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‘Saturday Night Live’ promotes gay comedian to head writer

Chris Kelly shares title with female writer Sarah Schneider

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10 years ago

August 16, 2016

Mariah Cooper

(Sarah Schneider and Chris Kelly. Screenshot via YouTube.)

“Saturday Night Live” has promoted a gay man and a woman to co-head writers.

Chris Kelly, who is gay, and Sarah Schneider will be replacing Rob Klein and Bryan Tucker as “SNL” head writers this coming season, SplitSider reports. Schnieder will be the show’s first female head writer since 2008.

Kelly and Schneider joined the “SNL” writing team in 2011. Since then, they have contributed to popular sketches like “Back Home Ballers,” “The Beygency,” “Bar Talk with Hillary Clinton” and “Bern Your Enthusiasm.” They also contributed to the sketch “Do It (On My Twin Bed),” which received an Emmy nomination.

Kelly has also written and directed the LGBT film “Other People,” which was screened at Sundance Film Festival and Outfest this year.

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PHOTOS: Amsterdam Pride Canal Parade

Annual LGBTQ celebration held in Dutch city during World Pride

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7 hours ago

August 1, 2026

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A scene from the 2026 Amsterdam Pride Canal Parade. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

Editor’s note: International News Editor Michael K. Lavers and Photo Editor Michael Key are on assignment in the Netherlands through Aug. 10.

AMSTERDAM — The 2026 Amsterdam Pride Canal Parade was held on Saturday, Aug. 1.

(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key and Michael K. Lavers)

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PHOTOS: Lambda Legal in the Pines

Fundraiser held at ‘Normal Heart’ house

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1 day ago

July 31, 2026

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A scene from the 'Lambda Legal in the Pines' fundraiser on July 25. (Photo by Santiago Felipe)

The LGBTQ organization Lambda Legal held its annual “Lambda Legal in the Pines” fundraiser on Saturday, July 25. The event was held at a house on Fire Island featured in Ryan Murphy’s 2014 HBO film, “The Normal Heart.”

Organizers say over $500,000 was raised to support Lambda Legal’s national litigation and advocacy work.

(Photos by Santiago Felipe)

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Come showcase your singing, poetry talent

Spark Social open mic night planned for Aug. 13

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2 days ago

July 31, 2026

Tinashe Chingarande

Spark Social will host “Open Mic Night” on Thursday, Aug. 13 at 8 p.m. (Washington Blade file photo by Michael Key)

Spark Social will host “Open Mic Night” on Thursday, Aug. 13 at 8 p.m.

Get ready to share your talent or just kick back and enjoy some great performances. This event is a fun, laid-back vibe where everyone’s welcome to take the stage. Sign-ups are first-come, first-served, but you can also DM Spark Social on Instagram to reserve a performance spot. Whether you’re a singer, poet, or comedian, this is your chance to get on stage and share your art. More details are available on Eventbrite.