Thursday, Oct 23, 2025

LGBTQ+ TOP STORIES Thursday, Oct 23, 2025

Rikkardo Manzano is More 'Thirsty Something' Than 'Thirty Something'

Rikkarfo Manzano has aura of confidence about him, at least as far as his pictures go. Piercings, half-nudes and the way he styles his mustache are earmarks of a person full of certainty. 

by Timothy Rawles | Oct 22

News

Kelley Robinson’s Vision: Human Rights Campaign President Confronts Political Backlash and Champions LGBTQ+ Advocacy

In an interview with The Advocate, Human Rights Campaign President Kelley Robinson discussed her commitment to advancing LGBTQ+ rights amid intensifying...

Oct 22

Shirtless College Football Fans Spark Visibility and Celebration from Oklahoma State to UCLA

A wave of shirtless college football fans is sweeping stadiums from Oklahoma State to UCLA and Wisconsin, turning student sections into vibrant displays of...

Oct 22

Culture

Tattooed, Tender, and Totally Queer: How Ink Tells the Stories of LGBTQ+ Bodies

From the reclamation of stigmatized symbols to the creation of new languages on skin, queer tattoo culture is both a history lesson and a living archive of...

Oct 22

Chad Pinther Proves Silver is the New Gold

Chad Pinther won a CrossFit challenge for his age group (50-54) this past August. That’s quite an accomplishment and we would like to congratulate him for...

by Timothy Rawles | Oct 22

Pride

Dan Howell and Phil Lester Reveal 16-Year Relationship, Say Coming Out Felt Like a “Weight Had Been Lifted”

YouTube stars Dan Howell and Phil Lester have officially confirmed their 16-year romantic partnership, sharing the news in a candid video and podcast episode...

Oct 21

Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Model Lauren Chan Marries Hayley Kosan in Joyful, Affirming Ceremony

Lauren Chan, acclaimed Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model and fashion entrepreneur, has married filmmaker Hayley Kosan, marking a significant moment in LGBTQ+...

Oct 21

Media

Come Out With Pride Festival :: October 18, 2025

From glitter to good vibes, the Come Out With Pride festival lit up Orlando with love, unity, and pure queer magic.

by Mark Melnick | Oct 19

EDGE Now: 3 Queer Icons Who Changed the Game

From the first queen of drag to a pioneering candidate and a trans rights matriarch—meet William Dorsey Swann, José Sarria, and Miss Major Griffin-Gracy, three...

Oct 15

EDGE RECOMMENDS

EDGE Now: Redefining Bi-Visibility Through Courage & Artistry

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Three bold icons—Maren Morris, Alan Cumming, and Anna Paquin—remind us that bisexuality is real, resilient, and worthy of celebration.