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Out actor Jonathan Bennett joins ‘Celebrity Big Brother’ season two

Dina Lohan, Anthony Scaramucci also will compete

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Jonathan Bennett. (Photo via Instagram)

Gay actor and TV host Jonathan Bennet has joined season two of “Celebrity Big Brother.”

Bennett, 37, is best known for playing Aaron Samuels, Lindsay Lohan’s love interest, in the 2005 teen comedy “Mean Girls” and for hosting “Cake Wars.” He came out as gay in 2017 and is currently dating TV host James Vaughan.

“I can’t believe I’m packing for the Celebrity @cbs_bigbrother house! If you see this picture that means I am officially locked away going on the next adventure in my life and becoming a house guest for season two of Celebrity Big Brother on CBS,” Bennett posted on Instagram.

Bennett will be joined by Lindsay’s mother, Dina Lohan, former White House Communications Director Anthony Scaramucci, actor Joey Lawrence, Olympic swimmer Ryan Lochte, actor Kato Kaelin, “Real Housewives of Atlanta” star Kandi Burruss, singer and “Braxton Family Values” star Tamar Braxton, actor/talk show host Tom Green, former WWE star Natalie Eva Marie, Olympic hurdler Lolo Jones and former NFL player Ricky Williams.

“Celebrity Big Brother” season two premieres on Monday, Jan. 21 at 8 p.m. on CBS.

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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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Come showcase your singing, poetry talent

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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