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Miley Cyrus to headline Capital Pride Concert

The Pointer Sisters, Tinashe will also appear

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(Miley Cyrus. Photo courtesy of Capital Pride. )

Miley Cyrus, Tinashe, the Pointer Sisters and VASSY will headline the 2017 Capital Pride Concert, Capital Pride announced on Tuesday.

The Capital Pride Concert, presented by Hot 99.5, will take place on three stages on Pennsylvania Avenue at Third Street on Sunday, June 11. Performances kick off at 1 p.m.

Cyrus, who identifies as pansexual, is known for her hit singles “We Can’t Stop” and “Wrecking Ball.”  The 24-year-old is the founder of Happy Hippie Foundation, a non-profit organization that aids homeless youth and fights for the welfare of LGBT youth and women, among other social justice issues.

Tinashe, 21, came out with her debut album, “Aquarius” in 2014. Her singles “2 On”, “Pretend” and “All Hands on Deck” were on the Billboard Hot 100.

Legendary R&B group the Pointer Sisters began their long career in the 1970s. Known for their hit singles “He’s So Shy,” “Jump (for My Love),” among others, the group has won three Grammy Awards and three American Music Awards.

VASSY is an electronic music artist whose single “We Are Young” reached number one on the U.S. Billboard Dance Chart. She is also an ambassador for the NOH8 campaign.

“We are unapologetically proud to join with Miley Cyrus, Tinashe, and all of the headliners at the 2017 Capital Pride Festival! This is sure to be an awesome weekend full of great music and lots of fun,” Tommy Chuck, Program Director of HOT 99.5, said in a statement.

The Capital Pride Festival presented by Live! Casino & Hotel kicks off at noon. This year more than 300 exhibitors will be on display along with beverage gardens and a family zone.

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PHOTOS: Equality Prince William Pride

Fifth annual LGBTQ celebration held in Manassas, Va.

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Mayor of Manassas Michelle Davis-Younger, center, cuts the ribbon to open Equality Prince William Pride at Harris Pavilion in Manassas, Va. on Saturday, May 16. (Washington Blade photo by Landon Shackelford)

Equality Prince William Pride was held at the Harris Pavilion in Manassas, Va. on Saturday, May 16.

(Washington Blade photos by Landon Shackelford)

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PHOTOS: Blade Summer Kickoff Party

Ashley Biden accepts award for Beau Biden at annual Rehoboth fundraiser

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Ashley Biden accepts an award on behalf of her brother, Beau Biden, at the Washington Blade's Summer Kickoff Party in Rehoboth Beach, Del. (Washington Blade photo by Daniel Truitt)

The 19th annual Blade Foundation Summer Kickoff Party was held on Friday, May 15 at Diego’s in Rehoboth Beach, Del. An award presentation was held for former Delaware Attorney General Beau Biden. Ashley Biden accepted the award on her brother’s behalf and gave remarks. Other speakers included Delaware state Rep. Claire Snyder-Hall, CAMP Rehoboth Executive Director Dr. Robin Brennan and Washington Blade Editor Kevin Naff. The event was a fundraiser for the Steve Elkins Memorial Fellowship in Journalism.

(Washington Blade photos by Daniel Truitt)

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PHOTOS: Taste of Point

Annual fundraiser supporting LGBTQ youth scholarships and mentorships held at Room & Board

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Taste of Point was held at Room & Board on Wednesday, May 13. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

The Point Foundation held the annual Taste of Point fundraiser at Room & Board on Wednesday, May 13.

(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)

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