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Evan Rachel Wood blasts press coverage of Amber Heard’s bisexuality
actress tweets, then deletes, support
(Evan Rachel Wood. Screenshot via YouTube)
Evan Rachel Wood spoke out on Twitter in Amber Heard’s defense amid Heard’s public divorce with Johnny Depp.
Heard, who appeared in court on Friday with a visible bruise on her face, has alleged Depp threw a phone at her face and had a history of violence against her throughout their marriage. The 30-year-old’s bisexuality has been cited in media stories and Wood, 28, believes Heard’s sexuality is highlighted unfairly.
“Amber Heard‘s sexuality is only relevant in that bi women are at far greater risk of experiencing intimate partner violence. Bisexuality however is not a reason for violence. It doesn’t mean Heard is somehow immoral or deserving of abuse,” Wood, who is also bisexual, tweeted.
PinkNews reports Wood’s tweet has since been deleted. The Independent reports Wood also retweeted “What does amber being bisexual and having lesbian friends have to do with anything? F*** the media seriously.”
The Sun reports Heard’s close friendship with bisexual model Cara Delevingne and interest in women was a contributing factor in the divorce.
“Amber always made her bisexual tendencies quite obvious. But that would spark furious rows with Johnny, who hated how indiscreet she was being. On one occasion he even screamed at her, ‘You’re making a fool of me’” The Sun reports.
Prior to marrying Depp, Heard was in a relationship with photographer Tasya van Ree for three years. The actress spoke about her sexuality earlier this year saying she did not want to deny her bisexuality, but also did not want to be defined by it. Heard publicly came out in 2010.
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Blade Summer Kickoff Party returns to Rehoboth
Politicians slated to speak at annual Blue Moon party
The Washington Blade’s 17th annual Summer Kickoff Party returns Friday, May 17, 5-7 p.m. at the Blue Moon (35 Baltimore Ave.) in Rehoboth Beach, Del.
It’s an exciting election year in Delaware, which is poised to elect its first Black woman senator (Lisa Blunt Rochester) and the nation’s first transgender member of Congress (Sarah McBride).
McBride is scheduled to speak at the party along with several politicos from the area. With the retirement of longtime state Rep. Peter C. Schwartzkopf, a staunch LGBTQ ally, three strong contenders are running to replace him. All three — Marty Rendon, Kathy McGuiness, and Claire Snyder-Hall — are slated to speak at the party. A representative from Blunt Rochester’s campaign is scheduled to speak, along with Kim Leisey, the new executive director of CAMP Rehoboth.
Tax-deductible tickets are $20 and available on Eventbrite or via the Blade’s Facebook page. The party is sponsored by Justin Noble of Sotheby’s, The Avenue Inn & Spa, and Blue Moon.
Andy Cohen, executive producer of “The Real Housewives” franchise and host of “Watch What Happens Live,” will return to Sixth & I on Wednesday, May 8 at 7:30 p.m.
This event will be his fifth appearance at the venue to celebrate the paperback release of his New York Times bestselling memoir, “The Daddy Diaries,” talk about the latest Housewives happenings, and answer audience questions about everyone’s favorite Bravolebrities.
Cohen will be in conversation with Rep. Robert Garcia, who represents California and is the first LGBTQ immigrant to win a congressional seat. Rep. Garcia has also been known to quote from “The Real Housewives” in congressional hearings.
Tickets start at $12 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.
“Herses- Purse Frist Extravaganza” will be on Friday, May 3 at 9 p.m. at 1835 14th St. N.W. This will be an evening of dancing and performances, hosted by HAUS of Bambi Award-winning Performance Artist, BUMPER. Refreshments are also available for purchase.
Tickets are $10 and can be purchased on Eventbrite.
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