Friday, May 9, 2025

LGBTQ+ TOP STORIES Friday, May 9, 2025

Zander Hodgson Is Posed and Exposed

Maybe you have seen Zander Hodgson in your algorithm at some point. It's not a bad thing, and we wish he would show up more often.

by Timothy Rawles | 9 hours ago

News

Robert Prevost, First American Pope in History of the Catholic Church, Will Take the Name Leo XIV

Robert Prevost, a missionary who spent his career ministering in Peru and leads the Vatican's powerful office of bishops, was elected the first American pope in...

by Nicole Winfield | May 8

Salt Lake City and Boise Make Pride Flags Official City Emblems, Skirting Flag Ban Laws

The Democratic controlled cities of Salt Lake City and Boise adopted new city flags this week showing support for LGBTQ+ people in defiance of their states'...

by Hannah Schoenbaum and Rebecca Boone | May 7

Culture

Always Looking Forward, Keith Lockhart Pauses to Reflect on 30 Years with the Boston Pops

Keith Lockhart begins his 30th season conducting the Boston Pops. Over the years, he has made the orchestra his own by blending innovated programming with...

by Robert Nesti | May 8

Out with Dr. Bill – Toasting Birthdays, Friendships and New Adventures

April was a month of birthdays, friendships and new adventures for Dr. William Kapfer. Read on to find out why.

by Dr. William Kapfer | May 8

Pride

International Imperial Court and National LGBTQ Task Force To Induct Trans Icons Into The Stonewall "Wall Of Honor"

As the transgender community faces relentless attacks and erasure, all those added this year are transgender advocates and trailblazers.

May 5

NYC Pride Unveils Grand Marshals for 2025 March

Karine Jean-Pierre and four other activists reflect the spirit of resilience and advocacy in the LGBTQIA+ community fitting this year's theme, Rise Up: Pride in...

May 4

Media

Lucille Lortel Awards @ NYU Skirball Center :: May 4, 2025

Broadway's edgy little sibling had its moment! The Lucille Lortel Awards lit up NYU Skirball with glam, grit, and a whole lotta talent.

by Wilsonmodels | May 6

EDGE Now: Gays, Giggles, and Good Vibes

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, babes–and we've got just the serotonin boost you need! From punchlines to powerful vibes, these queer comedians are here...

May 6

EDGE RECOMMENDS

EDGE Now: Loud, Proud, and Styled To Perfection

Spring is sprung, darling–and so are these LEWKS! We're serving up some of the fiercest queer fashion influencers to help you slay your seasonal style.