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LGBTQ+ “American Idol” alums speak out about mistreatment in the show’s early years
Former contestants suggested the show intentionally set them up for ridicule because of their perceived sexual identity and gender expression.
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These 20 unforgettable LGBTQ+ reality TV stars made history & warmed hearts
While it might be a guilty pleasure, we still love these LGBTQ+ reality TV stars, making our television time that much more queer.
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Trans ‘American Idol’ contestant blows judges away & gets standing ovation from Katy Perry
Her emotional rendition of Sara Bareilles’ ballad “She Used To Be Mine” was inspired by her experience coming out.
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Billy Porter tells Jennifer Hudson why he stopped watching ‘American Idol’ after she was eliminated
Porter’s memory of the first time he spoke to Hudson has lit up social media. It was also when he stopped watching “American Idol.”
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American Idol phenomenon Sanjaya comes out as bisexual
The ponyhawked teen troubadour made his debut on the original and wildly popular Idol in 2006.
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Out American Idol singer Clay Aiken announces second bid for Congress
Whoever wins the primary is expected to win the general election in the strongly-Democratic district.
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David Archuleta reveals he previously came out as gay. Now he’s “still trying to figure things out.”
The former teen sensation wrote, “Idk what to make of it and I don’t have all the answers. I just invite you to please consider making room to be more understanding and compassionate” to “those who are LGBTQIA+… like myself.”
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Trans teen trying out for “American Idol” wows America… even Gene Simmons
Gene Simmons even called out the judges for not seeing the trans teen’s star quality.
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Adam Lambert wants a biopic on George Michael’s life. Even if he has to star in it.
Will one out singer-songwriter finally get the opportunity to play another? We know they could both handle a Queen song.
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Out American Idol contestant Jeremiah Lloyd’s duet with a Broadway star floored the judges
It’s hard to hold your own with a Tony Award winning actress. But Jeremiah Lloyd Harmon made it look effortless.