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‘Anything’ clip gives first look of Matt Bomer as trans sex worker

the movie premieres on June 17 in Los Angeles

Published

9 years ago

June 14, 2017

Mariah Cooper

(Screenshot via YouTube.)

Indie flick “Anything” has released its first clip which features Matt Bomer portraying transgender sex worker, Freda.

The film stars John Carroll Lynch as a suicidal man who loses his wife and moves to Los Angeles to be taken care of by his sister (Maura Tierney). He strikes up a friendship with his neighbor, Freda (Bomer), and the pair begin a relationship.

“Anything,” executive produced by Mark Ruffalo, is based on the play of the same name by Timothy McNeil, who will make his directorial debut on the film.

Bomer’s casting led to an upset on social media that the film cast a cis-gender actor in a transgender role.

The film premieres June 17 in Los Angeles.

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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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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.