The City of Orlando Removed Several Pulse Nightclub Artifacts Amid Plans for a Memorial
The City of Orlando purchased the site of the 2016 deadly mass shooting in 2023.
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Onlyfans Model Lane Rogers, AKA Blake Mitchell, Died at Age 31
The adult film star and influencer's family confirmed his death in December 2025.
Jason Collins Detailed the “Weird Symptoms” That Led to His Stage 4 Glioblastoma Diagnosis
The retired NBA player revealed he was diagnosed with "one of the deadliest forms of brain cancer" via a powerful essay.
Influencer Pattie Gonia Raised $1 Million for Charities by Hiking in Drag
The influencer's initiative supports LGBTQ+ and BIPOC youth.
‘Slave Play’ Playwright Jeremy O. Harris Arrested for Alleged Drug Smuggling in Japan
The Tony-nominated writer was detained in Okinawa, Japan, in November 2025.
Does ‘Heated Rivalry’ Have a Happy Ending? Here’s What Could Be Next for Shane and Ilya (SPOILERS)
The steamy TV adaptation of the 'Gamechanger' series stars actors Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie.
Unpacking Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande’s “Non-Demi-Curious, Semi-Binary” Relationship
Must we label everything?
Porsha Williams’s New Love Interest, Patrice “Sway” McKinney, Is a Barber and a Baller
The 'RHOA' star reportedly snagged another millionaire.
TikTok Influencer Girlalala’s Ex-Boyfriend Is a Prime Suspect in Her Tragic Death
The TikTok creator was just 21 years old at the time of her death.
‘Top Chef’s’ Padma Lakshmi and Melissa King Continue Fueling Dating Rumors on Their Socials
Fans are ready for them to confirm their love whenever they are.
Ben & Jerry’s’ Founders Are No Longer Co-Workers Following Jerry Greenfield’s Resignation
The tasty ice cream brand's founders created the company in 1978.
‘My Life With the Walter Boys’ Star Johnny Link Has the Cutest IRL Romance With His Fiancé
The Netflix star has been engaged to his longtime partner, Matthew Davies, since 2022.
Giorgio Armani’s Lived a Life of Luxury for Decades, According to His Robust Net Worth
The designer had multiple businesses and continued building his wealth during his final days.
Inside Former Artsy Power Couple Racquel Chevremont and Mickalene Thomas’s Relationship
Racquel sued Mickalene for $10 million in damages five years after they called off their engagement.
You've Heard of Asexual, But Have You Heard of Graysexual? Here's What the Term Means
"Sexuality is like tennis. The world is obsessed with tennis."
Tiffany Haddish and ‘Hollywood Unlocked’s’ Jason Lee Reportedly Went Half on a Baby
The friends shared the news with an Instagram post in August 2025.
Raven-Symoné Gets a Lot of Hate, and It’s Not Always Deserved
The Disney queen has made some decisions that have sparked controversy over the years.
‘Pose’ Star Indya Moore Defends Laverne Cox Following MAGA Cop Ex-Boyfriend Controversy
"It offends me to see my community eagerly seek out an example of Laverne for a mistake most of us have made some version of."
The ‘Rupaul’s Drag Race All Stars’ S10 Winner Has Fans Wondering if the Show Is Rigged
The winner's $200,000 prize likely makes up for all of the backlash she's received.
Emira D’Spain Shared Why She’s “Banned” From Mallorca in a Pre-'Next Gen NYC’ TikTok
Emira discussed being banned from the island during Season 1 of 'Next Gen NYC.'
'RHOM's' Julia Lemigova’s Wife Martina Navratilova Says Their Adoption Is “Not Legal Yet”
Bravo's first openly lesbian couple announced their adoption in August 2024.
Figure Skater Amber Glenn Is Open About Her Sexuality, but Does She Have a Partner?
Amber Glenn was in a public relationship with fellow figure skater Nathan Chen from 2016-2017 and later came out as pansexual.
What to Know About the Lilly Tino Controversy on TikTok and What People Are Saying
Lilly Tino originally sparked outrage with a Disney World bathroom selfie.
Levi's Stirs up Controversy for Using a Pink Triangle Symbol in Its Pride Collection
The pink triangle symbol has dark roots among the LGBTQ+ community.
Jill Sobule, “I Kissed a Girl” Singer, Died at Age 66 While on Tour — Here’s What Happened
"Jill Sobule was a force of nature and human rights advocate whose music is woven into our culture."
Alliya Wants Shawn To Stop Using Her Deadname, “Douglas,” on ‘90 Day Fiancé’ (EXCLUSIVE CLIP)
"Alliya has to kind of remember that there would be no Shawn and Alliya if there was no Shawn and Douglas."
‘Severance’ Star Tramell Tillman Is Single, but Knows What He Wants
"I’m old-school. It’s harder for people to want to court now."
Jack Lorentzen Died Suddenly, but His Legacy Lives Through His Fiancé, Jack Ciapciak
Jack Lorentzen and Jack Ciapciak became engaged two months before Lorentzen's death on Christmas Eve 2022.
What Does “Gay Baby Jail” Mean? Brittney Griner’s Note Was an Unfortunate Misunderstanding
Brittney Griner, an openly gay WNBA player, received the note in a hotel room after being released from prison in 2023.
What Does “Chopped” Mean? The Insulting Slang Term Is Rooted in Black and LGBTQ+ Culture
The term can be used in multiple ways, but is almost always used to offend.
Chappell Roan’s Reason for Wearing White Makeup All the Time Is as Iconic as She Is
The "Good Luck, Babe" artist's drag queen-inspired makeup is an act of protest, and we can't get enough!
Meri and Kody Brown’s Child, Leon, Lives a Private Life Away From ‘Sister Wives'
Leon hasn't appeared on 'Sister Wives' since 2020.
Rumor Has It Original Glinda Billie Burke Had a Relationship With a Female Director
Dorothy Arzner was also rumored to have affairs with Katherine Hepburn and Joan Crawford.
'Wicked' Star Marissa Bode and Her Girlfriend Are the Cutest — a Look Into Their Romance
We couldn't be happier for the actor and her real-life love!
Jenna Lyons Revealed Something About Herself on 'RHONY' She Hadn't Shared With Her Son
The fashionista co-parents her son, Beckett, with her ex-husband, Vincent Mazeau.
Cynthia Erivo Has Been Called A "Homewrecker" — What's the Tea?
The 'Wicked' star's rumored relationship with Lena Waithe may have something to do with the unflattering label.
Lena Waithe and Cynthia Erivo Love Keeping Us Guessing About Their Relationship
The possible item began sparking dating rumors in 2020.
Sasha Colby Would Love to Return to 'RuPaul's Drag Race' for All Stars Season (EXCLUSIVE)
"I always love a good competition, so bring it on," she told 'Distractify.'
Sasha Colby Says 'RuPaul's Drag Race' Gave Her Confidence to Use Her Voice (EXCLUSIVE)
"Drag is a form of protest, and voting goes hand in hand with that," Sasha said.
Racquel Chevremont's Ex-Husband May Have Been the Reason She Booked 'RHONY' Season 15
The 'RHONY' newbie's ex-husband is also the father of her two children, Corey Jr. and Elle.
Tegan Quin Says Tegan and Sara's Catfish "Systematically Destroyed" Her Life
The band's hacker is the subject of Hulu's documentary, 'Fanatical: The Catfishing of Tegan and Sara.'
Kehlani and Victoria Monét's Secret Relationship Didn't Stay Hidden for Long
The singers discussed their short-lived romance through music and in interviews.
Gabby Windey Talks LGBTQ Representation in the 'Bachelor' Franchise: "We're Well on Our Way" (EXCLUSIVE)
"It would be really refreshing, but it will take time," Gabby Windey told 'Distractify' about introducing an LGBTQ+ love story in the 'Bachelor' franchise.
The Creative Mind Behind the Banana Costume at the Emmys Is a 'RuPaul's Drag Race' Champ
The person underneath the costume further milked a memorable 'Drag Race' moment at the Emmys.
Sound Off: Trying to Profit off of Trans Creators Isn’t “Very Demure, Very Mindful”
Jools and many other trans and LGBTQ+ influencers are often the last to profit from their work.
Kacie From 'The Anonymous' Discusses Her Treacherous Elimination (EXCLUSIVE)
"While I did experience some anxiety after filming wrapped... I would definitely do it again."
Kehlani and Javaughn Young-White's Relationship Timeline Was Good Until It Wasn't
The exes' public issues began after Javaughn filed for custody of his and Kehlani's daughter, Adeya.
Kehlani Privately Got Married — and Divorced — Within a 3-Month Timeframe
Kehlani and their estranged wife, Mariel Gomerez, married in Vegas on April 20, 2024.
Billy Bean Led a Quiet Life With His Husband, Greg Baker
Billy and his husband were adored by the late MLB star's fans.
Mets Fans Are Obsessed With a Giant Purple McDonald's Mascot — The "Grimace Effect" Is Real
The Grimace Effect is in full swing after the Mets have gone 10-2 since he threw out the ceremonial pitch, and fans are obsessed.