LGBTQ+ Representation on Broadcast TV Reaches All-Time High, According to GLAAD Report

Wyatte Grantham-Philips editorOn Tuesday, GLAAD announced that Kacey Musgraves will receive the Vanguard Award at the 33rd Annual GLAAD Media Awards in Los Angeles, which will be held at the Beverly Hilton on April 2.GLAAD’s Vanguard Award is presented to allies who have made significant impacts in advocating for LGBTQ people. In Tuesday’s announcement, GLAAD shined a light on Musgraves’ efforts, including using her platform to increase conversations about LGBTQ acceptance in country music, raise funds for GLAAD’s annual anti-bullying Spirit Day campaign and promote awareness of anti-LGBTQ bills in the Texas state legislature.“Kacey continues to raise the bar for what it means to be an authentic ally and to inspire her fans to do the same,” stated GLAAD president and CEO Sarah Kate Ellis.

New Gallup polling data shows 7.1 percent of the U.S. population identifies as LGBTQ – up from 5.6 percent in 2020. The new data, released yesterday, further reveals the enormous gap in LGBTQ elected representation in the U.S., where just 0.2 percent of elected positions are held by LGBTQ people.

Wilson Chapman editorCasey Wilson and Andrew Rannells will host the 24th Costume Designer Guild Awards.“Throughout our history, the CDGA has been lucky enough to have incredible hosts like Mindy Kaling, Anjelica Huston, Gina Rodriguez and Mandy Moore join us,” Guild president Salvador Perez said in a statement. “We are excited to welcome Casey and Andrew to our show and know that they will set the party atmosphere and keep us laughing.”Wilson recently starred in the Apple TV Plus miniseries “The Shrink Next Door” and the Showtime dark comedy series “Black Monday.” She is best known for her stint on “Saturday Night Live,” her performance in David Fincher’s “Gone Girl” and her role in the cult ABC sitcom “Happy Endings.” Wilson recently wrote a book of essays, “The Wreckage of My Presence,” which made last year’s New York Times bestseller list.

Hugh Hefner, who died in September 2018 at age 91, was always surrounded by beautiful women. The Playboy founder married three times, but was mostly recognized for having multiple live-in girlfriends at the Playboy Mansion.

This Morning fans have likened Josie Gibson to a “real-life” version of Bridget Jones after she was sent to face another physical challenge. The 37 year old presenter has been a fan favourite since she joined the ITV morning show in 2019 and filled in as a co-host on the show for Holly Willoughby last year. On Tuesday 16 February Josie joined the presenters live from Manchester at a dry slope, where she tried snowboarding for the first time in honour of the Winter Olympics.

K.J. Yossman Bullying, harassment and discrimination remain rife in the U.K.

Prince Andrew has agreed to settle his lawsuit with Virginia Giuffre, who accused him of sexually assaulting her when she was underage.

Tom Brady recently announced his retirement from the NFL making last year's Super Bowl win his last.The star won his seventh Super Bowl on in 2021 and a look back shows how his former partner Bridget Moynahan made sure to mark the incredible moment on her Instagram.MORE: Tom Brady makes nine-year-old fan who beat cancer cry with incredible gestureThe actress, known for her role in the police drama Blue Bloods, shared a picture of Tom after the win and revealed she "could not be more proud" of him."Could not be more proud @tombrady said he would do it and he did. Congratulations @buccaneers," she wrote, alongside two pictures of the star, one following the end of the game, and another showing him reaching out to their son Jack, who headed to Florida to support his dad from the stands.WATCH: Tom Brady's kids cheer him on following winThe congratulatory messages didn't stop there, however, as Bridget later shared another picture of Tom, and wrote: "I am pretty sure I am not the only one from #patriotsnation celebrating @buccaneers #superbowl #greatgame #strong #soproud #55."Fans of the 50-year-old loved her supportive messages, and many praised her parenting approach.MORE: Gisele leaves fans seeing double as she poses poolside with sisters in matching bikinisRELATED: Gisele Bündchen shares loved-up beach photo with Tom Brady"You are the gold standard of managing your beautiful son and parenting in such a healthy way.

Millie Mackintosh recently enjoyed a lavish date night with her husband Hugo Taylor, marking the pair's first outing since welcoming their second baby last year. Former Made in Chelsea star Millie, 32, gave birth to baby daughter Aurelia back in November, after she and Hugo, 35, welcomed their first daughter, Sienna, two years ago.

the report examined 275 documentary programmes between April 26 and May 21 last year, after numerous broadcasters like the BBC and Sky made pledges to increase their diversity on-and-off screen following the death of George Floyd.The report found that race and racism were the leading topics when a documentary featured a Black person, followed by crime in second and music in third.“The representation of Black people is not varied or nuanced enough,” the report reads.Black professionals working on the documentaries also expressed concern that the commissioning of “Black programming” is still mostly seen through the interests of white commissioners. They believe the issue is compounded by a lack of career progression among Black media workers to positions of editorial control and commissioning power.The report also states Black documentary filmmakers often have to push back against stereotypical representations of Black people on projects, and that Black voices are often pigeon-holed into talking about race.Black production company owners were also not given the same opportunities as non-Black production company owners, the research found.Maxine Watson, executive producer and former BBC commissioner, who contributed her thoughts on Black representation in the industry, said: “When TV talks about a ‘broad audience’ they are really talking about the broad white audience.

Millie Mackintosh has announced that she has moved into her new home with her husband Hugo Taylor and their two daughters.The former Made in Chelsea star, who recently posed in her underwear as she opened up on post-baby body, looked delighted as she posed outside the Davis & Mac lilac removal van outside her new London home on Wednesday 2 February. Millie, who shares daughters Sienna, 20 months, and Aurelia, eight weeks, with Hugo, posed in a navy knitted jumpsuit and trainers as she put her hands in the air to celebrate the move.

Tom Brady announced his retirement from NFL in a heartfelt statement which he dedicated to his family – and they have reacted, including his ex and mother of his eldest son – Bridget Moynahan.MORE: Tom Brady makes nine-year-old fan who beat cancer cry with incredible gestureTaking to Instagram, the actress, who dated the quarterback for three years until 2006, shared a picture of Tom on the field and wrote: "So proud of @tombrady. Yesterday and today and I know you will do great things tomorrow.

Bridget Moynahan showed her support for her ex Tom Brady on Tuesday following the Super Bowl champion’s decision to retire from the NFL. Sharing a photo of the former quarterback on her Instagram, the Blue Bloods star wrote, “So proud of @tombrady. Yesterday and today and I know you will do great things tomorrow.

Tom Brady's ex, Bridget Moynahan, spoke out following the news that he is officially retiring from the NFL after 22 years. Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady officially announced his retirement from the NFL on Tuesday after 22 seasons and seven Super Bowl wins.The news comes after rumors circulated over the weekend that he had made up his mind about hanging up his helmet for good.  Brady released a lengthy statement on social media, ending days of speculation, explaining that this "difficult" decision to leave football after more than two decades of success came down to his ability to commit "100%" of himself to the game.  Shortly after Brady announced his retirement, Moynahan, who shares 14-year-old son Jack with the quarterback, took to Instagram to share a photo of Brady in his Buccaneers uniform to wish him well on whatever comes next in his life.  Bridget Moynahan commented on Tom Brady retiring from the NFL.

Tom Brady is getting a lot of love after officially announcing on Tuesday that he's retiring from the National Football League after 22 years. The 44-year-old legendary quarterback's many celebrity friends and fans — and even his ex, actress Bridget Moynahan — publicly showed their support for him.Moynahan, who shares her 14-year-old son, Jack, with Brady, Instagrammed the same photo he did to announce his retirement and shared kind words.«So proud of @tombrady,» she wrote.

Tom Brady‘s ex, Bridget Moynahan, who is also the mother of his son Jack, 14, has responded to his announcement that he’s retiring from the NFL after 22 years in the league.

Bridget Moynahan, 50, had only good things to say about her ex-boyfriend Tom Brady, 44, as he announced his retirement on Tuesday February 1. The actress posted the same photo of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback that he did when he announced his retirement, and she said she was “proud” of him and was excited to see where his journey would take him next.

Chris Willman Music WriterMeat Loaf songs are filled with parenthetical clauses, so it feels appropriate to use one in the service of explaining what happened with his 1977 “Bat Out of Hell” album on the new Billboard 200 chart: In 2022, following his death, it soared to its peak position to date. (But actually reach the top 10? It didn’t do that.)“Bat Out of Hell” reenters the album chart at No. 13 this week, Billboard reported Monday.