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Ex Corrie and dinnerladies star Shobna Ghulati has come out as non binary.
(Pic courtesy of Metro UK)

March 21, 2025 at 10:22 AM

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It's been reported they suffered a cardiac arrest after taking retained according to the coroner

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Drag Race UK star The Vivienne 'died after taking ketamine'

James Lee Williams, who performed as the drag queen and won the first series of the BBC show, was found dead at their home in Cheshire on January 5

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March 17, 2025 at 7:53 PM

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Are you into your horoscopes? Here's what's in store for you this week,courtesy of @metro.co.uk

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Your weekly tarot horoscope reading for March 17 to March 23

Get ready for a new week.

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March 16, 2025 at 9:17 AM

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Olly Alexander and ex Little Mix star Leigh-Anne will perform at Manchester Pride

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Olly Alexander and Leigh-Anne to perform at Manchester Pride - BBC News

They will be joined by Broadway star Billy Porter and Sister Sledge for the August event.

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March 14, 2025 at 6:11 PM

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Steadman Pearson,one fifth of UK family group Five Star,has died at the age of 60

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Five Star singer Stedman Pearson dies at 60

The Eighties star enjoyed huge success with his band including notching six Top 10 singles, including hit Rain or Shine which reached No2 in the charts.

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March 13, 2025 at 1:01 PM

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Simon Fisher-Becker,who starred as The Fat Friar in the first Harry Potter movie and Dr. Who star,has died aged 63

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Gay Doctor Who and Harry Potter star dies aged 63

Simon Fisher-Becker, a British actor who appeared in Doctor Who and Harry Potter, has sadly passed away at the age of 61.

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March 13, 2025 at 10:37 AM

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David Raven,also known as Drag queen Maisie Trollette,has passed away aged 91

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David Raven aka Maisie Trollette has passed away at the age of 91

Brighton celebrity and star of the cabaret world David Raven, otherwise known by his drag persona Maisie Trollette, has passed away at the age of 91. During his long and distinguished career David …

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March 12, 2025 at 11:32 AM

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Sir Ian McKellan urges gay actors to "come out and get into the sunshine"

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Sir Ian McKellen urges queer actors to come out: 'Get into the sunshine'

Queer Icon and Lord of the Rings actor Sir Ian McKellen has urged LGBTQ+ actors in the closet to come out.

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March 12, 2025 at 10:42 AM

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Wisconsin's oldest gay bar owned by Drag Race superstar,Trixie Mattel,has now closed

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Wisconsin's oldest gay bar, co-owned by Trixie Mattel, has now closed

"It would've been irresponsible of us to think that throwing more money at the problem would fix it," This Is It! co-owner George Schneider wrote.

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March 11, 2025 at 9:43 PM

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Love Is Blind star goes viral for jilting lover at altar over LGBTQ+ rights and BLM

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Love Is Blind star goes viral for rejecting fiancé over LGBTQ+ stance

Love Is Blind US star Sara Carton has gone viral after rejecting her fiancé for being too 'ignorant' when it came to progressive politics.

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March 11, 2025 at 1:17 PM

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Lady Gaga's new album,Mayhem,is out now.
And it's received rave reviews.

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Lady Gaga unleashes 'Mayhem,' and the gays are spiraling

The Little Monsters' paws have never been more up.

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March 8, 2025 at 10:44 AM

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Jennifer Coolidge has some bad news for fans of #TheWhiteLotus

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Jennifer Coolidge's response to fans hoping for her White Lotus revival

Jennifer Coolidge has issued a four-word response to fans that are hoping for her to have a revival on The White Lotus.

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March 6, 2025 at 10:26 PM

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Fans of cult series Our Flag Means Death have raised $85,000 to help trans youth

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Our Flag Means Death fans have raised more than $85,000 to help trans youth

Fans of much-loved gay pirate romp Our Flag Means Death fans have raised more than $85,000 (£66,300) to help trans youngsters in need.

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March 6, 2025 at 6:29 PM

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If you're in or around #Middlesbrough tomorrow night,get yourself along to Sapphires.
Lady And The Camp,with Miss Amber and Paul Morgan.
Doors open from 9pm! 🌈🏳️‍⚧️

March 6, 2025 at 3:03 PM

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Organisers of #ManchesterPride announce major change and new venue for 2025

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Manchester Pride announces major change and new venue for 2025 return

The changes represent 'the next step' for Manchester Pride

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March 6, 2025 at 10:22 AM

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Heartwarming video of straight man supporting his gay friend at last Saturday's #SydneyMardiGras
"Protect Will at all costs!"

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