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PHOTOS: Washington Blade’s 50th Anniversary Gala
‘LGBT newspaper of record’ celebrates milestone
The Washington Blade celebrated its 50th anniversary at a gala at the Intercontinental Hotel at the Wharf on Friday. Speakers included Mayor Muriel Bowser, philanthropist Ariadne Getty and Rep. David Cicilline (D-R.I.). Entertainment was provided by singer Frenchie Davis. (Washington Blade photos by Zach Brien and Vanessa Pham)
The LGBTQ+ Victory Fund National Champagne Brunch was held at Salamander Washington DC on Sunday, April 19. Gov. Andy Beshear (D-Ky.) was presented with the Allyship Award.
(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)
The umbrella LGBTQ sports organization Team D.C. held its annual Night of Champions Gala at the Georgetown Marriott on Saturday, April 18. Team D.C. presented scholarships to local student athletes and presented awards to Adam Peck, Manuel Montelongo (a.k.a. Mari Con Carne), Dr. Sara Varghai, Dan Martin and the Centaur Motorcycle Club. Sean Bartel was posthumously honored with the Most Valuable Person Award.
(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)
Denali (@denalifoxx) of “RuPaul’s Drag Race” performed at Pitchers DC on April 9 for the Thirst Trap Thursday drag show. Other performers included Cake Pop!, Brooke N Hymen, Stacy Monique-Max and Silver Ware Sidora.
(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)
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