Presales start Wednesday, March 11, from 10 a.m. to 11:59 p.m. local time using the code BOSCO2026. General tickets go on sale Friday, March 13, at 10 a.m. local time via dragfans.com.

Directed, co-written, and co-produced by Bosco herself, The Marvelous Miss Gender promises a cinematic, two-act experience that blends comic book flair, burlesque, and theatrical spectacle. Audiences follow Bosco’s alter ego, the supervillain Miss Gender, through a world of jewel heists, chase sequences, champagne toasts, and clashes with formidable foes.

Drawing inspiration from Batman: The Animated Series, Kill Bill, Elvira, and Pee-wee’s Playhouse, the show layers dance, lip-syncs, high-fashion, stand-up, and campy storytelling. Bosco’s signature humor and showgirl presence aim to leave audiences laughing, intrigued, and breathless.

“I am thrilled to launch my first solo tour with The Marvelous Miss Gender,” Bosco said. “This show has been in my notes app for years. After performing, producing, and writing on the road, the timing finally felt right to bring it to life with an incredible team behind me. It’s a love letter to analog theater, practical effects, and tactile stagecraft—something audiences can truly feel.”

Bosco’s production is engineered for immersive theater. The show will feature practical stage effects, giant props, forced perspective sets, artist-illustrated backdrops, and hypnotic video elements. Every detail, from choreography to costume design, reflects Bosco’s years as a dancer, choreographer, director, and producer.

Running two hours with a 20-minute intermission, the show is designed for guests 18 and older. Doors open at 7 p.m., with curtain at 8 p.m. Reserved seats range from $45–$129. A VIP package, priced at $99, includes a pre-show meet-and-greet with Bosco.

Bosco is best known for starring on RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 10 (2025) and reaching the finals of RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 14 (2022). Her career spans sold-out international tours, runway appearances at New York Fashion Week, a Las Vegas residency, and a Paramount-produced documentary. In Seattle, she founded Grindhaus, the city’s premier drag showcase, solidifying her reputation as a multifaceted entertainer.

July:

• July 8 – Detroit, MI (Royal Oak Music Theatre)
• July 9 – Cleveland, OH (Agora Theater)
• July 10 – New York, NY (Town Hall)
• July 11 – Washington, D.C. (Warner Theatre)
• July 12 – Pittsburgh, PA (Roxian Theatre)
• July 14 – Boston, MA (The Wilbur)
• July 15 – Philadelphia, PA (The Fillmore)
• July 16 – Raleigh, NC (Fletcher Opera Theatre)
• July 17 – Knoxville, TN (Bijou Theatre)
• July 18 – Atlanta, GA (Center Stage)
• July 19 – Orlando, FL (Plaza Live)
• July 21 – New Orleans, LA (Civic Theatre)
• July 22 – Houston, TX (House of Blues)
• July 23 – Dallas, TX (House of Blues)
• July 24 – Austin, TX (Emo’s)
• July 25 – San Antonio, TX (Aztec Theatre)
• July 28 – Palm Springs, CA (Plaza Theatre)
• July 29 – Las Vegas, NV (House of Blues)
• July 30 – Los Angeles, CA (The Wiltern)
• July 31 – Phoenix, AZ (The Van Buren)

August:

• August 1 – San Diego, CA (Observatory North Park)
• August 2 – San Francisco, CA (Palace of Fine Arts)
• August 4 – Portland, OR (Newmark Theatre)
• August 5 – Boise, ID (Egyptian Theatre)
• August 7 – Salt Lake City, UT (The Complex)
• August 8 – Denver, CO (The Fillmore)
• August 10 – Tulsa, OK (Cain’s Ballroom)
• August 11 – Kansas City, MO (Folly Theater)
• August 12 – Minneapolis, MN (Pantages Theatre)
• August 13 – Chicago, IL (Vic Theatre)
• August 14 – St. Louis, MO (The Pageant)
• August 15 – Columbus, OH (Lincoln Theatre)
• August 16 – Buffalo, NY (Shea’s 710 Theatre)

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Produced by New York Road Runners, the nonprofit that “runs” New York City, the race has grown into the largest half marathon in the United States since its debut in 2006. The organization, which hosts more than 60 adult and youth races annually and also produces the TCS New York City Marathon, expects tens of thousands of participants from around the world to take part this year. More information about the organization and its programs can be found at nyrr.org.

The course itself is part of the draw. Runners begin near Prospect Park in Brooklyn, cross the Brooklyn Bridge and wind through Manhattan before finishing in Central Park. Along the way, the route cuts through Times Square, one of the rare moments each year the famous intersection closes to traffic.

Among the thousands of runners are three athletes whose journeys to the starting line reveal how running can reshape lives.

For Brooklyn runner Kade Cahe, the race represents a milestone years in the making.

Cahe began running during the early months of the pandemic while caring for a parent with Alzheimer’s and navigating personal loss. Prospect Park, just steps from their home, became the starting point of that journey.

“I just had to make that first step,” Cahe told Gayety. “I live right by Prospect Park, so it was the perfect space. I’d see neighbors out there walking or jogging and thought, ‘OK, I’ve just got to start.’”

At the time, the idea of running a half marathon felt far off. Injuries and physical therapy slowed progress along the way.

“I literally did not see myself making it from a 5K to a half marathon,” Cahe said. “Sixteen weeks ago I was asking myself how I’d even reach 10 miles. Now I’ve run 13, and I feel ready.”

This weekend’s race carries another layer of meaning. Cahe is running with Team for Climate and will be the first nonbinary athlete on the team.

“I’m happy to represent,” they said. “I’m trying to get a lot of my trans and nonbinary friends to run too, not necessarily racing, but just getting outside. It’s important for our mental health.”

Running also connects to Cahe’s long-standing climate activism. Growing up in communities heavily affected by pollution shaped their views about wellness and environmental justice.

“When I’m running, I think about gratitude,” Cahe said. “Grateful for the parks, grateful for the people who make these spaces possible.”

And on race day, every step along the route holds meaning.

“The whole course matters to me,” Cahe said. “Starting in my neighborhood, running the Brooklyn Bridge and finishing in Central Park — that’s the beginning and the continuation of my running journey.”

For Brandon Allmon-Jackson, the United Airlines NYC Half arrives during a moment few runners could imagine.

The Broadway stage manager from Newark, New Jersey, is currently undergoing chemotherapy for stage-four colon cancer.

Yet he never considered stepping away from the race.

“I needed to look cancer in its face and say, ‘You’re here, but you don’t get to stop me,’” Allmon-Jackson said. “Otherwise I’d be sitting at home feeling defeated.”

Balancing training with treatment has meant adapting to intense side effects, including neuropathy and sensitivity to cold temperatures — especially challenging during a harsh New York winter.

“Some days it was figuring things out hour by hour,” he said. “But I kept reminding myself that I wanted to do this.”

Sharing his diagnosis publicly also became part of the mission. Colon cancer diagnoses are rising among younger adults, and Allmon-Jackson hopes his story encourages people to take symptoms seriously and get screened earlier.

“It’s becoming so common in people in their 30s,” he said. “If sharing my story helps even one person catch it early, that means everything.”

Support from the Broadway community has helped carry him through the process. Former castmates, colleagues and friends have rallied around him.

“I’ve never felt so loved,” he said. “People I worked with years ago have reached out.”

Race day will also include a moment uniquely meaningful to him, running through Times Square.

“That’s my stomping ground,” Allmon-Jackson said. “Times Square is only closed twice a year, so to run through it is incredible.”

His playlist reflects that energy. One song sits ready for the final stretch: Beyoncé and Kendrick Lamar’s “Freedom.”

“When that song hits, it’s going to push me all the way to the finish line,” he said.

Crossing that line in Central Park will represent far more than a completed race.

“It’s about everything that’s happened the last few months,” he said. “Achieving the goal for myself, and for everyone who’s supported me.”

For Kameron Johnson, a middle school teacher in Silver Spring, Maryland, running started during a period of instability and exhaustion.

What began as a single invitation from a friend turned into a new purpose.

“Even though I might run this race alone, I didn’t get to the starting line alone,” Johnson said. “Community is everything.”

Johnson, who identifies as Black and LGBTQ+, said visibility matters in spaces where many people still struggle to see themselves represented.

“You either take me or leave me — you’re getting the full package,” he said with a laugh. “We’re more than just one part of who we are. We belong in these spaces too.”

His students have followed his training closely.

“It’s a running joke at school,” Johnson said. “They keep asking, ‘Are you going to run your little race?’”

Behind the teasing is curiosity and inspiration.

“Some of them can’t imagine running a mile,” he said. “So when they see someone who looks like them doing it, it changes their mindset.”

Johnson plans to soak in every moment of the course, especially the Brooklyn Bridge.

“That’s going to be the moment where it hits me,” he said. “Like, wow — I’m really here.”

When the miles grow difficult, he returns to a mantra that carried him through training.

“I didn’t get this far just to come this far,” he said.

The United Airlines NYC Half brings runners from across the world to New York City each year. Yet the race also serves as a reminder that every participant arrives with their own story.

For Cahe, Allmon-Jackson and Johnson, the 13.1-mile route is more than a test of endurance. It’s a celebration of identity, resilience and community.

And as Cahe puts it, finishing the race isn’t about speed.

“No matter how you cross the finish line,” they said, “we’re all getting the same medal.”

The event is part of the year-round programming produced by New York Road Runners, the nonprofit dedicated to building healthier lives through running and community initiatives across New York City. Readers can learn more about the organization, its races and youth programs by visiting nyrr.org.

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Netflix confirmed that a follow-up to the record-breaking animated hit is in development, with directors Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans returning to lead the next chapter. The project will also mark the first release under the duo’s new multi-year writing-and-directing partnership with Netflix across animation.

After becoming the most-watched Netflix film of all time, the supernatural K-pop adventure is gearing up to expand its universe.

“I feel immense pride as a Korean filmmaker that the audience wants more from this Korean story and our Korean characters,” Kang said in a statement. “There’s so much more to this world we have built, and I’m excited to show you. This is only the beginning.”

Since its June 2025 debut, KPop Demon Hunters has dominated streaming and music charts alike.

The film has surpassed 500 million views worldwide on Netflix, cementing its place as the platform’s most popular movie to date. Its fictional girl group HUNTR/X also made music history, becoming the first K-pop girl group to reach No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100.

Their hit track “Golden” took things even further, becoming the first K-pop song ever to win a Grammy Award. The film’s success has also translated to awards season, with nominations at the Academy Awards for Best Animated Feature and Best Original Song.

Netflix Chief Content Officer Bela Bajaria said the movie sparked a global fandom that transcended cultures and genres.

“With KPop Demon Hunters, Maggie and Chris didn’t just reach audiences, they ignited a global fandom that crossed languages, generations, and genres,” Bajaria said. “We’re incredibly proud to deepen our partnership with them.”

Part of what makes KPop Demon Hunters resonate so deeply with audiences is that beneath the dazzling animation, K-pop spectacle, and demon-slaying action, the story taps into something profoundly human: the struggle to accept who you are. The film frames its supernatural battles as metaphors for the internal “demons” many people face: shame, insecurity, and the fear of being seen for who they truly are.

In an interview with Gayety, Arden Cho, who voices Rumi, explained that the character’s journey is rooted in an identity crisis and the pressure to live up to expectations, something many viewers relate to. Director Maggie Kang even likened Rumi’s arc to “coming out of the closet,” highlighting the film’s intentional parallels to experiences of self-discovery and acceptance. Combined with its themes of chosen family, community, and self-love, the story hits especially hard for viewers who have ever felt the need to hide parts of themselves, making the film not just a thrilling fantasy but an empowering message about embracing your true identity.

Produced alongside Sony Pictures Animation, the original film introduced audiences to HUNTR/X — a K-pop supergroup whose members secretly moonlight as demon hunters.

When they’re not selling out arenas, Rumi, Mira, and Zoey protect their fans from supernatural threats lurking in the shadows. In the first film, their biggest challenge was the Saja Boys, a rival boy band secretly made up of demons.

According to the filmmakers, the sequel will push the characters into new territory.

“These characters are like family to us, their world has become our second home,” Appelhans said. “We’re excited to write their next chapter, challenge them, and watch them evolve — and continue pushing the boundaries of how music, animation, and story can come together.”

For Netflix, the sequel signals the beginning of a much bigger universe.

Netflix Film chairman Dan Lin praised the filmmakers for taking a creative risk that ultimately paid off in historic fashion.

“Maggie and Chris were brave enough to take a bold creative swing by telling a story that was both deeply personal and broke cultural barriers,” Lin said. “There’s so much more story to tell, and we can’t wait to bring more HUNTR/X to fans everywhere.”

With the sequel now officially in development, one thing is clear: the HUNTR/X era is far from over.

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In a new promo video shared on Saturday Night Live’s social media, the Grammy-winning artist is casually munching on a pastry when he walks in on comedian Marcello Hernández in a rather unexpected state. Hernández appears to be attempting a full Harry Styles transformation, borrowing the singer’s outfit and copying his haircut in an effort to “replace him.”

“I thought you weren’t coming so I thought I would just go on as your understudy.”

The “Aperture” singer then explains he was out getting a pain au chocolat with Kenan Thompson, a tradition they do everytime he hosts. The last time Styles took the Studio 8H stage was in 2019 after he released his second album, Fine Line.

Though Marcello Hernández has the dance moves and outfit down, he steps aside to hold Harry Styles’ pastry, letting the pop star step in and announce his SNL takeover.

Styles even made a surprise appearance on the SNL stage a week early. The singer popped up during Ryan Gosling’s monologue last week, drawing cheers from the audience as he briefly joined the moment before stepping aside. The cameo offered fans a playful preview of his upcoming takeover and proved Styles is already getting comfortable back inside Studio 8H.

Oh, it’s happening!

His episode will air on March 14 at 11:30 p.m. ET/PT on NBC. 

Harry Styles will perform songs from his new album, Kiss All The Time. Disco, Occasionally., which was released on March 6. He previously dropped the single “Aperture,” along with music videos for both “Aperture” and “American Girls.” Earlier this month, Styles also performed the entire album during a One Night Only show in Manchester, which was recorded live and released on Netflix earlier this week.

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As AMC teases the April 30 premiere of The Devil Wears Prada 2, fans have been sent into a frenzy over a single item: a structured, top-handle popcorn bag that could sit front-row at Paris Fashion Week without raising an eyebrow. AMC’s Instagram post reads: “Get access to the highly anticipated high-fashion sequel and Runway-worthy exclusives. See THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2 fashionably early at our Opening Night Event on 4/30 and more!”

Twenty years after the original, Miranda Priestly (Meryl Streep) is back, icy as ever, and still running Runway with precision. Anne Hathaway reprises her role as Andrea Sachs, whose morning routine now includes a wake-up call from Priestly herself, pajamas and all.

The plot picks up with Priestly facing competition from Emily Charlton (Emily Blunt), her former assistant turned rival executive, over advertising revenue in a world where print media is struggling. Priestly, nearing retirement, isn’t about to go quietly, and the trailer hints at her trademark icy perfection still very much intact.

For fans of the original, the film recalls classic moments like Priestly’s unforgettable lesson in “cerulean blue,” showing how even a simple sweater can carry subtle messaging straight from the catwalk.

But let’s be real, the conversation online isn’t about the storyline. It’s about the popcorn bag. Modeled after a high-fashion handbag, the AMC-exclusive piece is designed to hold your snacks—or your phone and lipstick if you’re feeling extra. Minimalist, chic, and structured, it’s part nostalgia, part meta commentary on a movie that made fashion statements part of pop culture.

Social media reactions have been instant. Reddit threads that usually mock novelty cinema merchandise have pivoted to genuine obsession. One user admitted, “i usually hate the novelty popcorn buckets but kinda obsessed with this one,” while Instagram followers celebrated booking opening night tickets just to snag the purse.

AMC is leaning into irony and nostalgia, appealing to fans who remember memorizing every blink and line from the first movie. Carrying this little purse feels like being in on a joke that only true devotees can fully appreciate.

This isn’t just merch, it’s a moment (THE moment if you ask me). Fans dressed for the premiere can stroll in, snack in hand, knowing they’re part of a two-decade-long celebration of style, ambition, and a little bit of drama. The purse is a wink to the high-low culture the original film captured: elegance meets everyday life, and for a few lucky viewers, the concession stand becomes a runway.

If you’re planning to snag one, check your local AMC listings. The line might rival a boutique sample sale, but for this piece of Runway history? Totally worth it. After all, as Priestly might say: everyone wants to be us.

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Feliz stars as Roxie Alba, the 113’s lead paramedic and in-house physician on the newest installment of the popular 9-1-1 franchise. The ABC series blends high-stakes rescues with personal drama, set against the backdrop of Nashville. For Feliz, the role is more than just another procedural character, it connects directly to her own past.

“What I love about it is that she’s the one calling the shots when it comes to the medical stuff,” Feliz told Gayety in an exclusive interview. “She’s kind of like Don’s right hand. He has his lieutenant, and then he has me. I lead the ship when it comes to anything medical.”

Roxie stands out in the world of first responders because she brings an unusual skill set to the field. Before joining the team, the character worked as a trauma surgeon, a background that allows her to push the limits of what paramedics typically do during emergencies.

“She’s a former trauma surgeon, so she has this skill set she’s able to use out in the field that a typical paramedic wouldn’t use,” Feliz said.

The role also gave the actor a chance to reconnect with her own academic background.

“I studied bioengineering in college at Harvard and then worked in the bioengineering field for years,” she explained. “It’s really awesome to merge a world I used to be part of with what I do now. I get to execute some of those things and do these medical scenes.”

While Feliz wasn’t treating patients in real life, she said understanding the science behind the procedures adds another layer to the performance.

“In some ways I get to step into it and feel like I know what I’m doing,” she said. “It’s empowering.”

The 9-1-1 universe is known for dramatic emergencies, explosions, disasters and life-or-death rescues. Roxie’s role often places her directly in the middle of that chaos.

According to Feliz, the character has a rare ability to block out distractions and focus on the task at hand.

“She thrives in chaos,” the actor said. “She’s one of those people that when there’s a lot going on, she’s able to tune it out and focus on what’s at hand.”

Roxie’s priority is simple: keep people alive long enough to reach the hospital.

“The most important thing is helping somebody and saving a life,” Feliz said. “She’s not afraid to put herself in danger. At the end of the day, it’s about getting this person to safety.”

Her surgical background fuels that confidence.

“She’s not afraid to do things in the field that other people wouldn’t,” Feliz said. “She has the skill set, and she really bets on herself.”

Feliz, who is queer and Latina, said representation plays a meaningful role in how she approaches her work. But she appreciates that Roxie’s identity isn’t the first thing audiences learn about her.

“One of the cool things about this show is that we didn’t lead in with Roxie being a lesbian,” she said. “We got to know her as a person first — how she moves in the field and what drives her.”

For Feliz, that approach reflects the real world.

“We’re everywhere,” she said. “We are first responders. We exist in all spaces and should be able to exist in all spaces.”

The actor added that authenticity matters when portraying queer characters.

“I love being able to portray them because I feel like I bring something authentic,” she said. “I have lived experiences, coming out, falling in love, getting my heart broken.”

Now married with a wife and daughter, Feliz sees her work as a way to help younger viewers feel less alone.

“I want a young Juani out there to see herself on screen and not feel so alone as she’s coming to terms with her identity,” she said. “I wish I had that growing up.”

When asked what her younger self might think about playing Roxie Alba, Feliz laughed.

“I think she’d be like, ‘Get out. What do you mean?’” she said. “You play this queer character who’s intelligent and badass and running around saving lives in firefighter gear?”

The actor says the parallels between herself and Roxie make the opportunity feel even more meaningful.

“There are so many parallels between Roxie and I,” she said. “And her story isn’t just about being gay. It’s about so many things, because we are so many things as humans.”

The 9-1-1 franchise has never shied away from wild storylines, and Feliz hinted that an upcoming episode may spark debate among viewers.

“There’s an emergency coming up that really puts Roxie in a tough predicament,” she said. “When I read the script, I was like, ‘Are we really doing this?’”

Without revealing details, the situation forces Roxie to weigh ethics against her instinct to save someone’s life.

“She’s kind of pushed against the wall and has to make an immoral, or ethical, decision,” Feliz said. “It’s about asking, ‘What am I going to do in this situation?’”

Feliz suspects the storyline could generate conversation.

“It’s a weird little emergency,” she said with a laugh. “But I think it’s going to create a lot of buzz.”

For now, audiences will have to tune in to see how Roxie handles the moment, and whether her fearless instincts help her find the answer.

9-1-1: Nashville releases new episodes on Thursday nights at 9/8c on ABC

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Headlining the three-day event are the legendary girl group The Pussycat Dolls alongside pop powerhouse Ava Max and rising British star JADE. The festival runs June 5–7, 2026 as part of the larger WeHo Pride celebration in West Hollywood.

Tickets go on sale March 13 at 10 a.m. PT.

For longtime fans, the biggest headline may be the return of The Pussycat Dolls to Los Angeles. The group, featuring Nicole Scherzinger, Kimberly Wyatt, and Ashley Roberts, will make OUTLOUD their only L.A. stop during their newly announced world tour.

In a statement, the group acknowledged the role queer audiences have played in their success.

“Our LGBTQ+ fans have been with us from the start,” the group said. “Headlining OUTLOUD at WeHo Pride—and making it our Los Angeles tour stop, feels incredibly meaningful.”

Produced by the events agency JJLA, OUTLOUD has grown into one of the most recognizable Pride music festivals in the United States. The 2026 edition leans heavily into pop and club music, pairing global stars with artists embraced by LGBTQ+ audiences.

Beyond the headliners, this year’s lineup includes:

• Ashlee Simpson
• Confidence Man
• FLO
• Melanie C performing a live DJ set
• Destin Conrad
• Hercules & Love Affair
• Baby Tate
• MNEK
• Daya
• Countess Luann

The bill also features a mix of club performers and rising acts, including Isabella Lovestory, Jae Stephens, Aliyah’s Interlude, LSDXOXO, ALTÉGO, Leland, and flowerovlove.

Hosts returning to guide the weekend include Ryan Mitchell, Hannah Rad, Arisce Wanzer, and Billy Francesca, familiar faces for regular OUTLOUD attendees.

OUTLOUD founder Jeff Consoletti said the 2026 lineup reflects a moment where pop music and queer culture are tightly linked.

“We’re in the middle of a pop girl resurgence,” Consoletti said. “Artists like The Pussycat Dolls, JADE, and Ava Max represent where pop is headed, and our audience has always been ahead of the curve.”

Since launching the festival, OUTLOUD has focused on giving LGBTQ+ artists a prominent stage. Over the years, performers have included Kylie Minogue, Lizzo, Doechii, Paris Hilton, Grace Jones, and Kesha.

Publications including Rolling Stone and Billboard have previously praised the event for spotlighting queer talent alongside major pop names.

The festival remains a central part of the city’s Pride programming. John Heilman said the event reinforces West Hollywood’s identity as a global LGBTQ+ destination.

“WeHo Pride reflects the spirit of our community,” Heilman said in a statement. “Events like OUTLOUD bring people from around the world together to celebrate equality, resilience, and joy.”

In addition to the concert lineup, Pride weekend will include the WeHo Pride Parade, Dyke March, Women’s Freedom Festival, the WeHo Street Fair, and a range of arts and community events throughout the city.

Weekend passes for the festival start at $179 for general admission, with VIP passes priced at $379 and Super VIP packages at $899, before taxes and fees. A payment plan option is available for general admission weekend passes with a $50 deposit.

All weekend passes include entry to WeHo Pride Presents Friday Night at OUTLOUD, which traditionally opens the celebration.

Single-day schedules and additional performers are expected to be announced in the coming weeks.

For visitors traveling to Pride, the festival has also partnered with the nightlife brand Poof Doof to provide hotel packages in West Hollywood, placing attendees within walking distance of the main events.

For additional information about OUTLOUD and WeHo Pride, please visit: wehopride.com. 

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The ceremony, hosted by drag superstar Trixie Mattel, will stream March 19 on WOW Presents Plus, World of Wonder’s streaming platform.

This year’s awards spotlighted a wide range of LGBTQ+ voices, from blockbuster films and viral music moments to reality TV standouts and rising digital creators.

The ceremony’s highest honor, the Badass Award, went to actor Jonathan Bailey, whose performances in Bridgerton and Fellow Travelers helped cement him as one of Hollywood’s most visible queer leading men.

Bailey beat out a competitive group of nominees including Grammy winner Doechii, actor Jeff Hiller, basketball star Paige Bueckers, singer Reneé Rapp, and pop legend Ricky Martin.

The award recognizes a public figure who moved culture forward during the past year, whether through advocacy, artistry or cultural influence.

Few stars had a bigger night than Cynthia Erivo, who picked up two trophies for her work connected to Wicked: For Good.

Erivo won Film Performance and also claimed the Read category for her memoir Simply More. The film itself won Drama Movie, marking a strong showing for the musical adaptation in categories celebrating queer storytelling.

Music categories delivered major fan energy.

Lady Gaga’s “Abracadabra” took the Anthem award, beating songs by Chappell Roan, Slayyyter, Demi Lovato, Ashnikko and Ben Platt.

Meanwhile, Conan Gray earned Music Video honors for “Vodka Cranberry.”

Rising girl group KATSEYE captured Breakout Musical Artist, highlighting a new act quickly gaining attention across pop music.

Television categories reflected the growing number of queer-led stories across streaming platforms.

The HBO hockey romance Heated Rivalry won TV Drama, while star François Arnaud took home TV Performance.

Netflix comedy Boots earned TV Comedy, beating well-known series including Hacks and Palm Royale.

Reality competition favorite The Traitors continued its awards streak with a win for Reality TV, and contestant Ezra Sosa picked up Reality TV Star.

Three entertainment figures received special awards recognizing their contributions to LGBTQ+ culture.

Comedy pioneer Margaret Cho received the Icon Award for a career that helped expand visibility for queer and Asian American performers.

Comedian Megan Stalter, known for Hacks and her viral digital sketches, was presented with the Vanguard Award.

Actor and writer Mae Martin accepted the Groundbreaker Award, honoring their work on projects like Feel Good and continued advocacy for nonbinary representation.

Other standout winners included Sarah Paulson, who won Style Icon, and Olympic freestyle skier Gus Kenworthy, who took Sports Hero.

Drag categories also brought plenty of fan enthusiasm. RuPaul’s Drag Race alum Bosco won Drag Royalty, while Suzie Toot earned the fan-voted Future All-Star title.

The digital space saw Dragvestigations win Digital Series, and actor Cheyenne Jackson was crowned Insta-Follow.

Looking ahead, fans voted Red, White & Royal Wedding as the Next Big Thing they’re most excited about in 2026.

Honoring the year’s top LGBTQ+ newsmakers who moved culture forward

• Doechii
• Jeff Hiller
• WINNER: Jonathan Bailey
• Onya Nurve
• Paige Bueckers
• Reneé Rapp
• Ricky Martin
• Tramell Tillman
• Ts Madison
• Vivian Jenna Wilson

Celebrating drag performers with cultural impact beyond the runway

• Aja
• Anania
• WINNER: Bosco
• Brigitte Bandit
• Ginger Minj
• Gloria Groove
• Hedda Lettuce
• King Molasses
• Evah Destruction
• Utica Queen

RuPaul’s Drag Race queens deserving of an All-Stars crown

• Jewels Sparkles
• Joella
• Kori King
• Lady Camden
• Lana Ja’Rae
• Lexi
• Plasma
• Sam Star
• WINNER: Suzie Toot
• Widow Von’Du

• Bad Queers with Kris Chesson & Shana Sumers
• Las Culturistas with Matt Rogers & Bowen Yang
• Outlaws with Ts Madison
• Psychobabble with Korey Kuhl & Tyler Oakley
• So True with Caleb Hearon
• Tea Time with Raven-Symoné & Miranda Maday
• That’s A Gay *ss Podcast with Eric Williams
• WINNER: The Kelly Mantle Show
• The Yestergays with Justin Sylvester & Blakely Thornton
• Therapuss with Jake Shane

• Dylan Kevitch
• Grant & Ash
• Jake Schroeder
• Johnny Sibilly
• Kendahl Landreth
• Nathan Jun
• WINNER: Niecy Nash
• Nirupam
• Tell The Bees
• The Goddess Boys

• WINNER: Cheyenne Jackson
• Hailee and Kendra
• Hunter Gallagher
• Kevin Ortega-Rojas
• Laron Best
• Melissa King
• Stacey Cay
• Star Amerasu
• Studbudz
• Uly Morazan

• WINNER: Caleb Hearon
• Fortune Feimster
• Hannah Einbinder
• James Tom
• Jay Jurden
• Robby Hoffman
• Paris Sashay
• Ren Q. Dawe
• Tig Notaro
• Wally Baram

• Bat Boy: The Musical
• Clarkston
• Color Theories by Julio Torres
• Ginger Twinsies
• Heaux Church
• Messy White Gays
• WINNER: Oh Mary!
• Practice
• Prince F****t
• Saturday Church

• Adam Mac
• Amaarae
• Bentley Robles
• Cain Culto
• CMAT
• Eli
• Gigi Perez
• WINNER: KATSEYE
• Lola Young
• RaiNao

• “Best Guess” – Lucy Dacus
• “Big Ol’ Hammer” – G Flip
• “Boy Crazy” – Kesha
• “Boys” – Frankie Grande
• “Crème Brulée” – David Archuleta
• “Full Time Papi” – Guitarricadelafuente
• “God’s A Raver” – Nemo
• “Good Boy” – Jim Verraros
• “Out Of Body” – Khalid
• WINNER: “Vodka Cranberry” – Conan Gray

• WINNER: “Abracadabra” – Lady Gaga
• “BEAT UP CHANEL$” – Slayyyter
• “Diet Pepsi” – Ben Platt
• “Golden” – HUNTR/X
• “I’m Not A Boy” – Omar Rudberg
• “Fast” – Demi Lovato
• “No Broke Boys” – Disco Lines & Tinashe
• “Overqualified” – Durand Bernarr
• “Sticky Fingers” – Ashnikko
• “The Subway” – Chappell Roan

• A Nice Indian Boy
• Griffin In Summer
• Pillion
• Queens Of The Dead
• Sorry, Baby
• The Parenting
• The Queen Of My Dreams
• The Wedding Banquet
• WINNER: Twinless
• Noah’s Arc: The Movie

• 100 Nights Of Hero
• Before We Forget
• Hedda
• I Wish You All The Best
• Kiss Of The Spider Woman
• On Swift Horses
• Peter Hujar’s Day
• Plainclothes
• The History Of Sound
• WINNER: Wicked: For Good

• Andrew Scott – Blue Moon
• Corey Fogelmanis – I Wish You All The Best
• WINNER: Cynthia Erivo – Wicked: For Good
• Eva Victor – Sorry, Baby
• Karan Soni – A Nice Indian Boy
• Kelly Marie Tran – The Wedding Banquet
• River Gallo – Ponyboi
• Russell Tovey – Plainclothes
• Tessa Thompson – Hedda
• Tonatiuh – Kiss Of The Spider Woman

• Adults
• WINNER: Boots (Netflix)
• Loot
• Hacks
• I Love LA
• Mid-Century Modern
• Overcompensating
• Palm Royale
• Survival Of The Thickest
• The Four Seasons

• WINNER: Heated Rivalry (HBO)
• Olympo
• Pluribus
• Severance
• The Gilded Age
• The Hunting Wives
• The Last Of Us
• The Pitt
• The White Lotus
• Wayward

• Bella Ramsey – The Last Of Us
• Benito Skinner – Overcompensating
• Colman Domingo – The Four Seasons
• Erin Doherty – Adolescence
• WINNER: François Arnaud – Heated Rivalry
• Michaela Jaé Rodriguez – Loot
• Miles Heizer – Boots
• Owen Thiele – Adults
• Pablo Alborán – Breathless
• Supriya Ganesh – The Pitt

• Back To The Frontier
• Below Deck
• Dragula: Titans
• Great British Bake-off
• House Of Villains
• Project Runway
• Survivor
• The Boyfriend
• WINNER: The Traitors (Peacock)
• The Ultimatum: Queer Love

• Accidentally On Purpose – Kristen Kish
• I Wrote This For Attention – Lukas Gage
• Marsha – Tourmaline
• Ni De Aqui, Ni De Alla – Jorge Xolalpa
• Nice Girls Don’t Win – Parvati Shallow
• Paper Doll – Dylan Mulvaney
• Semi-Well-Adjusted Despite Literally Everything – Alyson Stoner
• WINNER: Simply More – Cynthia Erivo
• So Gay For You – Katherine Moennig & Leisha Hailey
• Walk Like A Girl – Prabal Gurung

• Alyssa Thomas
• Amber Glenn
• Becky Hammon
• Blaize Shiek & Louie Conn
• Cal Calamia
• Erik Shoji
• WINNER: Gus Kenworthy
• Jason Collins
• Sue Bird
• Yared Nuguse

• Andrew Christian
• Antoni Porowski
• Brad Goreski
• Conner Ives
• Jeremy Pope
• Lux Pascal
• Nicky Campbell
• WINNER: Sarah Paulson
• Veejay Floresca
• Willy Chavarria

• WINNER: Dragvestigations
• House Guest with Scott Evans
• Happy Endings with Bruno
• King Of Drag
• La Más Draga
• Slayers: Wheel Of Fate
• Hopeless Romantic Society
• Unconventional
• Very Important People
• Wish You Were Queer

• Chrishell Stause
• Emira D’Spain
• WINNER: Ezra Sosa
• Fraser Olender
• Gabby Windey
• Michols Peña
• Nany González
• Pari Kim
• Tiffany “New York” Pollard
• Zelah Glasson

• American Horror Story 13
• Cats: The Jellicle Ball
• Confessions On A Dance Floor Pt. 2
• Heartstopper Forever
• Practical Magic 2
• WINNER: Red, White & Royal Wedding (Amazon Prime Video)
• Scary Movie 6
• Stop! That! Train!
• The Comeback Season 3
• The Devil Wears Prada 2

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The Bell Jar is the only novel written by poet and author Sylvia Plath, and it remains one of the most influential works exploring mental health, identity, and societal expectations.

The story follows Esther Greenwood, a college student who lands a prestigious internship at a magazine but begins struggling with intense pressure, isolation, and depression as she tries to figure out who she is and what her future should look like.

If the deal goes through, Eilish would take on the lead role of Esther.

The film is being produced by Joy Gorman Wettels through her company Joy Coalition alongside Plan B Entertainment and StudioCanal. Focus Features has reportedly landed the project and will distribute the film in the United States.

It’s no secret Eilish has been dominating the charts recently. Her most recent album, Hit Me Hard and Soft (2024), produced Grammy-winning hits like “Birds of a Feather” and “Wildflower.”

And while Eilish is primarily known for her music career, she has already dipped her toes into film.

She won two Academy Awards for Best Original Song: first for “No Time to Die” from the 2021 James Bond film and again for “What Was I Made For?” from the 2023 blockbuster Barbie. The latter helped cement her place as one of the most successful young artists working in Hollywood today.

She also appeared in the Prime Video thriller series Swarm and hosted an episode of Saturday Night Live in 2021. But The Bell Jar would mark her first leading role in a feature film.

Eilish’s music often explores themes of anxiety, vulnerability, and identity — emotional territory that overlaps heavily with the themes at the heart of The Bell Jar.

That connection is part of why the casting has already sparked so much excitement online. Many fans see Eilish’s haunting artistic style as a natural match for the introspective tone of Plath’s novel.

And for audiences who have long connected with the book’s themes of feeling out of place in the world, the project has the potential to resonate deeply with a new generation.

For now, the project remains in development. But if this collaboration comes together, Billie Eilish might soon be stepping into one of literature’s most complex and unforgettable roles.

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And yes, that includes the camp.

Speaking with Gayety, stars Jessica Alexander, Jeremy Pope, and Anthony Ramos reflected on the shocking final moments of the series, the layered themes about beauty and power, and the subtle visual nods that queer viewers will absolutely clock.

The series explores a futuristic world where beauty becomes both a commodity and a weapon. The story blends romance, sci-fi, satire, and social commentary as characters wrestle with the cost of perfection.

By the finale, that commentary hits especially hard.

One of the biggest surprises of the final episode comes from the arc of the show’s billionaire antagonist, played by Ashton Kutcher.

Throughout the series, his character appears cold and unwavering in his mission to reshape the world through the mysterious beauty-altering technology at the story’s center. But in the finale, the character cracks in an unexpected moment of vulnerability.

“I was definitely surprised by that,” Ramos said of the shift. “I was not expecting that.”

Because the cast received scripts gradually, even they didn’t know where the story was headed until late in the shoot.

“We were getting the scripts as we went,” Ramos explained. “Weeks before we ended the show, we were like, ‘We don’t know how this ends.’”

That uncertainty made the final reveal even more striking. Kutcher’s character suddenly shows regret about what he has created, particularly when the consequences begin affecting the people closest to him.

“To see that sadness and to see him go through that, I was like, wow,” Ramos said. “He played it like he didn’t care… like, ‘I’m perfect and I’m going to change the world.’ So it was cool to see that humanity in him.”

Alexander agrees the moment adds an ironic layer to the story’s critique of wealth and power.

“It’s kind of a commentary on how some of the world’s wealthy elite are not necessarily concerned with the negative impacts their creations are causing the world’s population,” she said. “But the moment it’s their nearest and dearest, then it’s a problem.”

While the story delivers drama and social commentary, the show’s visual language may resonate most with queer viewers.

Murphy’s projects have long blended serious themes with hyper-stylized aesthetics, and The Beauty continues that tradition through fashion references and visual Easter eggs scattered throughout the show.

Alexander pointed out one standout moment involving a high-fashion cinematic reference.

“There’s a Givenchy chain metal recall to a Death Becomes Her costume moment,” she said. “High camp. High camp, niche cinematic fashion reference.”

For audiences paying attention, those details are intentional.

Pope explained that Murphy loves embedding pop culture references into emotionally intense scenes.

“He is a person that’s going to have a scene that is very emotional and triggering for the characters,” Pope said, “but she is dressed in a reference from Death Becomes Her for those who are paying attention.

“It’s those little nuances that mean a lot to him that are very pop culture referenced that make it feel camp,” Pope added. “It’s like, if you know, you know.”

Murphy’s work has long resonated with LGBTQ+ audiences, and the cast believes that comes from his commitment to telling stories on his own terms.

“I really admire that he always follows through with his vision,” Pope said.

Rather than chasing trends or trying to please every critic, Murphy creates what excites him creatively.

“He makes what he wants to see,” Pope explained. “There’s an audience and they want this, that, the third, but he’s led by what speaks to him.”

That creative freedom has allowed Murphy to shape television in ways that often center marginalized stories.

“As a queer person, everything we do is unconventional until it’s not,” Pope said. “Ballroom was unconventional until you saw it on Pose and now it becomes something people have access to.”

That same spirit carries over into The Beauty, which blends genres, identities, and perspectives into a chaotic and compelling world.

As Alexander put it, the show ultimately offers “a character for everyone to latch onto.”

While fans are still processing the finale, the cast says the response has already been overwhelming.

Pope noted the show’s international success has been particularly exciting.

“It’s wildly successful internationally,” he said. “To have a show that is number one in other countries and they’re resonating with this thematic journey of exploring beauty and talking about it—that makes it really cool.”

And sometimes, the best feedback comes from the people closest to them. Ramos recalled a message from a former teacher after she finished the final episode.

“She said, ‘Holy f—ing Beauty, this show,’” he laughed. “She was like, ‘I just finished the last episode… I’m so impressed by you, by everyone. Wow.’”

With a finale that blends emotional twists, biting social commentary, and campy fashion references, The Beauty ends exactly how a Ryan Murphy show should: dramatically, stylishly, and with plenty for fans to unpack.

And if the cast has anything to say about it, audiences are just getting started.

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