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GLAAD, the world’s most prominent LGBTQ media advocacy organization, announced nominees for its 35th Annual GLAAD Media Awards earlier today.Presented since 1990, the awards honor broadcast, digital and print media for “fair, accurate, and inclusive representations of LGBTQ people and issues.”On Monday night, at the 75th Annual Emmy Awards, the organization accepted the Governor’s Award Emmy for its tireless work on behalf of the LGBTQ community.“For all of us at GLAAD, this work is personal,” said Sarah Kate Ellis, the organization’s president and CEO since 2014, in a nationally televised acceptance speech. “For me, it’s about my wife and our kids, because what the world sees on TV directly influences how we treat each other and the decisions we make in our living rooms, schools, at work, and at the ballot box.”Ellis addressed the cultural and political hostility currently assailing the LGBTQ community, especially those who are transgender.“The world urgently needs culture-changing stories about transgender people,” she said.

My Name Is Barbra arrived in stores on Tuesday, and it took up a lot of space. The memoir comes in at just under 1,000 pages, which makes it an intimidating read for anyone who doesn’t identify as a super fan of the EGOT winner.The book covers her decades in the spotlight, and she touches on many of the songs, shows, and movies that people still remember and love to this day. Ahead of the release of My Name Is Barbra, People shared several excerpts that should get any Streisand lover — and even those who don’t already identify as such — interested in the book.One short snippet published by the magazine shows the superstar speaking of her relationship with another gay icon — Judy Garland.The two singers and actors spent some time together during their time as stars, but they are perhaps best remembered for their performance of a medley of “Happy Days Are Here Again / Get Happy” on Garland’s TV variety show.If you haven’t that duet, check it out below, as it’s required viewing for all gay men.Here is the excerpt in full:“People were looking for some sort of rivalry between us.

Iconic talk show host Jerry Springer has died at the age of 79 and while he's best-known for his eponymous talk show, he had a quieter life away from cameras with his wife and daughter.The American presenter was best known for hosting The Jerry Springer Show for almost three decades from 1991, but he was also a former lawyer and politician. On Thursday, a family spokesperson confirmed that Jerry, 79, had died following a brief battle with cancer.They revealed that his health had taken a turn for the worst in recent weeks, with the TV presenter passing away peacefully at his home in Chicago.

Every woman goes through menopause at some stage in her life and many find themselves suffering from a range of issues when they head to bed including night sweats, insomnia, and in some cases, even heart palpitations. Some women are losing out on hours of valuable sleep every night which can exasperate their symptoms during the day. A lack of sleep also makes it hard to focus and go about your daily life which can be hard for those around us to understand.

Sir Michael Caine has been snapped on the set of his new series, The Great Escaper, which tells the story of a war veteran's escape from a British care home. The 89 year old actor was pictured at Camber Sands, East Sussex, as he takes on the starring role of Bernard Jordan - the former navy officer who made headlines around the globe in 2014. The then-90 year old left the safety of The Pines care home in Hove, East Sussex, to attend the 70th Anniversary of the D-Day Landings in Normandy, France.

The funny world of celebrity lookalikes always seem to catch the eye of the intrigued. Even someone you might know who may coincidentally look like your favourite celeb and you can’t help but freak out. Is that Selena Gomez or Demi Lovato? Are we seeing double right now? For some people, looking like a celebrity is enough to prove that it’s as close to actually being one.

Linda Robson has officially shut down hearsay that she has fallen out with friend and fellow Birds of a Feather co-star Pauline Quirke.The actress, 63, has set the record straight by claiming that they still keep in touch and remain close, despite recent rumours alleging the contrast. Reports began surfacing of a bitter demise of their friendship, when Pauline quit Birds of a Feather in 2017, after a long running stint playing Sharon Theodopolopodous, to leave Linda and Lesley Joseph to carry on without her.

The Only Way is Essex cast member Chloe Brockett is receiving comments on Instagram from fans who believe she is the spitting image of her mum Clare. On her account, the TV personality, 21, shared a post dedicated to her mum Clare Brockett on her birthday, writing: “Happy birthday Mumma.

On the fourth episode of The Kardashians on Hulu and Disney+, the show unveiled the lavish engagement of drummer Travis Barker and the Kardashians star and Poosh founder Kourtney Kardashian. However, it seemed not everyone was pleased by the news.To the dismay of Kourtney Kardashian, 41, among the few that weren’t there to witness the soon-to-be union were Kourtney’s own kids, where one child in particular appeared to be the most upset by the news of Kourtney’s announcement.

Georgia Kousoulou admitted to feeling 'sad' as she shared photos on Instagram of herself and adorable baby Brody as he turned one on Thursday. The former TOWIE cast member, who currently stars in ITVBe series Baby Steps alongside fiancé Tommy Mallet , revealed a sweet snapshot of herself and son Brody in comfy PJs, as she celebrates the birthday milestone.

When Hollywood film star Marilyn Monroe stepped out to sing Happy Birthday to President John F Kennedy at a New York fundraising event 60 years ago, it wasn’t only her seductive singing voice that dazzled everyone.Taking to the stage at Madison Square Garden on May 19, 1962, she removed her white fur coat to reveal an astonishing sheer, figure-hugging dress that made history in a split second and has had people talking about it ever since. Leaving little to the imagination, the long, gold marquisette gown was smothered in sparkling rhinestones and beads.

“I’ve been called many things, this is a first,” said Brian Michael Smith on  Instagram when he found out he was named by People as one of the “25  sexiest men on TV”.

The Assassination of Gianni Versace and with appearances on Glee, General Hospital, and Broadway’s Les Misérables and Evita.But in an interview with People, Martin, 49, said he would be “really sad” if his sexuality had led to a relative drought in acting roles in recent years.“I love acting. I’m waiting for those scripts, for those great scripts,” he said.

Michael B. Jordan has been named People magazine’s Sexiest Man Alive 2020.The Creed and Black Panther star succeeds singer/songwriter John Legend, who recently named action man Jason Momoa as his pick for this year’s title.“It’s a cool feeling,” Jordan says of his new title.

Brandy has credited her daughter Sy’rai for saving her life during a bout of depression.The R&B star, who recently released new album B7 after an eight-year musical break, told People she was previously “lost musically, creatively, spiritually” and “had to pull it all together and make it all make sense.”Issues in her personal life began after she burst onto the music scene at the age of 15 with her self-titled debut album in 1994, launched her popular coming-of-age show, Moesha, that ran for

This Is Us star Lonnie Chavis struggled to hold back tears as he listened to a racist grandmother on the hit show because it brought back awful memories from his real life.The 12-year-old, who plays Randall Pearson in the TV drama, has opened up about his experiences in a new essay for People magazine and recalled how the show’s director and writers trying to calm him down as he became emotional during the scene.

Sharon Osbourne feels free after swapping her signature red locks for a platinum hue.The 67-year-old host made the leap to become silvery white back in February, after decades of having her auburn hair dyed a vibrant shade of red. Sharon decided to make a change when she realised she resented having her hair coloured every week.“Then it’d just bleed.

Silicon Valley actor Thomas Middleditch and his wife Mollie Gates have split.

Lucy Hale’s battle with breakouts made her dread some days on the set of Pretty Little Liars.

Sofia Vergara was inspired to create her new eyewear collection after she failed to find a pair of “cute” glasses.

Sofia Vergara was inspired to create her new eyewear collection after she failed to find a pair of “cute” glasses.

Lauren Conrad has launched a new kids’ clothing collection.

Kelly Clarkson once feared her son Remington was hearing impaired.

Taylor Swift supported JoJo when she was embroiled in a legal dispute with her record label.

Lea Michele has confirmed her pregnancy by posting a photo of her baby bump on Instagram.

JoJo “didn’t feel any shame” seeking help for clinical depression because there was a history of mental health issues in her family.

Former Glee star Lea Michele is reportedly pregnant.

Gwyneth Paltrow has never really been a fan of wearing make-up.

Lea Michele is reportedly expecting her first child.

Francois Clemmons and Fred Rogers – Photo: Francois Clemmons, via Wikimedia.

Sarah Paulson finally feels confident in her own skin without the need to wear make-up.

Salma Hayek used her friends as “clients” when mastering her make-up skills as a teenager.

Katy Perry has discovered a new love for spicy foods since falling pregnant with her first child.

Lizzo began to suffer from low confidence after becoming addicted to wearing make-up every day.

Rita Wilson has posed barefaced for People magazine’s 2020 The Beautiful Issue.

Demi Lovato is urging fans battling mental health issues during the coronavirus lockdown to seek help.