Arts & Entertainment
Gus Kenworthy cast in ‘American Horror Story’
The Olympian will portray Emma Roberts’ boyfriend
Olympian Gus Kenworthy is switching his skis for a script.
The freeskier will portray Emma Roberts’ boyfriend on season nine of “American Horror Story.”
Showrunner Ryan Murphy made the big announcement on Instagram writing, “That special moment when you realize you have an Olympic medal AND will be playing Emma Roberts’ boyfriend on ‘American Horror Story’ Season 9.”
Kenworthy confirmed the news reposting with the caption, “I guess the cat’s out of the bag… I’m ?? So ?? Fucking ?? Shook ?? ILYS.”
On Twitter, the openly gay athlete joked that he’s prepped for the role because he “played ‘straight’ for the first 23 years of my life.” Kenworthy publicly came out as gay in 2015.
Interviewer: So how did you prepare for this role?
— Gus Kenworthy (@guskenworthy) February 7, 2019
Me: I actually played "straight" for the first 23 years of my life… https://t.co/suRyBfRE3Q
There’s been no word on the plot of season nine. So far, only Kenworthy and Roberts have officially been announced as cast members.
Out & About
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.