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‘Willow’ Actor Calls Out Disney for Removing Sapphic Series

Actor Warwick Davis recently expressed his frustration online over Disney Plus canceling and removing the Willow series from the platform.

After one season, Disney pulled the plug on Willow, a fantasy adventure series that is a sequel to the 1988 film of the same name. Much to our delight, the continuation had a beautiful sapphic romance at the helm between a princess (Ruby Cruz) and a knight (Erin Kellyman).

Adding insult to injury, Disney unceremoniously wiped all eight episodes from their streaming service. Davis, who played the sorcerer Willow in both the series and the original movie, recently spoke out against Disney’s decision in a post shared on X.

“I meet lovely people on a daily basis who are fans of #Willow, who are the reason the @DisneyPlus Series was made,” he wrote. “Please tell me @WaltDisneyCo, what do I say to these subscribers when they ask why they can’t watch the series any more?”

Unfortunately, this is not the first female-led queer show to be pulled from a streamer. It’s a fate many shows face these days. Remember First Kill, Atypical, and The L Word: Generation Q?

Willow Showrunner Held Onto Hope

At its cancellation, Willow showrunner Jonathan Kasdan held onto some hope for the series. He explained that they had already written and developed the show. The “cancellation” is more about releasing the cast from their contracts. In the world of streaming, this didn’t necessarily spell disaster, unlike traditional network TV.

However, Disney erased the show, which in turn erased its chances of gaining a bigger audience.

“Can’t believe it’s just simply not available to view.. like it never existed,” one user commented.

“I didn’t know you couldn’t watch the series anymore – but I’ll add my voice to the chorus saying the new #Willow was great – it was fun and exciting and I loved every minute!” another added.

#Embarassing is right. Here’s to hoping that major streamers will put a halt to this trend. The world is in need of more sapphic representation!

Netflix Teases Exciting LGBTQ+ Content: New ‘Young Royals’ and ‘Elite’ Clips Take Center Stage

Netflix is ready to remind you that their content is here and queer.

In a new sizzle reel released for their “Keep Doing the Most” campaign, the streaming platform sparked queer joy by showing us some of our favorite LGBTQIA+ characters and storylines, including a sneak peek at the upcoming seasons of Young Royals and Elite!

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Set to Troye Sivan’s new song “What’s The Time Where You Are?”, the video delves into the swoony crushes, chosen family hugs, and fabulous looks we’ve witnessed in their content over the years.

Some fan-favorite titles featured are Everything Now, Heartbreak High, Never Have I Ever, Sex Education, Stranger Things, That 90’s Show, and XO, Kitty. According to Netflix, the campaign ties into LGBT History Month and was produced by an entirely queer-led crew.

Watch until the end for an exclusive first look at the third and final season of Young Royals.

“How did you imagine it would be?” Simon asks.

“I can… show you,” Willhelm replies.

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While Elite season seven will hit Netflix on October 20, there is no release date yet for Young Royals. Fingers crossed, it premieres this year!

Heartstopper Begins Filming

Another favorite series from the reel is Heartstopper, which started filming its third season earlier this month.

While Netflix has not released further details about the season, we have a few guesses. We will likely see all of our favorite leads rejoin the series – such as Joe Locke as Charlie, Kit Connor as Nick, Yasmin Finney as Elle, William Gao as Tao, Corinna Brown as Tara, Kizzy Edgell as Darcy and Tobie Donovan as Isaac.

Other characters who are likely to return are Jenny Walser as Tori, Cormac Hyde-Corrin as Harry, Rhea Norwood as Imogen, Fisayo Akinade as Nathan, Chetna Pandya as Coach Singh, Bradley Riches as James and, of course, Olivia Colman as Nick’s mother. Season two also saw Jack Barton as David, Leila Khan as Sahar, Nima Taleghani as Youssef, Bel Priestly as Naomi and Ash Self as Felix. They will also likely be back for the new season.

There’s so much queer content, it’s time to start rewatching!

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Rising Star Nicholas Galitzine Gets Candid About Dating in Hollywood

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Actor Nicholas Galitzine, who is still coming off a high from starring in hit movies Red, White & Royal Blue and Bottoms, is opening up about his dating life.

The young heartthrob has captured the attention of a large fanbase, including members of the LGBTQ+ community. I mean, who could resist falling for him as the closeted Prince Henry in RWRB? Galitzine is also preparing to bring another queer character to life in the upcoming historical drama. Mary & George. He will play George Villiers, the lover of King James I.

Though we are VERY familiar with how Galitzine falls in love on screen, in a new interview with L’Officiel, the actor is letting audiences in on his personal dating life.

“It’s definitely hard,” he told the outlet about balancing dating and his career. “My last couple of girlfriends, I feel like we’ve had to go our separate ways essentially because of the travel. It’s difficult. People who also work in the industry get it, but it’s definitely not conducive to nourishing relationships.”

Galitzine said the travel reveals who is actually serious about the relationship. “I think you find out who the people are who you are really connected with. I’m one of [those] people who makes the effort to connect. Even if I’m on the other side of the world, if I care about someone, I take the time.”

At 29, he’s undeniably at the dawn of his film career with a promising future. So what does that mean for his dating life in the future?

“I’m young and I’m having a great time. Work’s been great to me, and I’m just trying to take it all in and not put any unfair pressure on myself.”

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Watch Nicholas Galitzine as the charming Prince Henry in RWRB now streaming on Prime Video.

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Jonathan Groff Came Out to His Brother After Visiting Nude Statue

“I started crying and wondered, What is it about this naked man that makes me so emotional?”

Broadway star Jonathan Groff opened up about why he came out to his brother after an emotional visit to the Accademia Gallery in Florence. Home to numerous Michelangelo sculptures, Groff took in the beauty of the exhibit during a solo trip to Italy in 2008. He told Conde Nast Traveler that seeing the infamous nude statue of David literally brought tears to his eyes.

“Afterward, I sat in a piazza, journaling, thinking about how nobody here knew or cared about me, and I decided to come out to my brother – who is also named David – the next day.”

The brothers were planning to meet in Rome to get drinks and catch up. At this time, Groff had only come out to one person, his roommate and boyfriend .

“I knew that if I didn’t tell him right then, I would never do it,” Groff continued. “My hands were shaking; my voice was hoarse from talking, because I hadn’t spoken to anyone in seven days.

“But David also seemed nervous. He said, ‘Jonathan, there’s something I need to talk to you about.’ He told me all about this girl that he was in love with, who is now his wife. It was like he was coming out to me, because we’d never talked about relationships or sex or love in our entire lives as brothers.

“He teed it up perfectly, and once he gave me all of the details, he said, ‘This is the first time I’ve ever felt this, and I’m wondering, What about you?’ And I shared everything with him. We just showed all of ourselves to each other. It never could have happened anywhere else.”

Who is Jonathan Groff

Jonathan Groff is a talented American actor and singer known for his remarkable contributions to both stage and screen. Born on March 26, 1985, he has garnered acclaim for his performances in major productions, including his role as Melchior Gabor in the hit Broadway musical Spring Awakening. Groff’s notable work extends to television, where he played the role of Jesse St. James on the popular series Glee and portrayed King George III in the original Broadway cast of Hamilton.

Jonathan Groff publicly came out as gay in 2009, making him an essential advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and visibility within the entertainment industry. His openness about his sexuality has further endeared him to his fans, and he continues to be a respected figure in the performing arts world.

Groff is expected to star in the upcoming season of Doctor Who alongside Sex Education star Ncuti Gatwa.

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See: Colman Domingo Plays a Queer Civil Rights Leader in Netflix’s ‘Rustin’

An openly gay African American, Bayard Rustin played a pivotal role in the fight for racial equality, human rights, and worldwide democracy in the 1960s.

In celebration of National Coming Out Day, Netflix has released an exclusive clip for their upcoming biographical drama film, Rustin. Starring Emmy-winning gay actor Colman Domingo, the film follows Bayard Rustin, “one of the greatest activists and organizers the world has ever known. He challenged authority, never apologized for who he was, what he believed, or who he desired. And he did not back down. He made history, and in turn, he was forgotten.”

Directed by five-time Tony Award winner George C. Wolfe, Rustin shines a long overdue spotlight on the extraordinary man who, alongside giants like the Reverend Martin Luther King Jr., Adam Clayton Powell Jr., and Ella Baker, dared to imagine a different world, and inspired a movement in a march toward freedom.

Get a Sneak Peek at Rustin Here

In the clip, we see Rustin offering some advice to Elias Taylor. “How can you preach salvation and not want to save yourself? How can you speak of love when your heart is disconnected from your flesh?”

Later when the two leave the bar, Taylor asks Rustin to “teach him how not to be afraid,” and they share a brief kiss.

The clip unveils the intricacies of Rustin, a man who tirelessly engaged in activism and political navigation. It offers a glimpse into his vulnerability and the intimacy that lies at the core of the film.

Crafted under the guidance of Academy Award-winning producers Bruce Cohen, Tonia Davis, and George C. Wolfe, the film boasts an ensemble of celebrated talents. Among the noteworthy cast members are Chris Rock, Glynn Turman, Aml Ameen, Gus Halper, CCH Pounder, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Johnny Ramey, Michael Potts, and the esteemed Jeffrey Wright and Audra McDonald.

Rustin premieres in select theaters on November 3. It will be available to stream on Netflix on November 17.

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‘Drag Race’ Star Jade Jolie Proudly Comes Out as Trans

Drag Race star Jade Jolie has come out as transgender!

Jade Jolie first won viewers’ hearts when she appeared on season five of RuPaul’s Drag Race, finishing in eighth place. She then starred in season four of The Boulet Brothers’ Dragula and is known for her Taylor Swift impersonations.

She even starred in Taylor Swift’s 2019 music video for her LGBTQ+ anthem, “You Need to Calm Down,” which has been viewed more than 320 million times.

Jade Jolie Comes Out

In a new tweet shared online, Jolie came out as trans to her 85 thousand followers online. “Deciding to choose myself and move forward with my transition,” she wrote.

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https://twitter.com/QueenJadeJolie/status/1710985900971438374

As expected, her post received praise from numerous users.

“Thank you to everyone for the immense amount of love & support I’ve received,” Jolie wrote in a recent Instagram story. “My heart is so full from all the kindness & so incredibly excited to become the best version of myself.”

Other Queens Who Came Out

In the history of Drag Race, Jolie is not the first transgender queen.

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In Season Nine, Peppermint blazed a trail as the inaugural transgender woman competitor, while Season Thirteen introduced Gottmik as the first transgender man on the show. Kylie Sonique Love made history by clinching the All Stars 6 title, becoming the first trans winner. Season 14 marked another milestone with five transgender contestants, including the beloved Kornbread and eventual victor Willow Pill.

We love you, Jade!