It’s been Celebrity Week™ when it comes to queer good news. Anderson Cooper opened up about the joys of co-parenting with his ex, Elliot Page shared how exhilarating it felt to do a shirtless scene in his new movie, and John Waters finally got a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. He said he’s “closer to the gutter than ever.”
Here are this week’s most popular positive stories with some fun social media posts tossed in too. Like seeing uplifting content like this? Sign up for our Good News email.
Why do gay men talk like that?
Science has an explanation, but what does Dolly Parton have to do with it?
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While it’s been proven that people can identify a gay man by his voice, science has also explained other complicated queer topics, such as: Are people with older brothers more likely to be gay? Are stupid people more likely to be homophobic? And why do gay men love iced coffee so much?
Pete Buttigieg completed a 70-mile triathlon & the internet got an endorphin high
A 1.2-mile swim, a 56-mile bike ride, and a 13.1-mile run. I barely finished breakfast.
Tommy had the perfect clapback when someone’s mom told him only girls can wear nail polish
Little Tommy scored a touchdown at football practice.
The world’s first school for trans students isn’t just building bright futures. It’s saving lives
We spoke to administrators and students to find out more.
Texas church launches program to help fund transgender kids’ healthcare
They really don’t want to be congratulated for helping parents take their kids out of state.
Parents tried to stir outrage over a trans homecoming queen. Students shut them down
Apparently, they forgot the kids voted for her — until the kids reminded them.
Meet the NFL’s first transgender cheerleader
She’s not just a cheerleader. She’s a leader.
Queer Beyoncé fan missed concert after airline couldn’t fit his wheelchair. She sent a jet
A story about the positive power of social media.
A heartwarming photo of a boy in a dress has given the internet a case of the awws
Now, that’s good parenting.
Extra Treats
- INTO: This TikTok features maybe the funniest, messiest gay hookup ever
- QUEERTY: Do ghosts believe in themselves?
- GAYCITIES: 10 unique things to do in San Diego
- SOCIAL: A lesbian anthem for the ages
- MUSIC: Can you feel Kyle Minogue’s tension?
I hope you have a great weekend. And don’t forget, voting is only open for LGBTQ Nation’s 2023 Heroes of the Year awards for a few more days!
