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MSG is alleged to operate a secret 'talent' database that assigns 'risk' scores and, for some entries, records LGBTQIA identity and race; Wired reports show about 39,539 entries, including 93 labeled LGBTQIA, with high-risk marks on Freddie Gibbs, Lil Jon, DaBaby, and A Boogie Wit da Hoodie. MSG denies the claims and says it is pursuing legal remedies amid lawsuits over a data leak.
A hacker-leaked set of MSG security documents shows the arena used facial recognition to flag LGBTQIA celebrities and track a transgender woman, assigning risk scores; the disclosure, published by ShinyHunters and reported by Wired, has spurred lawsuits while MSG denies wrongdoing.
Madison Square Garden reportedly maintained a concealed
Layla Taylor, a star of Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, revealed on Jay Shetty’s On Purpose podcast that she is bisexual and dating a woman. She said she hadn’t told her fellow cast members before filming, but the SLOMW cast and other friends publicly expressed support on social media, with comments from Mayci Neeley, Jennifer Affleck, Whitney Leavitt and others. Taylor also noted her past relationships, including a marriage to Clayton Wessell and dating Cameron Jolly and Mason, and expressed pride in living her truth.
Philz Coffee is paying $30,000 to sponsor San Francisco’s Pride Parade after reversing plans to remove Pride flags from its shops, with CEO Mahesh Sadarangani apologizing; the company plans a 'community wall' incorporating the Progress Pride flag, and SF Pride welcomed the move as corporate sponsorships for Pride shrink nationwide.
Hayden Panettiere's estranged mother Lesley Vogel questions the timing of her daughter's bisexual coming-out as Panettiere promotes her memoir This Is Me: A Reckoning, telling Daily Mail there's no historical proof the sexuality was hidden. Panettiere previously discussed her sexuality in Us Weekly and says she waited until 36 to share her truth, noting she's dated women but hasn't fallen in love; the memoir, out May 19, expands on her relationships and personal struggles.
Philz Coffee reversed its decision to remove Pride flags from its cafes after significant protests and public pressure, with CEO Mahesh Sadarangani issuing a public apology saying, 'I made a mistake.' The company said Pride flags can be put back up and that displays should remain, a move welcomed by the Human Rights Campaign. The backlash included employee activism and local demonstrations, highlighting how corporate actions on LGBTQ+ visibility can prompt swift reversals and broader implications for inclusion in the workplace.
Eurogamer's Pride Week 2025 featured articles exploring queer culture in gaming, including the history of bisexuality in games, polyamory representation, the LGBTQIA+ community in Final Fantasy 14, games inspiring real-world action, and an interview with Ashly Burch on authentic representation. The series highlights progress and ongoing issues in queer gaming culture, with plans for future celebrations.
JoJo Siwa, initially identifying as a lesbian, now describes herself as queer after her relationship with Chris Hughes helped her better understand her sexuality. She emphasizes that love is love and advocates for self-discovery and acceptance within the LGBTQIA+ community. Siwa also shares her joy in her personal relationships and her involvement in charitable work, highlighting her journey of self-awareness and happiness.
Gracie McGraw clarified that she is already openly bisexual and proud of her sexuality, after some media reports incorrectly suggested she was coming out for the first time during Pride Month. She expressed support for the LGBTQIA+ community and received love and support from her parents, Tim McGraw and Faith Hill.
Gracie McGraw, daughter of Tim McGraw and Faith Hill, publicly affirmed her identity as a proud queer, bisexual woman on Instagram, clarifying that she has always been open about her support for LGBTQIA+ rights and emphasizing the importance of love and support for those exploring their sexuality.
Following Donald Trump's election win, the LGBTQIA+ community is experiencing heightened anxiety, with crisis hotlines like The Trevor Project seeing a significant increase in calls. Concerns are mounting over potential rollbacks of LGBTQ protections, as Trump has previously spent heavily on anti-trans ads and promised to continue such policies. In response, some couples are hastening to marry before Trump assumes office, while advocates are strategizing on how to counter potential policy changes.
Nicole Scherzinger apologized for engaging with pro-Donald Trump posts on social media, clarifying that her actions were not politically motivated and did not reflect her personal beliefs. She faced backlash, particularly from the LGBTQIA+ community, for her interactions, which included commenting on a post by Russell Brand and liking a post by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Scherzinger emphasized her support for marginalized communities and explained her intent was to promote love and faith.
During a recent Las Vegas concert, Adele called out a heckler who shouted "Pride sucks," telling them to "shut up" and expressing her support for the LGBTQIA community. The incident occurred at the start of Pride Month, which Adele has actively celebrated in the past.
During her June 1 concert in Las Vegas, Adele, a staunch LGBTQIA+ ally, silenced a heckler who shouted "Pride sucks," emphasizing her support for the community and the significance of Pride Month.