Andrew Christian To Close His Steamy Male Underwear Brand

Andrew Christian, the trailblazing gay Latino designer who revolutionized men’s underwear and queer fashion, has announced his retirement and the closure of his eponymous brand by the end of 2025.

Instagram:@theandrewchristian
Instagram:@theandrewchristian

His final collection, aptly titled Bespoke, will debut in Fall/Winter 2025, serving as a heartfelt love letter to the LGBTQ+ community that embraced his vision and designs.

In an emotional statement shared on his website and social media, Christian reflected on his journey from a challenging upbringing in Fresno’s Section 8 housing to becoming a global fashion icon.

“Fashion wasn’t just an aspiration; it was survival,” he wrote. “Each stitch was a heartbeat; each garment, not just a part of my story, but my coming out.”

Founded in 1997, the Andrew Christian brand gained prominence in the mid-2000s with its bold, body-positive designs that celebrated queer identity and sexuality.

Instagram:@theandrewchristian
Instagram:@theandrewchristian

From the iconic “Trophy Boy” and “Almost Naked” lines to the provocative “FUKR” and “Big Fat D*ck” collections, Christian’s designs were unapologetically sexy and empowering.

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His innovative use of enhancing technologies, such as the “Show-It” and “Flashback” features, redefined men’s underwear by combining comfort with confidence-boosting aesthetics.

Beyond fashion, Christian was a pioneer in marketing, utilizing social media and viral videos featuring dancers, drag queens, and adult performers to connect with a global audience.

Instagram:@theandrewchristian
Instagram:@theandrewchristian

His brand became synonymous with queer visibility, sponsoring events like RuPaul’s Drag Race and supporting Pride celebrations worldwide.

Christian’s commitment to the LGBTQ+ community extended beyond clothing. He actively supported various nonprofits, including the Los Angeles LGBT Center and The Trevor Project, donating over $100,000 to causes close to his heart.

In his farewell message, Christian addressed aspiring queer creatives: “To the young queer dreamers clutching sketchbooks in the corners of rooms not built for you—I see you. Your hands may tremble now, but they will one day shape worlds.”

Instagram:@theandrewchristian
Instagram:@theandrewchristian

As the fashion world prepares to say goodbye to the Andrew Christian brand, his legacy of inclusivity, innovation, and empowerment will continue to inspire generations to come.

With Bespoke marking the final chapter of his illustrious career, Christian leaves behind a vibrant tapestry woven with love, resilience, and a celebration of queer identity.

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Jonathan Van Ness & Hubby Celebrate 5 Years of Love & Fortnite

Jonathan Van Ness, the beloved grooming guru from Queer Eye, and his husband Mark Peacock have just marked a fabulous five years of marriage on June 5, 2025.

Instagram:@jvn
Instagram:@jvn

In a heartwarming Instagram post, Van Ness shared a sunny snapshot of the couple, captioned simply, “Married for 5 years today,” accompanied by a wedding ring and teary-eyed emoji.

Fellow Queer Eye star Tan France chimed in with a sweet comment: “Happy Anniversary, you guys 🥰🥰.”

The couple’s love story began in 2019 when Van Ness was on a comedy tour in London.

Their first date quickly blossomed into a whirlwind romance, culminating in a private wedding ceremony on June 5, 2020.

Van Ness and Peacock have since built a life filled with shared passions and playful moments.

Instagram:@jvn
Instagram:@jvn

They reside together with their five cats and three dogs, enjoying activities like cooking, playing pickleball, and indulging in arts and crafts in their garage studio.

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One of their more unexpected shared hobbies? A mutual obsession with Fortnite.

Instagram:@jvn
Instagram:@jvn

In a recent interview, Van Ness recounted a day when they “accidentally” played the game for eight hours straight, saying, “We got home at noon, and the next thing I knew, it was eight. We unintentionally spent eight hours playing Fortnite. This game is a lot of fun!”

Despite their public personas, the couple has maintained a relatively private relationship, occasionally sharing glimpses into their life together through social media posts and interviews.

As they celebrate this milestone, Van Ness and Peacock continue to inspire fans with their authentic and joyful partnership.

Here’s to many more years of love, laughter, and perhaps a few more marathon gaming sessions!

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Michael and Matt Celebrate 11 Years of Love, Growth & Queer Joy

Popular LGBTQ+ content creators and husbands Michael Lindsay and Matthew Schueller have officially marked 11 years together, including 7 years of marriage, and they’re celebrating it with the kind of joy and heart that’s become their signature online.

Instagram: @michaelandmatt
Instagram: @michaelandmatt

The couple shared a deeply personal and romantic tribute on Instagram, charting their journey from “maybe this could be something” to “this is everything.”

Their story began when they met at ages 22 and 24 and quickly fell in love, despite advice from others to “find themselves” before settling down.

Instead, they chose each other — moving across the country to be together, supporting one another through Dental School, career pivots, and every twist and turn along the way.

Instagram: @michaelandmatt
Instagram: @michaelandmatt

Now, at 35 and 33, Michael and Matt are not only still going strong, but they’re growing their family through surrogacy — a journey they’ve been documenting in their podcast Who’s Your Daddy?.

Instagram: @michaelandmatt
Instagram: @michaelandmatt

The anniversary post was a timeline of their shared milestones: buying a home, adopting a dog and a cat, starting surrogacy, and even renewing their vows.

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It’s clear their love story has evolved into something bigger than just the two of them.

Over the years, Michael and Matt have become role models and advocates for queer love and visibility.

Instagram: @michaelandmatt
Instagram: @michaelandmatt

They’re also respected LGBTQ+ travel experts, featured in HuffPost for building a global online community through their YouTube channel and blog, which offer gay-friendly travel tips and glimpses into their life as a couple living joyfully and openly.

In a News Is Out interview, they spoke about the importance of building queer community and showing that queer couples can live fulfilling, adventurous lives filled with purpose.

They also opened up in LGBTQ Nation about growing up in small towns and realizing that being gay didn’t mean giving up on big dreams — something they’ve clearly proven true.

As they celebrate 11 years of shared love, growth, and adventure, Michael and Matt’s story continues to inspire fans around the world.

Instagram: @michaelandmatt
Instagram: @michaelandmatt

Their relationship is a testament to commitment, partnership, and the beauty of building a life together, one milestone at a time.

Here’s to the next chapter in their incredible journey — and to many more years of love and laughter.

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Gay Adult Star Koby Falks Dies, Posted Emotional Message

The LGBTQ+ community is mourning the loss of Koby Falks, a beloved Australian adult content creator known off-camera as Anthony Cox, who passed away on May 28, 2025, at the age of 42.

Instagram: @kobyfalks
Instagram: @kobyfalks

His death was confirmed on June 1 through social media posts from his partner Sam Brownell and a statement from his public relations agency.

Koby Falks was known not just for his work in the adult industry, but also for his openness, emotional honesty, and courage to show up as his authentic self.

Just days before his passing, Falks posted a deeply moving message on Instagram about shedding the masks and armor he had worn for years.

Instagram: @kobyfalks
Instagram: @kobyfalks

He wrote, “Turns out, the scariest thing wasn’t being rejected — it was being seen. No more masks. No more performance. Just me, as I am. Raw. Real. Free.”

He added, “This is for the younger me who just wanted to be loved without pretending. And for anyone else out there still hiding — you don’t have to be a symbol. Just be you.”

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Fans and fellow creators quickly filled his page with tributes, calling him a beautiful soul who inspired many with his vulnerability and realness.

His publicist Matthew Leigh described Falks as warm, charismatic, and deeply respectful, noting that he left an impression both professionally and personally.

Instagram: @kobyfalks
Toby with friend Tyson Steely. Instagram: @kobyfalks

Falks had a growing presence on platforms like OnlyFans and hosted events in Sydney’s queer nightlife scene, including parties at Sydney Sauna.

He used his platform not just to entertain, but to advocate for self-acceptance and mental health awareness, often encouraging others to love themselves as they are.

Instagram: @kobyfalks
Instagram: @kobyfalks

His passing follows a string of recent losses in the queer adult industry, including Tim Kruger, Damien Stone, and Colton Ford, deepening the sense of grief and reflection across the community.

While the cause of death has not been made public, Koby Falks’ message is clear and lasting — that beauty is found in our rough edges, and strength lies in being seen.

He will be remembered with love, not just for the work he did, but for the heart he shared.

If this story has affected you, please reach out to your local / national mental health hotline.

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Ncuti Gatwa Bids a Bittersweet Farewell to Doctor Who

After just two seasons in the TARDIS, Ncuti Gatwa has officially wrapped his time as the Fifteenth Doctor in Doctor Who, and his exit is every bit as emotional as fans expected — and then some.

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Instagram: @ncutigatwa @bbc

The season finale, titled The Reality War, delivered a jaw-dropping twist when Gatwa’s Doctor sacrificed himself to save a child, triggering a regeneration that revealed none other than Billie Piper, best known as Rose Tyler, in a potentially brand-new incarnation of the Doctor.

Though speculation had been swirling for weeks, the dramatic transformation shocked even the most spoiler-hardened Whovians.

Gatwa, who made history as the first openly queer Black actor to take on the iconic role, confirmed his departure had always been part of the plan.

“It was always the plan to do this amount of seasons,” he explained in a behind-the-scenes interview.

“It’s a role that demands a lot of you, physically and emotionally and mentally,” he said, admitting his knees were telling him it was time.

He also described the exit as both “melancholic and bittersweet,” calling the opportunity “a real pleasure and honor.”

In an additional statement to the BBC, Gatwa said, “There are no words to describe what it feels like to be cast as the Doctor,” and thanked fans for welcoming him into a universe that’s been running for over 60 years.

Gatwa and Jonathan Groff. Instagram: @bbc
Gatwa and Jonathan Groff. Instagram: @bbc

He added, “The fans are truly the final character and beating heart of this show.”

Russell T Davies, the showrunner who brought Gatwa aboard, had high praise for the departing star, saying, “What a Doctor! Thank you, Ncuti!”

Instagram: @ncutigatwa
Instagram: @ncutigatwa

Gatwa took on the role in 2022 and now becomes the second-shortest-serving Doctor, following Christopher Eccleston.

He exits the series with his legacy intact and his schedule filling fast — he’s set to appear in the West End play Born with Teeth this August and is currently filming The Roses alongside Benedict Cumberbatch, Olivia Colman, Andy Samberg, and more.

Whether or not Billie Piper is the next official Doctor remains unconfirmed, but one thing is clear: Ncuti Gatwa’s bold and beautiful run in the Whoniverse will not be forgotten.