Arts & Entertainment
Celebrities react to Orlando shooting
the stars give condolences in person and on social media
Celebrities expressed their sorrow and condolences over the Orlando shooting this week.
Lady Gaga gave an emotional tribute at a vigil for the victims outside Los Angeles’ City Hall on Monday.
“As we have now witnessed the largest mass shooting in American history, I can’t help but feel that this level of hatred, like all prejudicial crimes, this is an attack on humanity itself. This is an attack on everyone. Tonight, I gather humbly with you as a human being in peace, in sincerity, in commitment, in solidarity, to take a real moment and mourn the tragic loss of these innocent, beautiful people,” Lady Gaga said at the vigil before reading the list of names of the lives lost.
Janet Jackson posted a tribute video for her song “Shoulda Known Better” featuring pictures of the victims combined with news footage.
Shoulda Known Better – Unofficial Lyric Video – Janet Jackson (A Tribute To The Victims of the Orlando Shooting) from ithl23 on Vimeo.
Actor Tituss Burgess performed at the Stonewall Inn rally and vigil for Orlando, singing “Somewhere” from “West Side Story.” Nick Jonas also spoke at the vigil.
Other celebrities took to Twitter and Instagram to share their thoughts.
Deeply moved that in the face of tragedy Orlando & Americans everywhere are coming together to give blood, love & support.This is who we are
— Laverne Cox (@Lavernecox) June 12, 2016
my love for the LGBTQ+ community goes on and on and on, i will grieve today and i will fight tomorrow — Olly Alexander (@alexander_olly) June 12, 2016
My heart is broken. Let people be people, let’s love together. The world is with you Orlando ❤️ pic.twitter.com/pH5tBYn60o
— Sam Smith (@samsmithworld) June 13, 2016
Heartbroken about the shooting in Orlando. My prayers and thoughts are with you all in America. I pray for this world to change! — Boy George (@BoyGeorge) June 12, 2016
The tragedy in Orlando is just beyond sad. My deepest regrets to all those suffering. There are no words that suffice. I’m…stunned. — Neil Patrick Harris (@ActuallyNPH) June 12, 2016
Stop Hate. Stop Violence. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️#revolutionoflove A photo posted by Madonna (@madonna) on
My heart goes out to the victims and their families. Our community has suffered a tremendous loss. We must stand together more than ever. — Ellen Page (@EllenPage) June 12, 2016
NO WORDS GOOD ENOUGH?‼️WHEN UR HURT, WOUNDED, MURDERED WE ALL CRY‼️WE ALL MOURN ‼️WE R ALL LESS WITHOUT U MY EXTENDED FAMILY??‼️#URNOTALONE — Cher (@cher) June 12, 2016
There is something profoundly wrong with a nation that allows its citizens to be slaughtered the way we have. We are ill. Maybe terminally. — Bette Midler (@BetteMidler) June 13, 2016
My heart is heavy today, but I still believe in love. There’s more love than hate in this world. #OrlandoUnited — Ellen DeGeneres (@TheEllenShow) June 13, 2016
Sports
‘Heated Rivalry’ stars to participate in Olympic torch relay
Games to take place next month in Italy
“Heated Rivalry” stars Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie will participate in the Olympic torch relay ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics that will take place next month in Italy.
HBO Max, which distributes “Heated Rivalry” in the U.S., made the announcement on Thursday in a press release.
The games will take place in Milan and Cortina from Feb. 6-22. The HBO Max announcement did not specifically say when Williams and Storrie will participate in the torch relay.
Bars & Parties
Here’s where to watch ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ with fellow fans
Entertainers TrevHER and Grey host event with live performance
Spark Social Events will host “Ru Paul’s Drag Race S18 Watch Party Hosted by Local Drag Queens” on Friday, Jan. 23 at 8 p.m.
Drag entertainers TrevHER and Grey will provide commentary and make live predictions on who’s staying and who’s going home. Stick around after the show for a live drag performance. The watch party will take place on a heated outdoor patio and cozy indoor space.
This event is free and more details are available on Eventbrite.
The DC Center is hosting a watch party for an episode of the 10th and final season of “Queer Eye,” which was filmed in D.C. The screening will be held on Friday, Jan. 23 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at the Center.
The screening will last 45-55 minutes, with community time both before and after the episode. Drinks and snacks will be provided and organizers promise a “surprise or two.” For information on tickets, visit the DC Center’s website.
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