Arts & Entertainment
Hugh Jackman shares origin of gay rumors but isn’t bothered
The Australian actor has been married to Deborra-lee Furness since 1996
Hugh Jackman (Photo by Franz Richter via Wikimedia Commons)
Hugh Jackman revealed where he thinks the origin of speculation that he’s closeted came from.
Jackman, who has been married to Deborra-lee Furness since 1996, told a U.S. radio station that it all stems from a part he played on Broadway, according to Metro.
In 2003, Jackman starred as a gay singer-songwriter in the Broadway play “The Boy from Oz,” which features a kissing scene with his male co-star.
“I was literally just locking lips… I started to laugh so hard,” Jackman says.”So, I stay kissing him, because I thought, ‘I’m just going to laugh. I’m going to stay here until it subsides.’ And it never subsided and the whole audience could see my body shaking, so they started.”
However, the speculation doesn’t bother the 50-year-old actor. “Some dudes do get upset, some dudes say, ‘Don’t say I’m gay,’ (but) I am good,” Jackman says.
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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