Arts & Entertainment
Caitlyn Jenner is face of new H&M Sport campaign
‘I Am Cait’ star kicks off modeling career
Backstage with @hm! So proud to be part of their inspiring #HMSport campaign. #MoreIsComing #StayTuned pic.twitter.com/0Tyq3tz5j7
— Caitlyn Jenner (@Caitlyn_Jenner) March 11, 2016
Caitlyn Jenner is branching out into a modeling career as the face of H&M Sport’s new campaign. Jenner confirmed on Twitter she was partnering with the fashion brand with a picture of herself backstage during an H&M photoshoot. She teased future photos with the hashtag “#MoreIsComing.” H&M backed up Jenner with a Twitter announcement of their own.
Behind the scenes with the strong and beautiful @Caitlyn_Jenner. Stay tuned for more! #HMSport pic.twitter.com/Peh75g7HNt — H&M USA (@hmusa) March 11, 2016
According to E!, H&M addressed choosing Jenner as the spokesperson for the campaign in a Q&A.
“We want to illustrate that everything is possible—in sports, and in life,” a spokesperson for H&M said in the Q&A. “It is a collection of performance sportswear made to celebrate individuality and self-belief.”
“We strive to convey an image of diversity in all that we do and we welcome all people inspired by fashion. We want our advertising to inspire as many people as possible and we target a wide and diverse target group,” the spokesperson continued.
The reality star isn’t the first trans person to partner with H&M. Andreja Pejić and Hari Nef have walked in H&M fashion shows. She also isn’t the first Jenner to work with the clothing company; her daughter Kendall Jenner has also modeled for the brand.
Jenner hasn’t just been making waves in the fashion world. She recently announced she is delving into beauty by launching her own lipstick Finally Free with MAC Cosmetics.
The Capital Pride Alliance presented the 2026 Capital Pride Honors at “The Audacity Brunch: In Full Fuchsia” at the Four Seasons Hotel Washington, D.C. on Sunday, June 7.
(Washington Blade photos by Landon Shackelford)
Out & About
Congressional Cemetery hosts Gays & Graves
Daylong Pride celebration blends history, remembrance, art and community
Historic Congressional Cemetery will host the second annual “Gays & Graves: A Big Gay Festival” on Sunday, June 14 at 11 a.m.
The event will feature pioneering activist Randy Wicker, the Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington, and new public art installations and programs celebrating LGBTQ+ history. Gays & Graves is an official partner event of Capital Pride 2026.
This event is a daylong Pride celebration blending history, remembrance, art and community. Visitors can shop from LGBTQ+ and allied artists and makers, experience performances and interactive installations, and engage with programs exploring LGBTQ+ history and lived experience.
For more details, visit the cemetery’s website.
Baltimore Pride is underway, taking place from June 8-14.
The Pride Parade will be on Saturday, June 13 at 12 p.m. at Charles Street & North Avenue, followed by the Pride Block Party at 1 p.m. at Druid Hill Park. And then the Pride Festival will be held on Sunday, June 14 at 12 p.m. at Druid Hill Park.
There will be an array of additional events including: a fashion show, a “Suits and Sneakers” reception and a 5k race, among many other events.
For more details, visit Baltimore Pride’s website.
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