Arts & Entertainment
Watch: Jeremiah Lloyd Harmon’s parents support their son on ‘American Idol’
The Maryland contestant performed Queen’s ‘Who Wants to Live Forever’
Jeremiah Lloyd Harmon had special guests sitting in the audience during his performance on “American Idol” on Sunday.
Harmon, who hails from Catonsville, Md., is the son of a pastor. He has been open that his parents have struggled to accept he is gay.
He performed “Who Wants to Live Forever” for the show’s Queen-themed night. Harmon’s parents showed their support for him by coming to the show.
Harmon’s performance was a hit with the judges.
“You really embodied the spirit of Freddie Mercury with that performance,” Katy Perry praised him.
Luke Bryan added: “It was such an emotional ride and you have a real knack for that. It was a complete journey that built and built and built, and then you just took it to the next level. I loved every second of it.”
Lionel Ritchie was also impressed saying,”You take the band to the next level. That means you’re really doing something powerful. Your voice is something to be reckoned with.”
However, the most meaningful critique came from Harmon’s father who called his son’s performance “powerful.
“It’s another great performance. I’m not very objective, but I think he’s the best one here,” Harmon’s father says.
Harmon’s performance earned him a spot in the top six.
Watch below.
The Capital Pride Alliance presented the 2026 Capital Pride Honors at “The Audacity Brunch: In Full Fuchsia” at the Four Seasons Hotel Washington, D.C. on Sunday, June 7.
(Washington Blade photos by Landon Shackelford)
Out & About
Congressional Cemetery hosts Gays & Graves
Daylong Pride celebration blends history, remembrance, art and community
Historic Congressional Cemetery will host the second annual “Gays & Graves: A Big Gay Festival” on Sunday, June 14 at 11 a.m.
The event will feature pioneering activist Randy Wicker, the Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington, and new public art installations and programs celebrating LGBTQ+ history. Gays & Graves is an official partner event of Capital Pride 2026.
This event is a daylong Pride celebration blending history, remembrance, art and community. Visitors can shop from LGBTQ+ and allied artists and makers, experience performances and interactive installations, and engage with programs exploring LGBTQ+ history and lived experience.
For more details, visit the cemetery’s website.
Baltimore Pride is underway, taking place from June 8-14.
The Pride Parade will be on Saturday, June 13 at 12 p.m. at Charles Street & North Avenue, followed by the Pride Block Party at 1 p.m. at Druid Hill Park. And then the Pride Festival will be held on Sunday, June 14 at 12 p.m. at Druid Hill Park.
There will be an array of additional events including: a fashion show, a “Suits and Sneakers” reception and a 5k race, among many other events.
For more details, visit Baltimore Pride’s website.
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