Conversion Therapy Camp Is Scary in More Ways Than One in Queer Slasher Flick 'They/Them' — Who's the Killer?
Peacock's queer conversion therapy camp slasher flick (that's a mouthful) 'They/Them' is a campy whodunit. So, who is the killer?
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Let's Compare Netflix's 'Uncoupled' to the Iconic 'Sex and the City' — Are They Really That Similar?
'Sex and the City' will go down in history as a culturally important television show, and Netflix's 'Uncoupled' is a fairly similar entry. Let's compare them.
Demi Lovato Breaks Down Why She Decided That Also Using She/Her Pronouns Was Right for Her
Demi Lovato recently announced that she decided to also use she/her pronouns. Here's what we know about the singer's decision to update her pronouns again.
Lil Uzi Vert Has Officially Shared That Their Pronouns Are Now "They/Them"
Rapper Lil Uzi Vert has changed their pronouns to they/them. Here's what to know.
Omar Apollo Reflects on His Roots — Talks Life Before Debut Album, Dating, and More (EXCLUSIVE)
LGBTQ+ Latin Grammy Award-nominated artist Omar Apollo talks Camp McDonald's and dishes on his dating life in an exclusive interview.
People Are Calling Bette Midler a TERF — Here's What Really Happened
Recent debates about the policing of women’s bodies have caused celebrities, such as Bette Midler and Macy Gray, to make some TERF-adjacent comments.
LGBTQ Pride Doesn't End With June — Here Are Some Ways to Celebrate Pride All Year Round
Want to know how to celebrate LGBTQ pride all year long? From donations to protesting to support businesses, pride can last an entire year.
People Are Angry a Trans Character Is Buying Menstrual Pads in Disney’s ‘Baymax’ Series
There's a ton of controversy surrounding a trans character in Disney's 'Baymax' series, which has people angry online.
The Real Reason Behind the Bite in the Apple Logo Might Not Be What You Think
Why does the Apple logo have a bite in it? A rumor is circulating that claims the bite pays homage to Alan Turing.
Will There Be Season 3 of 'MTV's Following: Bretman Rock'? The Beauty Guru Himself Got Candid With Us (EXCLUSIVE)
Season 2 of 'MTV's Following: Bretman Rock' premiered on June 27! Will it get a Season 3? Bretman Rock got candid with 'Distractify' in an exclusive interview.
A Cast Member Weighs in on Viktor Hargreeves in 'The Umbrella Academy' (EXCLUSIVE)
Elliot Page's transgender story is being accounted for in Season 3 of 'The Umbrella Academy.' His character comes out as trans in the new season.
BeBe Zahara Benet's Documentary 'Being BeBe' Is Here — Why Did She Become a Drag Artist? (EXCLUSIVE)
'Drag Race' Season 1 winner and star of documentary 'Being BeBe' BeBe Zahara Benet talked exclusively with 'Distractify' about her drag origin story. Here's why she became a drag artist.
7 Hilarious Gay Comedians Who Slay Every Performance
Pride Month means that it’s time to enjoy art and entertainment from our favorite LGBTQ creators, so here are seven of the best gay comedians.
The CW's 'Tom Swift' Is Actually Making History Thanks to the Series Lead
The new CW series, ‘Tom Swift,’ features Tian Richards in the leading role. Now, many fans of the series are wondering if Tian and Tom are gay.
Where Did the Meaning of the Show Title 'Queer as Folk' Originate? Here's What We Know
With the premiere of the 'Queer as Folk' reboot on Peacock, we wanted to know — what does the phrase, "queer as folk," actually mean?
Here Are Some Transgender Comedians You Can Watch Instead of the Transphobic Ones
Want to follow some of the best transgender comedians? Amid ongoing transphobia on major platforms, these jokesters are out and proud.
7 of the Best Lesbian Comedians to Laugh With for Pride Month
Between Pride month and the ‘Netflix Is a Joke’ festival, there are plenty of lesbian comedians to watch. We list seven of the best.
Netflix's 'First Kill' Is No Transylvania-Based Vampire Tale — Let's Discuss Its Filming Locations
Netflix's modern-day lesbian vampire drama 'First Kill' is the queer supernatural love story of our dreams. Let's discuss its filming locations.
'First Kill' Is a Fun Queer Vampire Series, but Must We Have Another Reluctant Vampire?
Netflix recently dropped a queer teen vampire series, and it's very will-they/won't-they for the main vampire. Does Juliette kill in 'First Kill'? Let's get into it.
Netflix's Lesbian Vampire Drama 'First Kill' Is Even Gayer Than 'Buffy' — Will There Be a Season 2?
Have you been craving a lesbian vampire love story to binge? Netflix's new teen drama 'First Kill' offers that exact fantasy. Will there be a Season 2?
Comedians Keep Making Jokes at the Expense of Trans Folks — We Dig into Why (EXCLUSIVE)
We speak with various comedians who discuss why they think other comedians make jokes about trans people, regardless of their gender identities.
The Best Free Virtual Pride Events to Help You Get Your Rainbow On
While we might not get to attend rallies and parades for Pride month this year, there are virtual events across the globe honoring the June holiday.
Here Are the Best LGBTQ+ Movies Not About Coming Out of the Closet
Not every queer movie has to center on a protagonist struggling to come out of the closet. These LGBTQ+ films offer a broader perspective of queer life.
The Best LGBTQ Podcasts That Will Make You Laugh Until You Cry
In honor of Pride Month, we highlight some of the best LGBTQ+ comedy podcasts, sure to make any listener crack up in stitches through a queer lens.
Best Queer Movies of the Last 10 Years — Add to Your Pride Month Movie Marathon
During Pride month, we're giving extra special attention to films featuring groundbreaking queer storylines. Here are some of the best from around the globe.
Who Does 'Sex and the City' Icon Kim Cattrall Play in Peacock's 'Queer as Folk' Reboot?
Peacock's 'Queer as Folk' reboot officially hit the platform on June 9, 2022. Let's unpack 'Sex and the City' star Kim Cattrall's role in the LGBTQ series.
'Queer as Folk' Returns to TV for the Third Time — Here's What Critics Are Saying
Inspired by the OG British series 'Queer as Folk' and the American Showtime remake, Peacock introduced the third 'Queer as Folk' series.
These Incredible Queer-Owned Beauty, Fashion, and Lifestyle Brands Will Enable Your Shopping Problem
No matter how you identify, you'll want to shell out some cash for these queer-owned companies. From apparel to coffee, these brands have something for everyone.
Rainbow Capitalism Is a Big Problem — Here Are the Best Memes About It We Could Find
What is rainbow capitalism? Many people in the LGBTQ community have seen this phenomenon gain steam over the years. Here are some memes about it.
There's a Surprising Number of LGBTQ Characters in the Marvel Cinematic Universe
Are there any LGBTQ Avengers in the Marvel Cinematic Universe? The franchise has taken certain steps to include more queer superheroes.
Discovery Plus Series 'Trixie Motel' Is a '60s Mod Drag Fantasy — Can You Actually Stay There?
Drag queen Trixie Mattel is a busy business woman renovating a Cali motel on her Discovery Plus series 'Trixie Motel.' Can you actually stay there?
Planning to Donate During Pride Month? Here Are the Best LGBTQ Organizations to Support
During Pride Month, you may want to show your support and donate to the right cause. Here are a few of the best organizations to give to.
Here's the One Term You *Have* to Know for LGBTQ+ Pride Month
What does "slay" mean? It's Pride Month, and you need to expand your LGBTQ+ vocabulary. Here's a brief history of the word and its meaning.
These Inclusive Companies Donate to LGBTQ+ Charities All Year Long, Hunty
It's Pride month, queen! While we love us some glittery Pride merch, not all collections are created equal. These companies donate to LGBTQ+ charities all year long.
Burger King Austria's Pride Month Ad Totally Missed the Mark
The memes about Burger King Austria's new Gay Pride Whopper are hilarious. Here's everything we know about the controversial advertisement.
New Rom-Com ‘Fire Island’ Introduces Hulu Audiences to a Historic LGBTQ Destination
Is Fire Island a gay community? Learn more about the setting of the new Hulu rom-com ‘Fire Island,’ starring Joel Kim Booster and Bowen Yang.
Celebrate Pride Month With Our Handy List of Instagram Captions
If you're celebrating Pride Month on Instagram, try out these captions in your posts. Every June, the LGBTQ community celebrates being themselves.
Where to Celebrate Pride Month This June — Check out These Events in a City Near You!
Pride events near me — June 1 marks the commemoration of LGBTQ pride. Celebrate all month long with these parades, festivals, and more.
Could the MCU Feature the Romance Between Wiccan and Hulkling? Here's What We Know
Could the romance between Wiccan and Hulkling be featured in the MCU? Same-sex couples are finally starting to appear in the film franchise.
'Recess Therapy' Host Julian Shapiro-Barnum Reveals How He Achieved Viral Success (EXCLUSIVE)
'Recess Therapy' host Julian Shapiro-Barnum talks about his viral series, interviewing kids, and being raised by LGBTQ+ parents.
Ash Spencer Is the Newest Cast Member to Join 'A Million Little Things' — What We Know About Him
Is Ash Spencer — who stars as Madison/Maddox on 'A Million Little Things' — transgender? Here's everything we know about the Season 4 newcomer.
Nikita Dragun Talks "Unfiltered" Radio Show, Responsibility as a Trans CEO, and More (EXCLUSIVE)
'Distractify' got a chance to speak exclusively with down-to-earth beauty guru, radio host, and YouTuber Nikita Dragun. She's much more than her controversies.
Bowen Yang Has Made Diversity History on 'SNL' — Is the Comedy Star Dating Anyone?
Does Bowen Yang have a romantic partner? The comedian is best know for 'Saturday Night Live,' and is the sketch show's first gay Asian cast member.
Beloved 'Barry' Character NoHo Hank’s Season 3 Romance Is the Talk of the Internet
Who says murderous mobsters can't find love? In Season 3 of HBO's 'Barry,' fan-favorite character NoHo Hank is involved in a blooming romance.
Netflix's Rom-com Series 'Heartstopper' Is Based a Series of Graphic Novels — How Many Books are There?
Based on Alice Oseman's graphic novels, Netflix's new queer rom-com series 'Heartstopper' will melt you into a lovey-dovey puddle of mush. How many books are there?
Netflix's Queer British Series 'Heartstopper' Will Tug at Your Heartstrings — Was it Filmed in England?
Netflix's celebrated queer romcom series 'Heartstopper' follows the romance between British high schoolers Charlie and Nick. Was the series filmed in the U.K.?
Boy Meets Boy in Netflix's Charming Coming-of-Age Series 'Heartstopper' — Is It Based on a Book?
Queer youth deserve joyful, wholesome love stories, and Netflix's British rom-com series 'Heartstopper' delivers that. Is it based on a book?
Musical Icon and Author Janelle Monáe Comes out as Nonbinary on 'Red Table Talk'
Musician and author Janelle Monáe recently came out as nonbinary on 'Red Table Talk.' What are their pronouns now? Here's the scoop.
Terra Is 'Naked and Afraid's' First Trans Woman to Ever Compete on the Show
On the Season 14 'Naked and Afraid' episode called "Fallen Farmer," viewers meet Terra, the first trans woman to ever compete on the show.
Ana Arriola Is the Apple of the Theranos Design Eye on 'The Dropout' — Who Is She?
Elizabeth Holmes was able to lure some incredible talent to Theranos, including Ana Arriola who lasted just four months. Who is she in 'The Dropout'?