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PHOTOS: ‘Gays of Our Lives’ in New York City
Soap opera stars who play gay characters gather at the Stonewall
Soap opera fans from across the nation gathered in New York City on March 27 to meet the actors behind their favorite characters. Panelists included Gregory Michael of “Greek” and “Dante’s Cove,” Hal Sparks of “Queer as Folk,” Scott Evans of “One Life to Live,” Jo Weil and Thore Schölermann of “Verbotene Liebe,” Igor Dolgatschew and Dennis Grabosch of “Alles Was Zählt,” and Felix Isenbügel of “Gute Zeiten Schlechte Zeiten.” (Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)








The Miss Gay Western Maryland pageant was held at The Lodge in Boonsboro, Md. on Friday, May 1. Maria R. Posa was crowned the winner with Aura Fixation named first alternate. Both winners are qualified to compete in the 2026 Miss Gay Maryland America pageant.
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The new monthly 90’s Flashback Drag Brunch premiered at Red Bear Brewing Co. on Sunday, April 26. Performers included Logan Stone, Tiffany D. Carter and Charlemagne Chateau.
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The LGBTQ+ Victory Fund National Champagne Brunch was held at Salamander Washington DC on Sunday, April 19. Gov. Andy Beshear (D-Ky.) was presented with the Allyship Award.
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