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"Philly Sets Guinness Record with Largest Drag Story Time for Pride Month"

Philadelphia kicked off LGBTQ Pride Month by setting a Guinness World Record for the largest drag queen story time, with 263 attendees at the National Constitution Center. The event, organized by the Philadelphia Gay News, highlighted the unique cultural significance of drag story times and served as a statement against efforts to ban such events in states like Texas and Montana. The process to get the record recognized by Guinness took about eight months, and the event featured performances by five drag artists.

via The Philadelphia Inquirer|

#cultural-phenomenon #drag-story-time #guinness-world-record

lgbtq-news1 year ago•5 min saved

"Pride Month 2024: History, Celebrations, and Global LGBTQ+ Rights"

LGBTQ Pride Month, celebrated every June, honors the LGBTQ community's history and achievements, originating from the 1969 Stonewall riots. It features parades, rallies, and political actions to highlight ongoing issues. The rainbow flag, created in 1978, symbolizes the movement's diversity. Major Pride events occur globally, with New York City and São Paulo hosting some of the largest. The U.S. government first recognized Pride Month in 1999 under President Bill Clinton.

via NBC News|

#lgbtq-news #lgbtq-rights #pride-month

lgbtq-news2 years ago•3 min saved

Jason Mraz's Journey: Embracing Sexuality Through Divorce's 'Shame' and 'Guilt'

Singer Jason Mraz discusses his journey to self-acceptance as a member of the LGBTQ+ community since publicly coming out in 2018. He reflects on the challenges of divorce and the feelings of shame and guilt that accompanied it. Mraz also shares how competing on Dancing with the Stars has helped him in his journey of self-discovery. He emphasizes the importance of healing past relationships while embracing his new identity. Mraz's participation on the show has been an emotional experience, but he is enjoying the transformative power of dance.

via Yahoo Entertainment|

#dancing-with-the-stars #divorce #jason-mraz

lgbtq-news2 years ago•9 min saved

"Embracing Bisexuality: Celebrities, TV Characters, Gear, and Advocacy Stories"

In celebration of Bisexual Visibility Day, Teen Vogue highlights 16 bisexual and bi+ celebrities who have openly discussed their sexual identities. From Reneé Rapp to Jason Mraz, these celebrities have shared their experiences of coming out and the importance of representation. Their openness helps to normalize bisexuality and other identities under the bi umbrella, fostering acceptance and understanding within the LGBTQ+ community and beyond.

via Yahoo Life|

#bi-community #bisexual-celebrities #bisexual-visibility-day