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Sophia Hutchins, Caitlyn Jenner's manager and a prominent transgender activist, tragically died in an ATV accident in Malibu at age 29. The incident involved her ATV ricocheting off a car and rolling down a gully. Hutchins was known for her advocacy and leadership in the transgender community, and her death has sparked mourning across social media and entertainment circles.
Two men have been charged with distributing a fentanyl and heroin mixture that led to the death of transgender activist Cecilia Gentili. Michael Kuilan and Antonio Venti are accused of supplying and selling the drugs to Gentili, who was found dead in her Brooklyn home on Feb. 6. If found guilty, they could face life in prison. Gentili, a prominent figure in the LGBTQ community, served as the managing director of policy at Gay Men’s Health Crisis and founded Trans Equity Consulting. Her death has sparked an outpouring of support and remembrance from the LGBTQ activist community.
Two men have been charged with supplying fentanyl-laced heroin that led to the death of Cecilia Gentili, a prominent transgender activist and actress. The indictment accused Michael Kuilan, 44, and Antonio Venti, 52, of providing the drugs. Ms. Gentili's cause of death was disclosed for the first time, sparking an outpouring of grief from the L.G.B.T.Q. community and leading to a politically charged funeral at St. Patrick’s Cathedral. The United States attorney for the Eastern District of New York emphasized the public health crisis posed by fentanyl and pledged to pursue justice for those affected by the lethal drug.
The funeral of transgender activist Cecilia Gentili at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York drew over 1,000 mourners and sparked controversy as church leaders denounced the event, calling it a scandal. The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of New York condemned the funeral, while the family defended the gathering as a defiance of the church’s hypocrisy and anti-trans hatred. Gentili was celebrated as a champion of the LGBTQ+ community and a leading advocate for transgender people, sex workers, and those with HIV. The funeral also featured a performance by "Pose" actor Billy Porter, which drew criticism from conservative groups.
The funeral of transgender activist Cecilia Gentili at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York drew condemnation from the Roman Catholic Archdiocese, sparking controversy. The church official called the event a scandal and held a Mass of Reparation following the funeral. Gentili, known for her advocacy work, received praise from New York Governor Kathy Hochul and was mourned by a large audience at the cathedral, including a performance by "Pose" actor Billy Porter. The event has sparked debate and condemnation from conservative groups.
The funeral of transgender activist Cecilia Gentili at St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York drew denunciation from the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of New York, leading to a Mass of Reparation. Gentili, a prominent advocate for transgender people, sex workers, and those with HIV, was celebrated by over 1,000 attendees, including a performance by "Pose" actor Billy Porter. The event sparked controversy within the Catholic community, with the church condemning the funeral as sacrilegious and scandalous, while supporters praised Gentili's impact on the LGBTQ+ community.
St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York City says it was deceived into hosting a funeral for a transgender activist, leading to a rare Mass of Reparation being performed. The funeral for Cecilia Gentili drew over 1,000 mourners and sparked outrage within the Catholic community due to the perceived sacrilegious behavior of attendees. The cathedral claims it was misled into hosting the event, which took place during the Lenten season, and subsequently held the Mass of Reparation to re-sanctify the church. Gentili’s family defended the funeral as a reflection of her advocacy and criticized the church for its alleged hypocrisy and anti-trans sentiments.
The Roman Catholic archdiocese of New York City has condemned the funeral service for transgender activist Cecilia Gentili at Saint Patrick’s Cathedral, where some mourners cheered her as “the mother of all whores”. The packed funeral took place 10 days after Gentili's death, with the archdiocese stating that it had no idea the service would be degraded in such a sacrilegious way. While some criticized the service as a mockery of the Christian faith, others praised the church for hosting a funeral for a transgender woman. Gentili's family accused the archdiocese of hypocrisy and anti-trans hatred, while organizers and attendees celebrated her life and advocacy for the LGBTQ+ community.
St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York City was unknowingly tricked into hosting a "sacrilegious" funeral for transgender activist Cecilia Gentili, where over 1,000 mourners, many transgender, celebrated her life with flashy outfits and rowdy behavior. The cathedral expressed outrage at the funeral's disrespectful nature, which included eulogies referring to Gentili as "St. Cecilia, mother of all whores." The ceremony, which sparked backlash from Catholics, was organized without the cathedral's knowledge of Gentili's background, and it marked the first funeral service for a trans person at St. Patrick's Cathedral.
"Pose" actress and transgender activist Cecilia Gentili passed away at 52, with the cause of death undisclosed. Known for her role in "Pose" and her advocacy work, she was celebrated for her commitment to the trans community and her contributions to organizations such as Trans Equity Consulting and Decrim NY. Gentili's passing prompted emotional tributes from co-stars and fans, and a memorial service is expected to be announced soon.
"Cecilia Gentili, known for her role in 'Pose' and her activism for the LGBTQ+ community, has passed away at the age of 52. The transgender activist, who fought for the rights of undocumented immigrants and sex workers, was remembered by colleagues and fans for her impactful work and compassionate spirit."
Former President Donald Trump is urging his supporters to end their boycott of Bud Light, emphasizing that Anheuser-Busch, the company behind the beer, is not a "Woke" company and highlighting its support for American farmers and veterans. However, many conservatives remain unconvinced, insisting that the company has not done enough to regain their trust and vowing to continue the boycott until an apology is issued. Some critics even suggest that Trump's plea may be influenced by his financial ties to Anheuser-Busch, while others, including Caitlyn Jenner, express support for the company. Despite these efforts, it appears that the Bud Light boycott among conservatives is likely to persist.
Kendall Stephens, a prominent transgender LGBT activist in Philadelphia who campaigned for and endorsed several top Democrats in Pennsylvania, has been arrested and charged with rape, assault, and other offenses against two underage boys. Stephens, who gained prominence in 2020 after being the victim of a brutal crime, is accused of sexually assaulting the victims, aged less than 13, on multiple occasions. The arrest has sparked controversy due to Stephens' political connections, with some calling for significant penalties. The investigation began after a grandmother reported that her grandchild had been sexually assaulted by Stephens. Bail has been set at $500,000.
The ad agency behind the controversial Bud Light campaign featuring transgender activist Dylan Mulvaney won the ad industry's top award at the Cannes Lions Festival. Marcel Marcondes, the top executive of Bud Light's parent company AB InBev, was honored with the Creative Marketer of the Year award. While opinions on the company accepting the award were mixed, Marcondes labeled the partnership with Mulvaney a "wake-up call" for the industry after consumers boycotted the brand, making it lose the title of best-selling beer in America.
Former CKE Restaurants CEO Andy Puzder criticized Anheuser-Busch CEO Brandan Whitworth's tepid message to customers addressing the company's Bud Light controversy, arguing the CEO needs to either be "more definitive" or "get rid of the brand." Sales of the beer giant's Bud Light brand continue to slide following a partnership with transgender activist Dylan Mulvaney. Whitworth told customers "We hear you," and announced "three important actions" to move the company forward, including "investing to protect the jobs of our frontline employees" and "providing financial assistance to our independent wholesalers to help them support their employees."