Neil Patrick & David Celebrate 10 Years of Marriage Bliss!

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Neil Patrick Harris and David Burtka are celebrating a monumental milestone—10 years of marriage! September 6, 2014, marked the day these two lovebirds said “I do” in a picture-perfect Italian wedding. Surrounded by close family and friends (and let’s not forget that How I Met Your Mother director Pam Fryman officiated), the ceremony was a blend of glamour and deep love, but it was so much more than just a beautiful event. This was a symbol of progress, love, and family for the LGBTQ+ community.

Instagram: @nph @dbelcious

Reflecting on the journey, Neil took to Instagram yesterday with a heartfelt message: “10 years ago, today. The time has flown. The family has grown. The chapters have been voluminous.” It’s easy to see why time has flown. In the past decade, Neil and David have built an incredible life together, from their professional achievements to raising their twins, Harper and Gideon. This isn’t just a love story—it’s a symbol of what LGBTQ+ families can achieve.

Instagram: @nph @dbelcious

David, never one to be outdone in the romance department, added his own touching tribute on Instagram. “Today I am still excited but now I’m calm and I have never been more confident on the leap we took together,” he wrote, capturing the growth of their relationship.

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But the importance of Neil and David’s union goes far beyond social media posts and romantic gestures. Their wedding in 2014 came at a time when the fight for marriage equality was in full force. The Supreme Court’s decision to legalize same-sex marriage nationwide was still a year away, and for many, Neil and David’s wedding was a very public—and very joyous—reminder of why the fight mattered so much .

Instagram: @nph @dbelcious

Since then, they’ve become one of the most visible and beloved same-sex couples, openly sharing their life together. Through public displays of affection, family moments, and their unwavering support for LGBTQ+ rights, Neil and David have shown that a gay marriage isn’t just possible—it can be beautiful, complex, and long-lasting. They’ve also helped destigmatize same-sex parenting, raising Harper and Gideon in an environment filled with love and care.

Neil and David’s openness about their relationship and family life has been a beacon of representation for many who long to see themselves reflected in the world. From Neil’s Wondercade newsletter to red carpet appearances, they make it clear that love is love, no matter the shape or form.

Instagram: @nph @dbelcious

Their Italian wedding a decade ago wasn’t just a personal milestone—it was a public celebration that the LGBTQ+ community needed, and still treasures. Here’s to the next 10 years of love, growth, and continuing to show the world just how fabulous a same-sex marriage can be!

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Jeff Rohrer & Hubby Talks About Love, NFL, and Age Gap

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Okay, let’s dish—because if there’s a love story worth talking about today, it’s Jeff Rohrer and Josh Ross! You’ve probably heard their names float around before, but if you haven’t, let me introduce you to this adorable (and history-making) power couple. On the surface, it might seem like they come from totally different worlds—Josh, the handsome and vibrant celebrity aesthetician from West Hollywood, and Jeff, the former Dallas Cowboys linebacker who was married for 17 years before coming out. But when these two met, sparks flew, and what started as a chance encounter in a WeHo restaurant became a journey neither of them could have predicted.

Instagram: @joshuaandjeffrey

Picture this: Jeff, 65, was testing the waters of gay life—post-divorce, still half in the closet, and navigating life with two teenage kids. On the other hand, 42-year-old Josh was out and proud, dating his way through WeHo’s most eligible bachelors. Then, fate stepped in. They met in a Mexican restaurant (not even a gay one, mind you!), and the chemistry was undeniable. According to Josh, Jeff’s background as a Dallas Cowboys player gave the whole thing an almost magical energy—particularly for someone like Josh, who grew up in football-obsessed Texas. The age gap? The fact that Jeff had an ex-wife and kids? Not a dealbreaker. In fact, it only made things more interesting.

Instagram: @joshuaandjeffrey

Now, we’re all friends here, so let’s be real—relationships like this don’t always come easy. But Jeff and Josh are proof that love can not only survive but thrive in the most unexpected situations. Their story has all the ingredients of a Hollywood romance: a football legend, a West Hollywood socialite, and yes, a 23-year age difference that somehow just works. In 2018, they made history when they tied the knot, becoming the first NFL player—past or present—to enter into a same-sex marriage. And as if that wasn’t enough, they’ve turned the idea of the modern family on its head.

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How, you ask? Well, when they said “I do,” they didn’t just blend their lives—they blended their whole family. Jeff’s ex-wife, Heather, and their kids all live together under one roof. Forget any outdated ideas of “broken homes” here—this family is all about togetherness. Even Heather told People that they’re a better team united than apart. Talk about redefining the idea of family, right?

What makes their love story even more heartwarming is how Jeff’s coming out was received. Let’s not forget, we’re talking about a guy who played for America’s Team in the ’80s, when being gay in pro sports was pretty much unheard of. So, it’s no surprise Jeff was nervous about how people would react when he came out to his family, his friends, and, well, the world. But what happened? Pure love and support! Jeff was overwhelmed by the positive reactions he received from all sides of the aisle—left, right, married, unmarried, you name it. And while we could all have guessed the LGBTQ+ community would rally around him, the support he received from friends who knew him long before he came out was what really touched him.

Instagram: @joshuaandjeffrey

As Jeff so perfectly put it in his recent interview with Queerty, “This says nothing about me, but I think it says something about our community.” And that’s really the heart of their story, isn’t it? This is about two men from wildly different walks of life—one a football legend, the other a proud gay man navigating the social scene of Los Angeles—coming together to create something truly special. They’ve built a life, a family, and a love that’s nothing short of inspirational.

And yes, while Jeff jokingly says that the attraction between them is because Josh has a thing for daddies (wink, wink), there’s clearly something much deeper here. It’s the love and respect that ties them together, and it’s what’s allowed them to navigate the complexities of their relationship—from the age gap to the blended family to the pressures of being in the spotlight.

So, here’s to Jeff and Josh, two fabulous men who continue to show the world that love knows no bounds—not age, not past relationships, not careers, and definitely not outdated expectations. Love is love, and these two? They’re living proof of that.

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Ben Platt & Noah Galvin’s Summer Wedding in New York

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The Labor Day weekend was sizzling with love, music, and a whole lot of dancing, thanks to Ben Platt and Noah Galvin’s unforgettable wedding festivities across Brooklyn and Lower Manhattan.

This wasn’t just any wedding, though—this was the kind of ceremony where gay magic, Broadway charm, and family warmth all came together in perfect harmony.

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Now, I know what some of you may be thinking: “Didn’t these two Broadway heartthrobs meet when Noah took over Ben’s iconic lead role in Dear Evan Hansen?”

It does make for a juicy rom-com premise, but let’s rewind for a moment.

Ben and Noah’s story actually started long before that—way back in 2014, when Noah was working on a web series and asked Ben to play a quirky cactus-loving roommate who had a soft spot for Josh Groban.

Little did they know, that tiny web series filmed in Noah’s mom’s apartment would be the first step toward one of the most talked-about gay weddings of 2024.

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Fast forward to January 2020, when they finally started dating, followed by a proposal two years later that gave us serious Bachelorette vibes—complete with candlelight, an intimate dinner, and live music from Labi Siffre.

It was a quintessential Ben and Noah moment, all cozy, creative, and low-key extravagant.

They both ended up proposing to each other, because why settle for one swoon-worthy engagement when you can have two?

This past Labor Day weekend, after nearly 18 months of planning (and way too many Pinterest boards), Ben and Noah finally said “I do” in a stylish affair that was anything but traditional, Vogue reports.

The couple kicked off the weekend with a Shabbat dinner at the Angel Orensanz Foundation on the Lower East Side, easing into the celebrations with family and friends.

Shabbat may have delayed the actual ceremony to Sunday, but that didn’t stop them from throwing a Saturday night pizza party at Cellar Dog, complete with games and plenty of West Village charm.

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Finally, on Sunday, the main event took place at the artsy Pioneer Works in Red Hook, Brooklyn.

While Noah joked about no one taking the IKEA ferry to get there, the mood was pure Brooklyn chic.

Under a marigold chuppah, surrounded by a crowd of friends and family (Ben and Noah nixed the idea of formal seating—this wedding was a hug from start to finish), the pair exchanged vows with the help of Ben’s longtime rabbi, David Wolpe.

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And in a tear-jerking touch, the dance floor they later tore up was actually an abstract painting by Noah’s father, Austin Galvin, who passed away last year.

Both Ben and Noah’s families were deeply involved in the ceremony, with the siblings serenading everyone with the Bee Gees’ “To Love Somebody” and their moms surprising the grooms with a sweet duet of a traditional Jewish wedding song.

(Yes, there were many tears, and maybe even some sweat—Ben himself admitted they were both emotionally overheated from the sheer joy of it all!)

Fashion, of course, was a huge part of the weekend.

Ben and Noah made it clear they weren’t about to fall into the typical matching outfits trap.

On Friday, they opted for head-to-toe navy Thom Browne, with Ben leaning a little bridal in a kilt, while Noah played it cool with a cropped suit.

By Sunday’s ceremony, both were sporting custom cream-colored ensembles inspired by 1950s and 1970s aesthetics—because what’s a gay wedding without a nod to some serious style icons?

Jared Ellner, their close friend and stylist, made sure every look was flawless, from start to finish.

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The night’s real showstopper? Muna took the stage for a surprise concert, and let’s just say, the crowd lost it when Noah’s brother Adrian joined them for a rendition of “Silk Chiffon.”

If that wasn’t enough, the party kept going with a DJ set, dancing, and of course, a post-reception stop at Sunny’s bar for Shake Shack and a Broadway-style singalong (cue Marie’s Crisis vibes!) that carried on until they were gently escorted out at 3 a.m.

Ben and Noah’s wedding was exactly what you’d expect from two theater darlings who’ve made their relationship a beautiful extension of the communities they’ve always celebrated.

It was personal, artistic, and above all, a joyful testament to their love. The weekend was filled with warmth, queer joy, and endless dancing—just as they’d hoped.

As Noah perfectly summed it up, “We’re still floating. And mostly we’re just happy we get to keep hanging out forever.”

Ben added, “Our greatest hope was to give everyone a low-stress, joyful weekend full of warmth and a window into our life—and we think all missions were accomplished!”

Couldn’t agree more. Mazel tov, boys!

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Daniel Craig Stuns in ‘Queer’: 11-Minute Ovation in Venice

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So, loves, the Venice Film Festival just turned up the heat, and it’s not just the Italian sun making us sweat.

Last night, our fave director Luca Guadagnino (Call Me by Your Name) brought his latest masterpiece Queer to the big screen at the glamorous Sala Grande.

And when I say the audience went wild, I mean an 11-minute ovation that had people chanting his name like he’s the Beyoncé of arthouse cinema.

Imagine that energy! Even the stars of the show, including the dreamy Daniel Craig, were overwhelmed, as Guadagnino held their hands up one by one, giving each their moment to bask in the glory.

The applause just kept coming, and we were all living for it.

Now, if you’re wondering, what’s all the buzz about Queer?

Oh, honey, let me tell you. This film, based on the iconic William S. Burroughs novel, brings that deliciously tortured longing and connection between two men to life, set against the sultry backdrop of 1950s Mexico City.

Daniel Craig & Drew Starkey.
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Craig, stepping far away from his James Bond days, plays William Lee, an ex-pat navigating a lonely existence in a mix of college kids and working-class locals.

Then enters Eugene Allerton (played by Outer Banks star Drew Starkey), and suddenly, Lee’s quiet, yearning heart starts to beat again.

It’s raw. It’s romantic. It’s everything we look for in a Guadagnino film.

Daniel Craig
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Now, if the sheer gayness of it all isn’t enough to get you in your feels, picture this: Pedro Almodóvar, queer royalty and Guadagnino’s close friend, sitting front row and center in the audience.

And when the ovation hit its peak, Almodóvar stood up, hugged Guadagnino like a proud mentor and—yes—Daniel Craig too. Oh, to be a fly on the wall of that iconic moment!

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For those who know Guadagnino’s work (and if you don’t, darling, where have you been?), he’s got a reputation for films that make you feel seen, especially if you’ve ever been that shy, queer kid dreaming of something more.

During the press rounds, Guadagnino shared that he first read Burroughs’ Queer when he was a lonely 17-year-old in Palermo, feeling disconnected from the world but finding solace in Burroughs’ intense prose.

That loneliness turned into the vivid, cinematic worlds he’s known for creating today.

It’s like Luca took those feelings from his teenage self and gave them back to us, in full, messy, wonderful color.

Daniel Craig

Oh, and we have to talk about Daniel Craig. Filming the steamy scenes?

He and Drew Starkey just laughed their way through it!

Craig said they wanted the intimate moments to be as natural and touching as possible, and judging by the whispers coming out of Venice, they nailed it.

Craig described Starkey as a “fantastic, beautiful actor” to work with, which makes me think their onscreen chemistry is going to be next-level.

Of course, this isn’t Luca’s first time blowing our minds at Venice.

He’s basically a film festival fixture now, with previous films like A Bigger Splash, Suspiria, and Bones and All earning him standing ovations and rapturous praise.

But Queer—with its deeply emotional narrative and stunning performances—feels especially personal for Luca, and that 11-minute, 44-second ovation (yes, we’re counting every last second) proves the audience felt it too.

Drew Starkey

And here’s the tea: A24, the studio that brought us Moonlight and Everything Everywhere All At Once, has snagged the U.S. rights to Queer, so we’ll be seeing this gorgeous piece of queer cinema stateside soon.

First, it’ll hit TIFF and then take the spotlight at the New York Film Festival.

Keep your eyes peeled—this one’s going to be a major player in awards season, trust.

Luca, darling, you’ve done it again. And Daniel Craig, if you’re reading this, let’s grab a Negroni next time we’re all in Venice, okay?

Queer is about to be the conversation of the year, and trust me, we’re all here for it.

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MP Luke Pollard Marries Partner Sydney in Cornwall Ceremony

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In some heartwarming news from across the pond, our favorite MP, Luke Pollard, has just tied the knot!

Luke, the openly gay Labour MP for Plymouth Sutton and Devonport, recently shared the joyous update on social media.

On September 1st, he posted on X (formerly Twitter) that he married his longtime partner, Sydney, a few weeks ago at the enchanting Port Eliot estate in Cornwall.

X: @LukePollard

For those who might not know, Port Eliot is a stunning historic site, adding a fairytale touch to what was clearly a very intimate and emotional ceremony.

Luke’s words in his post were both poignant and powerful: “Sydney is my rock, and I’m a very happy man that I get to call him my husband.

When I was growing up, it was illegal for two men to marry. We have come a long way. Love wins.”

Luke’s relationship with Sydney has been a visible part of his life and career.

Sydney, who is a contemporary dancer, has stood by Luke’s side through thick and thin, including some challenging moments when they both faced homophobic and racist abuse on social media.

Yet, despite the hate, their love has remained a beautiful and resilient force.

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For those of us in the LGBTQ+ community, Luke’s journey is a reflection of the progress we’ve made.

He’s not just a politician; he’s a testament to what it means to live authentically and love openly in a world that hasn’t always made it easy.

Their wedding isn’t just a personal milestone but also a symbol of the strides we’ve made together, and the continued journey ahead.

X: @LukePollard

It’s wonderful to see Luke, someone who has been so active and vocal in fighting for LGBTQ+ rights, find his own happiness.

Let’s raise a glass to the happy couple, Luke and Sydney—love really does win!

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