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The Weeknd’s ‘Lost in the Fire’ lyrics branded homophobic

The lyrics deemed harmful and offensive to queer women

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The Weeknd. (Photo by Anton Mak via Wikimedia Commons)

The Weeknd is being called out for lyrics perceived as homophobic on his new song “Lost in the Fire,” a collaboration with French techno DJ Gesaffelstein.

On the track the Weeknd sings: “You said you might be into girls (Into girls). Said you’re going through a phase (Through a phase). Keeping your heart safe (Keepin’ your heart safe, oh). Well, baby, you can bring a friend (Bring a friend). She can ride on top your face (Top your face). While I fuck you straight (While I fuck you straight, yeah).”

Nylon writer Jill Gutowitz slammed the lyrics calling them “actually fucking vile.”

“i used to joke that listening to The Weeknd was homophobic but the lyrics from his new song ‘lost in the fire’ are actually fucking vile. in 2019 we’re still doing ‘fuck you straight’ and calling female queerness a ‘phase?'” Gutowitz tweeted.

She added: “These are the kinds of lyrics that fucked me up when i was younger & subconsciously kept me in the closet. So it’s important to talk about and say ‘this is isn’t ok.’”

Musician Marika Hackman tweeted:”Well done to @theweeknd for managing to deride, fetishise and dismiss lesbianism all in one verse.”

Amber Bain (musically known as The Japanese House) also blasted the song tweeting “you can seriously fuck off with these lyrics @theweeknd.”

The Weeknd has not yet responded to the criticism.

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‘Heated Rivalry’ stars to participate in Olympic torch relay

Games to take place next month in Italy

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January 23, 2026

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“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.

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Here’s where to watch ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ with fellow fans

Entertainers TrevHER and Grey host event with live performance

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January 23, 2026

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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.

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‘Queer Eye’ watch party set for Friday

DC Center to host event

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January 23, 2026

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Members of the cast of 'Queer Eye' speak at an event at Crush Dance Bar in August. (Blade photo by Michael Key)

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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