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Man proposes to his Swiftie boyfriend at D.C. Taylor Swift concert

The couple got engaged during their favorite song

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A gay couple got engaged during Taylor Swift’s Reputation Tour stop in D.C. while the pop star sang their favorite song.

Ric was enjoying the concert listening to Swift sing “Call It What You Want” when his boyfriend Samy got down on one knee.

“He asked me to marry him while Taylor Swift was singing our song in front of us and I said ABSO-FUCKING-LUTELY,” Ric tweeted along with photos of the special moment.

He later tweeted video footage captured of the pair getting engaged.

In a heartfelt Instagram post, Ric explained that he’s a Swiftie because her music helped him through a dark period in his life. The photo showed off two tattoos honoring her two albums “1989” and “Reputation.”

“Became a Taylor Swift fan after trying to commit suicide because she saved me from depression with her 1989 album and that’s when I got my first tattoo representing that album. Then she released ?????????? and as her fan, new music from her gave me more confidence and more happiness. I decided to get my second tattoo representing the album. This ?????????? tattoo represents how happy I am. I’ll always love Taylor Swift and I’m seeing her for the first time in front row this Tuesday. Thank you Taylor Swift, thank you for giving me a reason to love life and love myself a little more. I love you and with these tattoos you’ll be with me forever,” Ric writes.

 

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PHOTOS: Amsterdam Pride Canal Parade

Annual LGBTQ celebration held in Dutch city during World Pride

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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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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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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

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