Omar Rudberg has been riding high with the release of his new EP Every Night Fantasy, and letโs just say itโs giving all the post-breakup realness weโve come to expect from our favorite Young Royals star.
Dropped on October 18, the EP dives deep into Omarโs emotional journey, blending ballads with upbeat tracks that capture the mix of heartache and freedom after love.
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Speaking with Attitude, Omar made it clear heโs โso over itโ when it comes to addressing his exโthough we all know the EP is sprinkled with his feelings about moving on and embracing lifeโs next chapter.
EXCLUSIVO | Omar Rudberg e Nurbo Bozan durante o Lollapalooza Stockholm 2022 pelas lentes de Emma Grann.
— Omar Rudberg Daily Info (@rudbergdailyinf) July 4, 2022
For those of us whoโve followed Omar since his boyband days with FO&O, his evolution has been nothing short of magical.
Post-Young Royals, his visibility as a queer icon skyrocketed, especially with his portrayal of Simon, who navigated a complex, tender relationship on screen.
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This connection to the LGBTQ+ community is something Omar feels honored by, though he remains refreshingly label-free.
โIโm just myself,โ he often says, embracing love in whatever form it takes.
Adding some extra spice to this narrative is the rumored past relationship with Nurbo Bozan.
While Omar doesnโt directly name names, fans have speculated on his romantic entanglements, with Bozan being a notable mention from his Todo De Ti music video days.
But whether or not the rumor mill is true, Omar is clearly focused on his music and his sold-out showsโlike his recent performance at Heaven in London on October 21, where he promised it would be sweaty, fun, and a little emotional.
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With a European tour ahead, and an open heart when it comes to love, Omar continues to inspire his fans, especially those going through breakups.
His message? Youโll come out stronger, happier, and there are plenty more fish in the sea!
You know itโs true love when a pair can rock matching leather outfits on their wedding day, and thatโs exactly what seems to have gone down for Brandon Flynn and Jordan Tannahill!
Yep, darlings, it looks like the 13 Reasons Why heartthrob and the celebrated Canadian playwright tied the knot on October 12th.
And it wasnโt just any weddingโit was an edgy, chic affair, packed with some seriously stylish guests and intimate moments in NYCโs East Village.
Now, if youโve been paying attention (and letโs be honest, you probably have been), whispers about these two have been swirling around since the beginning of the year.
We first wrote about them back in February, but neither had officially confirmed their relationship.
Still, if youโre in the know, youโve seen the little breadcrumbs theyโve been leaving for us along the way.
It was impossible not to feel the love between them, especially after that birthday post on October 11th. Tannahill, being the romantic he is, shared a photo of him and Flynn against the backdrop of the Manhattan skyline, gushing about wanting to be by Flynnโs side forever.
The very next day, it seems like they took that sentiment to heart and made it official!
Whatโs even more fabulous? The photos that have surfaced online (bless those fan accounts!) show Flynn and Tannahill embracing the moment in head-turning leather looks.
Flynnโs outfit? A leather kilt paired with sheer detailingโgiving everyone a peek at those sculpted thighs.
Tannahill kept it a little more classic (well, as classic as you can get with leather!) in slacks and boots.
Oh, and there were matching white roses involved! These two really brought their A-game to the altar.
St. Markโs Church-in-the-Bowery, an iconic spot in the East Village, set the scene for the event.
The ceremony was intimate, but the guest list was all about fabulous queer power players.
Julio Torres, the brilliant mind behind Problemista, and Morgan Spector, the smoldering zaddy from The Gilded Age, were spotted amongst the guests, sprinkling in their signature glam.
And because no LGBTQ+ wedding would be complete without some top-tier performance art, Christeeneโdrag queen extraordinaire and performance artistโdelivered what was surely an unforgettable toast.
Oh, and the details didnโt stop there. Friends of the couple shared adorable keepsakes from the wedding, like a custom matchbook reading โBrandon + Jordan, Oct. 12, 2024,โ and a cute little hand-drawn map to the venue.
Flynnโs bestie, queer filmmaker Kevin Rios, posted a slideshow from the day that ended with a drool-worthy shot of Flynn showing off a fresh chest tattooโa heart with โB + Jโ right in the middle.
Talk about a lasting tribute! Flynn even left a cheeky comment on Riosโ post, pointing out a blurry but affectionate snap of the two.
For now, the newlyweds themselves have kept mum on their nuptialsโno official statements from either Flynn or Tannahill, and honestly, who can blame them? Theyโre probably still basking in their love bubble.
But with all these snapshots, the love in the air is unmistakable, and it feels like weโve all been invited to the party.
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So cheers to Brandon and Jordan!
Whether youโre on the stage, behind the camera, or writing some of the best queer theater out there, these two are clearly one of the most exciting couples on the scene right now.
Hereโs hoping we get more glimpses into their happily-ever-afterโwhether thatโs in leather or not!
If youโve been missing the jaw-dropping drama of Succession but secretly thought it needed more bare everything, then Huluโs new series Rivals has you coveredโliterally and, well, not so much.
Based on Jilly Cooperโs oh-so-80s novel of the same name, Rivals dives headfirst into a world of sex, scandal, and some seriously risquรฉ tennis matches.
But what really sets this British drama apart is how itโs unapologetically bold, brash, and gloriously gay.
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Set against the backdrop of a fictional county in 1986, Rivals brings the frothy, high-stakes world of media moguls Rupert Campbell-Black (played by The Boysโ Alex Hassell) and Lord Tony Baddingham (LGBTQ+ legend David Tennant) to life.
These two are rivals in every sense, but itโs not just their professional battles that make this show addictive. Oh no, honey, this series isnโt shy about serving up secretsโespecially in the realm of love.
One of the juiciest (and, letโs be real, most relevant to us) plotlines involves a clandestine gay romance thatโs so layered it could double as a rainbow cake.
Enter Charles Fairburn (played by Outlanderโs Gary Lamont), the out-and-proud director of programming at Corinium TV, and his secret lover, Gerald Middleton (Hubert Burton, known for The Inheritance).
Gerald, bless his conflicted heart, is an ambitious aide working for the deeply conservative MP Rupert Campbell-Black, making their romance the stuff of epic tension.
While Charles might be comfortably out in both his personal and professional life, Gerald is fighting tooth and nail to keep his sexuality hidden, whichโhello, itโs the โ80s under Margaret Thatcherโadds even more layers to their already complicated relationship.
With the specter of AIDS looming and Thatcherโs policies keeping queer voices at bay, their romance becomes not just passionate but dangerous.
As the series creator Dominic Treadwell-Collins put it, Charles and Geraldโs story isnโt just a subplot; itโs a sweeping love story, reflective of the gay experience during a time when love was often shadowed by fear.
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And girl, while the show has its serious moments, itโs not afraid to get campy with some sizzling scenes thatโll have you gasping for air.
Case in point: the now-infamous naked tennis match, featuring Alex Hassell as Rupert Campbell-Black, showing off more than just his forehand.
Talk about balls flying all over the place! When asked about going full frontal for the scene, Hassell coyly admitted to Metro that, yes, thatโs all him.
Letโs just say, between Rivals and Cooper Kochโs similar revelations on Netflixโs Monsters: The Lyle and Erik Menendez, the era of prosthetics might just be over. Good for them, bad for our heart rates!
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And if youโre wondering whether all this nudity and sex is just for shock valueโDominic Treadwell-Collins assures us itโs not. Every intimate moment drives the story forward, exploring the power dynamics and desires simmering beneath the surface.
Take, for example, the explosive end to episode one, where a montage of nearly the entire cast mid-climax sets the tone to Depeche Modeโs โJust Canโt Get Enough.โ
Youโll be glad your neighbors canโt hear your inner monologue during that one.
But seriously, what Rivals does so wellโbesides giving us all a much-needed visual treatโis bring LGBTQ+ stories into the mainstream without feeling like an afterthought.
Charles and Geraldโs romance might be happening behind closed doors, but the show gives them the same weight, complexity, and messiness as any straight couple on screen.
Treadwell-Collins is right: These kinds of stories, played out on a major platform like Hulu, have the power to shift perspectives and make people care.
So, if youโre looking for a show that gives you everything from juicy, scandalous affairs to gay love stories thatโll have you cheering from the sidelines, Rivals is your new go-to.
And yes, itโll have you thinking twice the next time you hit the tennis courtโfully clothed, of course.
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The entire first season of Rivals is now streaming on Hulu. Grab a cocktail, settle in, and prepare for all the drama.
Well, friends, if you werenโt at the Kia Forum on October 16, you might want to sit down for this one!
As part of the ongoing Sweat tour, our pop king Troye Sivan just delivered a moment that had the LA crowd buzzing for days.
It all started innocently enough โ another electric night in Los Angeles, the second sold-out show in a row โ but things took a spicy turn when Troye invited social media sensation Vinnie Hacker up on stage during his performance of โOne of Your Girls.โ
And what followed? A lap dance that had the crowd screaming.
We all know Troye can put on a show, but this performance had a little extra heat, with Troye grinding on Vinnie, much to the delight of the audience. Troyeโs got an eye for flair, and he certainly picked the right guest star in Vinnie.
With nearly 5 million followers on Instagram and over 15 million on TikTok, this 22-year-old influencer, known for his tattoos and dreamy vibes, has been making hearts race since he started modeling at 15.
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Itโs no wonder Troyeโs been thirsting after him on TikTok for a while now!
(And if you remember that cheeky TikTok where Troye responded to Vinnieโs request for โinsane topโโฆ well, letโs just say that energy was very much alive on stage!)
Some fans had been hoping for a repeat of Tuesday nightโs stacked guest appearances, where Kesha and Tate McCrae made surprise cameos.
So when Vinnie was the only guest of the night, a few felt slightly underwhelmed. But come on, how could anyone really complain after witnessing that lap dance?
Vinnie, ever the good sport, took to X (formerly known as Twitter) to respond with his signature humor, saying, โSorry u guys didnโt get a better guest but I tried my hardest,โ before adding, โRegardless, it was fun and the crowd was amazing :)โ
While some might have been hoping for more celebrity surprises, Vinnie brought his charm and a viral moment that fans are sure to replay for months to come.
After all, when Troyeโs on stage, anything can happen, and this time, it was pure fire.
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The Sweat tour continues to push boundaries and thrill audiences, blending Troyeโs playful, flirty side with killer pop performances.
We love to see our faves come together in such fun, unexpected ways. Itโs like theyโre all part of the same crew we know and love โ and sometimes, it feels like weโre all in it together, celebrating the magic of these queer moments with our community.
Troyeโs never been one to shy away from expressing desire and intimacy in his performances, and having someone like Vinnie up there with him?
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Well, letโs just say, Troyeโs giving us all the queer love story we never knew we needed on stage.
And letโs not forget โ this isnโt just about a lap dance. Itโs about how openly and joyfully Troyeโs crafted a space where queerness, playfulness, and connection shine center stage.
Each night of the Sweat tour feels like a celebration of that. And as Troye and Charli XCX keep bringing the heat, you can bet weโre all here for every steamy, star-studded moment.
Catch the tour if you can โ you never know what (or who) you might see next!
The devastating news of Liam Payneโs death at just 31 has left many, including his LGBTQ+ fans, reflecting on his journey as both a global pop star and an often misunderstood public figure.
Payne, best known as a member of One Direction, was holidaying in Buenos Aires with his girlfriend, Kate Cassidy, when he tragically fell from a hotel balcony.
Reports suggest that police had been called to the scene before his fall due to concerns about his behavior, potentially under the influence of alcohol or drugs .
Sadly, despite the swift response from emergency services, Liamโs injuries were โincompatible with life,โ and he was declared dead at the scene.
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For much of his career, Liamโs public image has intersected with LGBTQ+ issues, both positively and controversially.
His time in One Direction thrust him into the limelight at a young age, where he quickly became a heartthrob for fans worldwide, including those in the LGBTQ+ community.
Over the years, rumors about his sexuality and relationships have circulated, with Liam often addressing these speculations with humor and directness.
Most recently, days before his tragic death, Liam had been on a trip to Argentina and responded to rumors regarding his friendship with Argentine man Roger Nores.
After the two were spotted holding hands, some fans jumped to conclusions, but Liam laughed off the claims, saying, โIf I were gay, I might go for him,โ while clarifying that their relationship was purely platonic.
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However, Liamโs interactions with the LGBTQ+ community havenโt always been smooth.
Back in 2019, he faced a significant backlash over his song โBoth Ways,โ which many listeners felt was biphobic, reinforcing negative stereotypes about bisexuality.
The songโs lyrics were interpreted as fetishizing bisexual women, which led to widespread criticism, particularly from LGBTQ+ advocates.
Liam later apologized, admitting that he had misjudged how the song would be received and acknowledging the hurt it caused.
This moment marked a turning point in his relationship with LGBTQ+ fans, as he made efforts to learn from the controversy.
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Liam also had to navigate rumors about his sexuality throughout his career, particularly during his time in One Direction.
Fans of the band created extensive fan fiction, some of which involved same-sex relationships between the band members.
Payne publicly addressed this in 2014, stating that he found some of the fan fiction to be inappropriate, especially when it involved real people.
His comments were met with mixed reactions, with some LGBTQ+ fans feeling alienated.
However, Liam often reiterated that his intentions were never homophobic, and he later expressed regret for how some of his statements had been interpreted.
Despite these occasional missteps, Payne was an ally in many ways.
He often participated in LGBTQ+ conversations and was willing to engage with fans who raised concerns.
His openness to address rumors and speak candidly about his experiences showed a willingness to learn and evolve, even when the spotlight was harsh.
He found humor in the rumors and used them as an opportunity to express solidarity rather than defensiveness.
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Following his sudden passing, many of Liamโs colleagues and friends have expressed their grief.
Paris Hilton, one of the first to react, described the news as โso upsettingโ and sent her condolences to Liamโs family and friends .
John and Edward Grimes, known as Jedward, also paid tribute, expressing sympathy for his former bandmates and especially for Cheryl, Liamโs former partner, and their son, Bear.
Liamโs legacy is one of immense talent, marked by highs and lows that were shared with the public in often brutally honest ways.
He wasnโt afraid to address uncomfortable truths about his life, from his struggles with mental health and addiction to the pressures of fame.
While his relationship with the LGBTQ+ community had its challenges, his willingness to listen and engage was appreciated by many.
In the wake of this tragic loss, Payne will be remembered not only for his contribution to music but also for his attempts to connect with a wide audience, including those who may have felt overlooked by mainstream pop culture.
His death is a profound loss, and his legacy will continue to resonate with fans and supporters from all walks of life.
