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9 LGBTQ+ style icons who defined fashion in 2023

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From Troye Sivan in drag to the Billy Porter tuxedo-dress that raised the roof, this is 2023 in all of its queer fashion glory. WORDS BY ALICE MOREY HEADER DESIGN BY YOSEF PHELAN 2023 was the year that saw Barbiecore paint the URL and IRL worlds Pepto-Bismol pink, Beyoncé’s Renaissance tour make diamanté catsuits so ubiquitous they became coffee run-appropriate casualwear and Miu Miu convinced us, en masse, to forgo our trousers. And, despite the creeping influence of indie sleaze, Y2K fits continued to reign supreme, with fans in Ice…

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Janelle Monáe is ‘having the best sex’ of her life right now

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Pop sensation Janelle Monáe is living in the age of queer joy and pleasure. Two months after the release of their fourth album, The Age of Pleasure, the American star spoke to Associated Press about the project and their upcoming tour. “I wanted to create a soundtrack to our lifestyle,” they explain. “I think this album, like all my albums, reflects exactly where I am at that time.” On being questioned about dealing with online hate and criticism, they give a characteristically confident response. “I’m too busy living life to…

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Janelle Monáe announces fourth album The Age of Pleasure

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Janelle Monáe is set to return with her first new album in five years (!). On 11 May, the Grammy-nominated superstar and actor announced her fifth studio album, The Age of Pleasure, which will arrive 9 June. The album will include the critically-acclaimed lead single Float, featuring Seun Kuti and Egypt 80, as well as the brand new track Lipstick Lover. Monáe described Lipstick Lover as a “freeassmothafucka anthem inspired by f.a.m. for f.a.m”, adding: “This is our oasis made with love, rooted in self-acceptance, throbbing in self-discovery, and signed…

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Janelle Monáe on the rise of anti-LGBTQ+ legislation: “I will continue to fight back”

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Janelle Monáe has opened up about the rise of anti-trans and non-binary hate in a powerful interview. Over the last few years, Republican lawmakers have targeted the trans and non-binary communities with archaic legislation. From restricting gender-affirming care for trans youth to introducing bathroom bans, anti-LGBTQ+ hate has steadily infiltrated US politics. In response to the dangerous rise of bigotry, activists and public figures have used their platforms to fight back  – including openly queer and non-binary music icon Monáe. In a recent interview with EBONY magazine, the Q.U.E.E.N singer…

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Janelle Monáe returns with confident new single Float

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Janelle Monáe is back in action with the release of her highly-anticipated single, Float. Featuring horns by Seun Kuti and Egypt 80, Monáe’s new track is her first move back into music since 2021. In fact, the game-changing artist hasn’t released a full record in almost five years. Monáe’s inimitable style and visionary sound have earned her praise and awards across her fields. Now, with the drop of Float, the musician reminds us why she’s one of the best. According to a press release statement, the new single is inspired…

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Drag Race: The queens bring haute couture fashion to the runway in episode 5

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The queens brought their fashion expertise on the latest episode of RuPaul’s Drag Race season 15.  Spoilers ahead For this week’s maxi-challenge, the remaining 13 queens were asked to split into three different fashion houses to “turn home decor into haute couture.”  “Team one will design for the House of Kressley using Carson’s town and country chic furnishings,” Ru explained.  “Team two will design for the House of Matthews, using Ross’ sunny Palm Springs home decor. Team three will design for the House of Visage using home decor inspired by…

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From Janelle Monáe to Megan Stalter: Here are the judges for Drag Race season 15

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The full line-up of guest judges has been revealed for Drag Race’s forthcoming 15th season. The brand new trailer for the series teases the return of pop superstar Ariana Grande, who last appeared on the show’s seventh season, as well as brand new panellists Janelle Monáe and Maren Morris. In a tweet, the series revealed that further guest stars include Julia Garner, Hayley Kiyoko, Ali Wong, Amandla Stenberg, Harvey Guillen, Megan Stalter and Orville Peck. Sold! This week, MTV announced that Ts Madison has joined Drag Race as a regular…

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Janelle Monaé and Daniel Craig star in first trailer for Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery

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Netflix has released the first trailer for the highly anticipated Knives Out sequel. Directed by Rian Johnson, Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery sees the return of Southern private detective Benoit Blanc (Daniel Craig), as he attends a luxurious “murder mystery party” thrown by tech billionaire Miles Bron (Edward Norton). However, the innocent weekend takes a drastic turn when someone actually dies, leading the remaining guests down a mysterious, shocking, and twist-filled journey. “Ladies and gentlemen, there’s been a murder, and the killer is in plain sight. For at least…

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Queer icon Janelle Monáe to receive Trailblazer Award at 2022 Outfest Legacy Awards

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Queer music icon Janelle Monáe is set to be recognised for their longstanding LGBTQ+ advocacy. On 22 October, the Make Me Feel artist will be honoured with the Trailblazer award at the 2022 Outfest Legacy Awards (per Variety).  The ceremony, which is set to take place at Paramount Studios, will highlight Monáe for their tireless LGBTQ+ activism and queer inclusive music career.  “The Outfest Legacy Awards has become one of entertainment’s most respected and meaningful industry events that spotlight the artists, leadership and organisations that have significantly contributed to queer representation…

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Janelle Monáe to play Josephine Baker in De La Resistance TV series

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Janelle Monáe is set to star as Second World War spy and bisexual jazz performer Josephine Baker in De La Resistance. The new series will focus on Baker’s effort to help the French resistance in its battle against the Nazis, Deadline reported. Monáe is a huge fan of the entertainer and freedom fighter, who in 1927 became the first Black woman to star in a major motion picture – Siren of the Tropics. She made a name for herself as one of the most prominent entertainers in Paris during the…

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