudly walked, hand in hand, to his civil union ceremony with Ryan ...
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Out Chicagoan brings family-style cooking to 'MasterChef'
- TELEVISION Special to the online edition of Windy City Times - Food enthusiasts, set your DVRs to watch the new season of MasterChef on FOX Chicago. Chicago resident Kevin Tindell—who is openly gay—is one of the newest contestants vying for Season Four's grand prize of $250,000 in the popular culinary television competition series that airs every Wednesday this summer. Tindell made his first appearance on the May 22 episode as a ...
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Billy Masters
- "I have never had a better time than being Liberace's date. We all knew he was homosexual. That was a friend: you know what they love and the people that they love, and what they are."—Debbie Reynolds discusses her friendship with Liberace, whose mother she plays in HBO's Behind the Candelabra. June may be Gay Pride Month, but Long Beach, ...
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Matthew Morrison in PBS special
- In an upcoming PBS special, Matthew Morrison—who plays Mr. Scheuster on TV's Glee and is an accomplished singer—is the subject of Where It All Began: Live from the Bushnell, which shows him live in concert at the Connecticut venue, according to a press release. Where It All Began is first release from 222 Records, the newly formed label from Adam ...
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Hudson, Clarkson and 'American Idol'; Mr. Gay USA on reality show
- Entertainment news: Special to the online edition of Windy City Times - Former American Idol finalist Jennifer Hudson may be in negotiations to be a judge on that very show (and has reportedly signed a deal)—but Kelly Clarkson is not, according to Digital Spy. Recent rumors suggested that Fox executives are considering a new panel composed entirely of former American Idol contestants, with Clarkson said to be high on the list. However, ...
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Easy Abby announces season one finale
- From a press release - (05/24/2013) CHICAGO, IL — The award-winning lesbian web series, Easy Abby, has announced that its Season Finale will be released on Friday, May 31st 2013 on http://easyabby.com. A Romantic Comedy, Easy Abby has quickly become a fan favorite in its first Season, with more than 6 million views worldwide. The show has received a Golden Kitty Award for Best Lesbian ...
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DIRECTV announces "Full Circle" cast
- From a press release - EL SEGUNDO, Calif., May 23, 2013 — DIRECTV announced today that Tom Felton (Harry Potter),Minka Kelly (Friday Night Lights), Julian McMahon (Nip/Tuck), David Boreanaz (Bones), Keke Palmer(Akeelah and the Bee), Devon Gearhart (The Wait), Billy Campbell (The Killing, Killing Lincoln), Kate Walsh(Private Practice), Noah Silver (The Borgias), Ally Sheedy (Welcome to the Rileys), Cheyenne Jackson(Behind the Candelabra) and Robin Weigert ...
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Billy Masters
- "Who hasn't dated a gay dude? He didn't tell me, but I just sort of figured it out. There were weird things he would say. He once tried on my heels. ... That was a pretty big indication."—Gabourey Sidibe shares her thoughts about Jason Collins' coming out, vis-Ã -vis how his former fiancée might feel. When I started this column almost ...
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Alec Mapa's 'Showville': Teaching tolerance through laughter
- TELEVISION Special to the online edition of Windy City Times - On Thursday, May 23, AMC will unveil its new reality series Showville, which Alec Mapa hosts. The openly gay comedian sees Showville as an opportunity to entertain and to educate. In the series, Mapa will meet "privately" with citizens in various American communities, where he'll coach them in whatever talent they feel they excel in. A talent competition follows. "A ...
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Mathews Mans Up!
- Ross Mathews became an overnight success thanks to The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, where he was coined "Ross the Intern." His standout voice and personality made him instantly memorable on late-night television at home. He joined Celebrity Fit Club and the cast of Chelsea Lately since then along with interviewing many celebrities on the red carpet over the years. ...
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Billy Masters
- "I have been more right than wrong. If ever there was a time to be grateful and relieved for being mistaken, this is that time. Only God is right all the time."—Psychic Sylvia Browne responds to criticism that she wrongly predicted the death of kidnap victim Amanda Barry on The Montel Williams Show in 2004. When Louwana Miller asked if ...
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Dule Hill talks Psych, tap-dancing, intolerance
- NUNN ON ONE: TELEVISION - The USA Network has another hit on its hands with Psych, a detective comedy with a twist. The show stars James Roday as a police consultant who solves crimes with his powers of observation making others believe he is psychic. Dulé Hill plays his best friend, Burton "Gus" Guster. Hill is also known for his tap-dancing skills and his role ...
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Thom Filicia on reality television, growing empire
- NUNN ON ONE - Thom Filicia shot into the spotlight as the interior designer on Queer Eye for the Straight Guy. Afterwards he began his writing career with a book from the series and now is out promoting his latest American Beauty. He has had several successful television shows on the Style Network including Dress My Nest and Tacky House. He is the featured ...
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Liza joins NOH8; 'Smash' and 'New Normal' cancelled
- Entertainment news: Special to the online edition of Windy City Times - Add longtime gay icon Liza Minnelli to those who have taken part in the NOH8 campaign, according to the Huffington Post. "Here's what I believe...no shame, no blame, no guilt," the Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony-winning star emailed after her photo was unveiled. "Be happy. And be who you are. I love you." Among others who have appeared in the ...
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Billy Masters
- "Django wasn't the lead, so it was like, I need to be the lead. The other character was the lead!"—Will Smith explains why he passed on Django Unchained—his part wasn't big enough! Apparently Jamie Foxx has no concerns about the size of his part—and he showed off every inch of it in the film (and on our website). One morning ...
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- "Firstly, he's a glorious man and he's very kind and sweet. That's what you say if you want to continue to work in the film industry."—Russell Brand talks about his Rock of Ages co-star, Tom Cruise. What's really pissed Russell off is that Tom didn't try to inculcate him into Scientology. "If there's a cult that don't want me, I ...
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Elton John-Madonna feud over; Darren Criss tour
- Entertainment news: Special to the online edition of Windy City Times - Elton John has said that his feud with Madonna is over, according to Digital Spy. John told Extra that he apologized to the "Like a Virgin" singer for called her MDNA tour a disaster and saying her career was over. "I apologized profusely because what I said should never have appeared in public," he said of his encounter with her ...
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'Biggest Loser' casting call May 4 in Chicago
- Special to the online edition of Windy City Times - A casting call for individuals for season 15 of the NBC show The Biggest Loser will take place Saturday, May 4, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., at Planet Fitness, 3120 N. Pulaski Rd. People who have at least 80 pounds to lose are strongly encouraged to apply. For more details, visit www.TheBiggestLoserCasting.com. ...
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Matthew Rhys: Welsh actor is one of 'The Americans'
- NUNN ON ONE: TELEVISION - Welsh actor Matthew Rhys made a lasting impression as out gay attorney Kevin Walker on the ABC show Brothers & Sisters. On the big screen he starred in Julie Taymor's Titus, then played Dylan Thomas in The Edge of Love. His latest project is the FX drama series The Americans, where he stars as Phillip Jennings. The Americans also stars ...
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Jason Collins and family on Oprah May 5
- From a press release - Los Angeles — Oprah Winfrey will speak with NBA player Jason Collins, his twin brother Jarron and family for their first interview together on the heels of Collins' public announcement as the first openly gay active pro athlete in a major American sport. The special episode of "Oprah's Next Chapter" will air this Sunday, May 5 from 8-9 p.m. ET/PT ...
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"America's Got Talent" in Chicago MAY 8 - 10
- "America's Got Talent" will return for its eighth season on Tuesday, June 4 (9-11 p.m. ET) to NBC New 'America's Got Talent' judges: Heidi Klum and Melanie "Mel B." Brown, and returning judges Howard Stern and Howie Mandel will walk the Red carpet with the season eight judges when they arrive in Chicago for round four of live auditions! With ...
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Billy Masters
- "Let me tell you this about The View: I take a paycheck every other week. That's all I do. I could give a shit what comes. I do my job—I have a contract. That's where I stand. I don't give a fuck."—Whoopi Goldberg answers questions about who could replace Joy Behar ... or, for that matter, Elisabeth Hasselbeck. No matter ...
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Actress on return of 'All My Children' and her lesbian role
- TELEVISION - On April 29, the iconic daytime drama All My Children (AMC) returns in a new online format. The revived serial, which ran for an impressive 41 years on ABC, will present four 30 minute episodes a week, with a recap episode on Friday. The new episodes will be available at Hulu, Hulu Plus and iTunes. Fans of the show fought ...
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'Glee' renewed
- After lengthy negotiations, Fox's musical dramedy Glee has been picked up for the next two seasons, according to Deadline.com. (The negotiations took longer because the network starts footing the bill after the fourth season.) Glee now joins Fox shows Bones, The Following, New Girl, The Mindy Project and Raising Hope, which all have been renewed for next season. ...
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Katey Sagal: Love and 'Anarchy'
- NUNN ON ONE: TELEVISION - Playing the unforgettable Peggy Bundy in the Fox comedy Married…with Children brought Katey Sagal into the national spotlight, but that was only the beginning for her. She voiced Leela in the cartoon Futurama, and then led the cast of 8 Simple Rules, even after John Ritter's death. She has found new success playing Gemma Teller Morrow in the FX drama ...
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Jennifer Hudson's honor; Amanda Bynes vs. Perez Hilton
- Entertainment news: Special to the online edition of Windy City Times - Grammy-winning singer Jennifer Hudson and the Library of Congress' National Recording Registry were honored at this year's Grammys on the Hill Awards, held April 17 at the Hamilton in Washington, D.C., according to Billboard.com. Hudson performed and accepted the Recording Academy's Recording Artists' Coalition Award, while Dr. James Billington accepted the Grammys on the Hill Awards on behalf of the ...
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Billy Masters
- "I've always told Will: You can do whatever you want as long as you can look at yourself in the mirror and be OK."—Jada Pinkett Smith addresses rumors that she and hubby Will Smith have an open marriage. But did she really say anything? I'd bet they can both look in the mirror just fine—even while having sex with others! ...
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Dining news: Hearty Boys at picnic; Cru's spring menu
- Dining news: Special to the online edition of Windy City Times - —Local culinary duo The Hearty Boys, Chicago chef Charlie McKenna, indie band Blind Pilot and children's entertainers will join The Nature Conservancy for its annual All Hands on Earth Picnic Saturday, April 20, at Millennium Park, Chase Promenade South Tent, 11 a.m. 3 p.m. Tickets to the picnic are $30/individual and $100/family, and include a picnic lunch provided by Park ...
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Billy Masters
- "I've spent time with George Clooney and he's the most interesting man on the planet. He can do it all. Yep, I guess what I'm saying is I'd have sex with him."—Channing Tatum shares this information with a reporter at a screening for his film White House Down. Note that the question was not "What man would you have sex ...
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Kandi Burruss on her 'Factory' workers
- NUNN ON ONE: TELEVISION Extended for the online edition of Windy City Times - Kandi Burruss has gone from R&B singer to actress, then record producer and, finally, a reality television star. She combines all of that in a new show. From the group Xscape to the Real Housewives of Atlanta, Burruss always seems to land on top. Now Burruss is ready to help 16 contestants build their dreams on Kandi Factory her latest ...
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LESBOMANIA Back to the Bat Cave with Da Vinci's Demons
- "Historical fantasies" can be amusing. Like that movie that makes Abraham Lincoln a vampire killer. Or that steampunk TV show that tells me Victorian science fiction author HG Wells was "actually" a woman ninja fighter. But please. I draw the line at making Leonardo da Vinci a heterosexual horndog. Da Vinci's Demons is a soon-to-premiere TV series in which our ...
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Valerie Harper narrates Viola Spolin exhibit audio tour
- From a press release - EVANSTON, Ill. —- An audio tour narrated by Valerie Harper — the actress best known for her role as Rhoda Morgenstern in "The Mary Tyler Moore Show" and its spinoff, "Rhoda" — has been added to an exhibit about legendary theater and improv teacher Viola Spolin now at Northwestern University Library. In the approximately 10 minutes of the tour that ...
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Billy Masters
- "I believe in our civil rights. As a mother, I think my daughter deserves everything that she desires in life. She's a good girl. She's a wonderful child. I don't think God made one color flower. I think he made many."—Marie Osmond is named "Person of the Week" by ABC World News with Diane Sawyer. Her views on same-sex marriage ...
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Nicki Minaj on judging 'Idol'
- NUNN ON ONE: MUSIC - American Idol has never been the same since Nicki Minaj took over judging for the twelfth season. The rapper from Trinidad has always danced to the beat of her own drum. Her debut album, Pink Friday, made her the first female solo artist to have seven singles on the Billboard 100 at the same time. Roman Reloaded was her second ...
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TV favorites visit Chicago to film reading of new sitcom
- Out Chicago resident Patrick W. Ziegler is part of a fun new project that is giving the Chicago community the unique opportunity to participate in the development process of a sitcom, provide feedback on the show, and see TV legends live on the stage. I've Got a Life in Kalamazoo was created and written by Ziegler and business partner Teresa ...
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Elizabeth Mitchell: Talkin' 'bout a 'Revolution'
- NUNN ON ONE: TELEVISION - Elizabeth Mitchell is an actress possibly best known for her breakout role on the television show Lost. She followed that with the series V and, now, Revolution on NBC. Many of our community may remember her from the HBO film Gia, where she played Angelina Jolie's lover and makeup artist. From J.J. Abrams' Bad Robot Productions and Supernatural's Eric Kripke, ...
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'Wonder Women' on PBS April 15
- Wonder Women! The Untold Story of American Superheroines will air on PBS April 15 at 10 p.m. ET. A film by Kristy Guevara-Flanagan and Kelcey Edwards, Wonder Women looks at how popular representations of powerful women often reflect society's anxieties about women's liberation. The film goes behind the scenes with TV stars Lynda Carter (Wonder Woman) and Lindsay Wagner (The ...
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'Feinstein' returns April 5 on PBS
- Stephen Sondheim, Liza Minnelli, Angela Lansbury, Christine Ebersole and other stars of music and musical theater are featured in a new three-part season of Michael Feinstein's American Songbook, which returns to PBS April 5 at 9 p.m. ET/8 p.m. CT. The first two parts will air April 5, with the third on April 12. The season three DVD set of ...
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Billy Masters
- "Wicked holds a dear place in my heart, and I can see wanting to do something like that someday. But they'd better hurry up before I get too old!"—Kristen Chenoweth says she'd love to do a reunion concert with the original Broadway cast of Wicked—which will celebrate its 10th anniversary on Broadway in October. Audiences love a reunion. This has ...
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PFLAG National to honor Sir Patrick Stewart
- From a press release - PFLAG National—the nation's largest grassroots-based non-profit for families, friends, and straight allies of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (GLBT) people—will honor Sir Patrick Stewart with the Straight for Equality in Entertainment award at the fifth annual Straight for Equality Awards Gala. At the event, which will be hosted by comedian/writer/producer Lizz Winstead, PFLAG National will also honor NFL players Brendon ...
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GLAAD affirms bi and trans support, changes name
- GLAAD spokesperson Wilson Cruz appeared on MSNBC's Melissa Harris-Perry to affirm the organization has formally dropped the "Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation" from its name and will now be known simply as GLAAD, the LGBT media advocacy organization, according to Advocate.com. The organization also issued a commitment to incorporate trans and bi people in its efforts to support the ...
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Billy Masters
- "First of all, I love spending time with people that are younger than I am."—Elaine Stritch shares this bit of information on her birthday. Since she just turned 88, I suspect she probably enjoys most people she meets. Another column, another pope. I've seen 'em come, I've seen 'em go. We just had that Nazi pope who I firmly believe ...
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Billy Masters
- "I think he's gonna have money."—Suze Orman tells Kathy Griffin she believes Honey Boo Boo will still have money in 10 years. And, yes, Suze referred to Honey Boo Boo as "he." Oh, those wacky lesbians! If I am to continue writing this column, I'm going to need to be put on medication. Clearly, I am far too invested in ...
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'Michael Feinstein' returns April 5 on PBS
- Stephen Sondheim, Liza Minnelli, Angela Lansbury, Christine Ebersole and other stars of music and musical theater are featured in a new three-part season of Michael Feinstein's American Songbook, which returns to PBS April 5 at 9 p.m. ET. The first two parts will air April 5, with the third on April 12. Season three finds Feinstein exploring the enduring popularity ...
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'Game of Thrones' back March 31
- Special to the online edition of Windy City Times - The Emmy- and Golden Globe-winning series Game of Thrones returns for its 10-episode third season Sunday, March 31, on HBO., 9-10 p.m. ET. Based on George R.R. Martin's best-selling fantasy-book series, Game of Thrones is an epic story of treachery and nobility set on the continent of Westeros. Returning series regulars include Emmy and Golden Globe winner Peter Dinklage, Nikolaj ...
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Billy Masters
- "He likes to get me on my back."—Ewan McGregor talks about his photo shoot with Bruce Weber for the Oscars edition of Vanity Fair. Double entendre intended, I'm sure. Another year, another Academy Awards. Has it only been a year since the last Oscars? It seems longer. At the end of this year's Oscars, I felt like it had been ...
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Becca Tobin of 'Glee' on the show, bullying
- NUNN ON ONE: TELEVISION Special to the online edition of Windy City Times - Becca Tobin is shaking her pompoms this season on Fox's hit television show Glee. Starring as Kitty Wilde, she is showing how to be a mean girl with a high kick after replacing several characters graduating from McKinley. Using this breakout role to speak to teens about bullying through a company called Bullyville, she has begun to change people's minds ...
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Marc Jacobs' film debut; Idina back on Broadway
- Entertainment news: Special to the online edition of Windy City Times - Out fashion designer Marc Jacobs is now trying his hand at acting, according to a press release. Jacobs is in the Henry Alex Rubin movie thriller Disconnect, which stars Jason Bateman, Paula Patton, Hope Davis, Alexander Skarsgard and Frank Grillo. The movie—which has several subplots about people trying to connect in today's wired world—is slated to open in theaters April ...
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Mirza's gay 'Kardashian' web series at SXSW
- From a news release - CHICAGO— Chicago-based web series KAM KARDASHIAN about the fictional long-lost lesbian sister of a very famous family will screen an exclusive first look of episode 1 of season 2 at the OUTlander Spring Festival during the South By Southwest Festival (SXSW) in Austin March 9. The OUTlander Spring Festival during SXSW is over a week of interactive meetups, film screenings ...
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Billy Masters
- Many people who work in the entertainment industry are delusional—but not me. I have no illusions about where I rank in this business we call "show." I'm somewhere in the lower middle, which is lucky for you. If I were any higher, I'd be too busy to write this column week after week for almost two decades. My place in ...
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Coming shows: Normal Heart, Timberlake, Kristen Ford
- 'Normal Heart' on HBO in '14 HBO announced that it will adapt the Tony-winning Larry Kramer play The Normal Heart, according to Deadline.com. The movie will star Julia Roberts and Mark Ruffalo in the key roles, along with out actor Matt Bomer (White Collar). Glee creator Ryan Murphy will direct the film, which will feature Roberts as Dr. Emma Brookner, ...
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'Magic Mike' sequel; 'Downton' adding Black character
- Entertainment news: Special to the online edition of Windy City Times - Channing Tatum has confirmed that a sequel to Magic Mike is in the works, according to Yahoo.com. "If he doesn't come back, I don't know how we're going to do it without our leader," said Tatum in reference to director Steven Soderbergh's recent announcement that he's retiring from filmmaking. "I'll try to sucker him to coming in and at least ...
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USA Network, actor help fight bias
- Special to the online edition of Windy City Times - Last week, an interactive tour bus pulled into Millennium Park for two days, with the goal of helping to fight discrimination. Part of the USA Network, Characters Unite Month shows fans the importance of fighting hate and bigotry. Locals were invited to stamp T-shirts that stated "I Won't Stand For..." with options including "racism," "homophobia," "religious intolerance" and bullying. They ...
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Donald Trump, La Toya and Bret talk 'Apprentice'
- TELEVISION Extended for the online edition of Windy City Times - Donald Trump's The Apprentice is more popular than ever with its change of format a few seasons ago into a celebrity version that boosted ratings. With the new all-star version debuting on NBC, past competitors now return to make even more money for their charities. What started as The Apprentice where regular people competed for a chance to work for ...
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Katie Couric talks with transgender youth, show airs Feb. 26
- From a news release - On Tuesday's "Katie," Katie Couric explores what it is like to grow up, and live transgender. Hear the deeply personal stories of three transgender children and their parents, as well as their journeys to understand the psychological, physical, and social process to become their authentic selves. Tuesday's show will feature a "Katie" exclusive interview with Coy Mathis, a young transgender ...
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Out's top bachelors; Bjork's funding troubles
- Entertainment news: Special to the online edition of Windy City Times - Out magazine has released its list of the 100 most eligible bachelors. Among those listed are Glee actor Chris Colfer, Oscar-winning screenwriter Dustin Lance Black, statistician Nate Silver, photographer Paul Mpagi Sepuya, blogger Perez Hilton, Vampire Weekend's Rostam Batmanglij, actor Guillermo Diaz (of TV's Scandal), athlete Gareth Thomas, actor Ronnie Kroell, gymnast Josh Dixon, singer Mika and writer Christopher Rice. ...
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Action Jackson: Gay contestant on 'Biggest Loser'
- NUNN ON ONE: TELEVISION Special to the online edition of Windy City Times - The Biggest Loser on NBC has been shedding the pounds since 2004 for 14 seasons. What makes it almost startling that there have been no openly gay contestants—until now. Jackson Carter, 21, hails from Utah and started this cycle with 328 pounds of baggage that he would like to lose. He volunteers at a LGBT youth outreach center where he ...
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Billy Masters
- "Guess I'm a natural. It was my first time. ... Oh shit, you're right. It wasn't my first time. But that was a dildo. If I'd had the guts, it woulda been real."—James Franco remembers discovering his talent to "deep throat" onscreen in Broken Tower. We didn't forget since we have the footage of him going down on a very ...
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Billy Masters
- "For one thing, we decided to sing softly at sound check, because our microphones were always turned down to half the volume that Diane's was set at."—Mary Wilson explains how her mike ended up just as loud as Miss Ross' during The Supremes reunion at Motown 25. If I'm being honest, I really don't care about the Super Bowl, Beyonce ...
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The stylish boys of 'Built'
- TELEVISION - The Style Network's new show, Built, has audiences drooling over high-fashion male models who remodel homes. The boys of Built work for Hott and Handy a home design company run by owner by Shane Duffy. After doing handiwork a few years ago he started the business ,and now has offices in New York, L.A. and Miami. Donny Ware is the ...
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Kate Pankoke: Chicagoan works the 'Runway'
- NUNN ON ONE: TELEVISION Special to the online edition of Windy City Times - Lifetime's Project Runway begins season 11 with teams this time out and 16 new designers. One of them, named Kate Pankoke, makes wedding dresses in Chicago with a southern Florida style. The judges include Heidi Klum, Nina Garcia and newbie Zac Posen added into the mix. Let's find out how Kate makes it work in The Big Apple and the ...
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'Smash' returns: Season two has new characters, plots
- TELEVISION - Initially well-received by critics and viewers alike, the NBC musical drama Smash premiered last year to strong ratings. Presented in serialized format, Smash seemed like it was destined for success. However, the initially good word of mouth took a left turn as the season progressed, and the ratings nose-dived. It was a show people wanted to like, and it came ...
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Nate Berkus, Oprah Winfrey interview to air Feb. 10, 17
- From a Harpo Studios Press release - Chicago, IL — In his most personal and revealing interview yet, interior designer and TV personality Nate Berkus will sit down with Oprah Winfrey on the Emmy® Award-winning series "Super Soul Sunday" for a two-part episode airing Sunday, Feb. 10 and Feb. 17 from 11a.m.- 12p.m. ET/PT on OWN: Oprah Winfrey Network. Nate Berkus founded the Chicago-based design firm, Nate ...
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