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Sunday, March 26, 2023
I'm No Angel
Saturday, March 25, 2023
Just Because...
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| The Look Of... Garcelle Beauvais |
Here's a shot of Garcelle Beauvais shooting the current season of RHOBH. I ran it, Just Because I am feeling down and for whatever reason it made me smile (never question anything that makes you smile.) Also Just Because it has weekend vibes written all over, under and above it,
Garcelle was one of the MVP's from last season of RHOBH, in fact she was my favorite. Also I am honestly looking forward to a Lisa Rinna free season, her behavior was getting way out of control and too toxic for my tastes.
So cheers to lighter times ahead this coming RHOBH season, "Yes" Garcelle today you made me feel lighter, Just Because...
Garcelle on IG -
Friday, March 24, 2023
Drag Isn't Dangerous
A coalition of LGBTQ media groups and companies is teaming up to fight back against harmful political and media narratives about drag performers and trans people. The "Drag Isn't Dangerous" campaign aims to raise awareness and funds for LGBTQ causes and organizations that support drag and trans performers, especially in areas that are under attack.
Led by Producer Entertainment Group (PEG), GLAAD, Q.Digital, OUTtv, Five Senses Reeling, Trixie Cosmetics, SERV Vodka, and other companies, the "Drag Isn't Dangerous" campaign will kick off with a social media and digital awareness campaign. The campaign's website, www.dragisntdangerous.com, will offer resources and information on how to support local drag performers and LGBTQ causes.
The highlight of the campaign is a one-night-only telethon on Sunday, May 7, at www.moment.co/dangerous. Hosted by a wide range of drag performers and celebrities, the event will feature a mix of live and pre-taped performances, appearances, and testimonials from drag performers, LGBTQ entertainers and straight celebrity allies. Initial confirmed talent includes Alaska, BeBe Zahara Benet, Bob The Drag Queen, Brandon Stansell, Darienne Lake, Desmond Is Amazing, Divina De Campo, Eureka O’Hara, Frankie Grande, Ginger Minj, Jackie Beat, Jiggly Caliente, Jinkx Monsoon, Jujubee, Justin Martindale, Katya, Kerri Colby, Laganja Estranja, Manila Luzon, Miz Cracker, Monét X Change, Nina West, Peppermint, Salina EsTitties, Sherry Vine, Trinity The Tuck and Trixie Mattel with many more names to be announced. All net proceeds from the event will be divided among approved charities that support LGBTQ causes and drag performers in need, especially in states where they face discrimination and bans. None of the performers or organizers are taking fees for their work on the campaign.
“The only place where men in dresses sexualize children is church” said drag artist Trixie Mattel, star of Viacom’s RuPaul’s Drag Race, Paramount+’s Queen of the Universe and HBO Max’s Trixie Motel.
“The most traumatizing thing about drag isn’t harming kids, it’s getting sent home first on drag race. . . but I can't relate” said Bob The Drag Queen, star of HBO’s We’re Here and special guest on Madonna’s upcoming world tour.
"We are sick of it. These bans are not just about trans people or drag performers. It is a systematic subjugation of LGBTQ people," said Jacob Slane of Producer Entertainment Group, the management company behind many of the world’s top drag artists. "Through the 'Drag Isn't Dangerous' campaign, we want to show that drag performers are not dangerous groomers, sexual deviants, criminals or whatever is the latest evangelical slur du jour. We want to raise awareness and funds to make a difference in the lives of LGBTQ people who are under attack."
“In a time when bans and attacks on the LGBTQ community continue to escalate, it is more crucial than ever to remind the world that drag is art, drag is inspiring, and the politicians spreading lies about drag are only seeking cheap political points. Not only do our beloved drag performers have to be protected, they should also be celebrated” said Anthony Allen Ramos, Vice President of Communications & Talent, GLAAD.
“We cover the dangerous rhetoric and anti-LGBTQ bills every day, giving us a front row seat to the fact that LGBTQ+ people are being used as political pawns on the path to the upcoming election,” said Scott Gatz, the CEO of Q.Digital, whose sites include Queerty, LGBTQ Nation, GayCities, and INTO. “We proudly stand up and fight with the most vulnerable in our community to make people aware that drag queens and trans people are not a danger to anyone. Quite the opposite, they are shining examples of what it means to live our lives authentically, even in the face of adversity.”
“At HeadCount we believe in amplifying the voices of individuals who have been marginalized in the past!,” said a representative. “One of our initiatives is Vote With Pride in which we encourage members of the LGBTQIA+ community to take action and contact their lawmakers to ensure we are being heard! We are super grateful to join PEG and all the other amazing organizations who are leading the charge, especially now that voting and speaking up are crucial to our community!”
“As an organization whose entire mission it is to amplify queer artistry, we are outraged by the collective efforts to send queer culture, creativity, and people underground,” remarked Jason Brotman, Founder and President of Obsessed, the company behind several worldwide drag tours. “We are devoted now more than ever to creating safe spaces for our brilliant artists and our wonderful fans. We are honored to join forces with colleagues across our industry and beyond to say loud and clear: we are here and we will not be going anywhere any time soon.”
“Drag artists and trans people are not harmful to the community in any way, however recent legislation is harmful and dangerous to the LGBTQ+ community” said Brad Danks, CEO of OUTtv, the world’s leading LGBTQ+ streaming service. “These extremist anti-LGBTQ+ bills that are designed to restrict rights, erase members of the LGBTQ+ community and cause people to live in fear. We cannot stand by and allow these laws to stand. We are proud to join this initiative and we want trans people and drag artists to know that they are not alone, we are in this fight with them.”
“As the proud son of an openly gay pioneering father and as a longtime television, film and theater producer, I am outraged that my LGBTQ colleagues and friends are still having to fight for equal rights in 2023," said Matt Weaver, prolific executive producer of projects like Rock of Ages and the upcoming Drag The Musical, who is co-executive producing the telethon. "It is an honor to join this distinguished group of organizations in doing something about it."
Campaign merchandise can be purchased on PEG’s webstore, with all proceeds going to charity.
For more information and updates on the "Drag Isn't Dangerous" campaign, visit www.dragisntdangerous.com.
Direct ticket link for “Drag Isn’t Dangerous” fundraiser: www.moment.co/dangerous
Thursday, March 23, 2023
Michael's Musings
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| Here Comes The Rain Again... Michael Shinafelt |
Rain, rain go away come again some other day...it's hit the saturation point with all this rain in Southern California, over it!
I know we had a really bad drought that lasted five years, but this has been going on for two months now and I'm sure said drought has been adverted by this point. It's Spring only according to the calendar, would be nice it the weather would cooperate...
Does your partner check people out in public, but never watches porn?
Where are all the gays in Africa, I wanna go there
The Evil Dead Rise looks like some intense sh!t
Flowers, Flowers, Flowers that's all I ever hear!!!
The only thing worse than Chlamydia is Florida - Easy A
Why it's deja vu all over again...
Finally saw Barbarian - WTF?! it was just plain lame!!!
Swallowing a symbol of bravery, discuss...
Woman Crush of the Week - Lala Kent of VPR, she's a take no prisoners kind of gal. I'm sure we'd besties in real life
Exactly what is a Hellmouth???
In case you need to hear this: spread love always
Sex doesn't sell voyeurism does
Beloved C#nt, sounds about right
FYI I'd survive every Scream movie because I hardly answer the phone
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Wednesday, March 22, 2023
Hump Day & Chill
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| Choose Your Warrior |
With horror movies being a hot ticket at the box office, not to mention timeless, I thought it would be a scary good time to Hump Day & Chill to a gallery of horror villains and pick a favorite.
I don't care what you were taught as a kid growing up, but it's OK to play favorites in my world. Thus I will tell you mine.
Here goes, although I love the Scream franchise, Ghostface is always someone different, so the icon isn't really a true villain, more like a personae.
I also like most of the Nightmare on Elm Street series, but Freddy is not frightening enough for me. But he is a whole lotta fun!
Jason has never been frightening to me but I have enjoyed a Friday The 13th outing on occasion, mainly the first and second one. The rest...
My fave? Michael Myers, he is the only one who ever truly terrified me, recently not so much. But the original 1978 Halloween left me freaked out that his white face would suddenly appear in the dark and he'd start coming for me.
So it's time to Hump Day & Chill by picking a villain whose team you want to join...do it and do it now Minions!!!
Knife Drop!
Horror Movies on Wikipedia -
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
Current Mood
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| Wisdom Halle Berry |
I know given my Spring post yesterday that it's going to compound an impression that I am a well of negativity. Not really, I am a well of personal power to be precise.
Thus this post by Halle Berry on her Instagram page reflects my Current Mood.
Not aimed at anything or anyone specific it's simply a whole attitude and lifestyle, and there is nothing malicious about it.
It is what it is, and I am who I am...
Halle on IG -
Monday, March 20, 2023
First Day Of Spring
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| What Spring??? |
Today is officially the first day of Spring. It certainly doesn't feel like it, the weather in Los Angeles is rainy and cold.
Thus my current contentious attitude about the whole farce.
Hoping you are somewhere where it's nice and springy!!!
Spring Equinox on Wikipedia -
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