Arts & Entertainment
Maya Hawke reveals she suggested Robin should be a lesbian in ‘Stranger Things’
The character was originally meant to date Steve
Actress Maya Hawke revealed that her character Robin coming out as a lesbian wasn’t in the original script.
In “Stranger Things 3,” Steve admits that he has feelings for his Scoops Ahoy! co-worker, Robin. Instead of telling Steve she reciprocates his feelings, Robin comes out as a lesbian and shares that she once had a crush on his ex-girlfriend Nancy (Natalia Danielle Dyer).
In an interview with the Wall Street Journal, Hawke says the script actually called for Robin and Steve to begin a romantic relationship. However, while filming Hawke and Keery felt that their characters’ chemistry was more friendly than romantic.
“Throughout filming, we started to feel like she and [Steve] shouldn’t get together, and that she’s gay,” Hawke says. “Even when I go back and watch earlier episodes, it just seems like the most obvious decision ever.”
Hawke brought her suggestion up to the showrunners and Robin became the first LGBTQ character on “Stranger Things.”
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.
‘Heated Rivalry’ stars to participate in Olympic torch relay
Comings & Goings
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‘Queer Eye’ watch party set for Friday
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