Daily Archives: February 14, 2015
50 Shades Of Gay Grey: The Ultimate Guide To The Man-Loving Silver Fox
50 Shades Of Gay Grey: The Ultimate Guide To The Man-Loving Silver Fox
With the opening of the highly anticipated, debated, snarked at, and side-eyed 50 Shades of Grey this weekend, we thought rather than read passages from the book (which we’ve covered before), discuss the movie’s disastrous press tour, its reviews, or even what the film and book may have cribbed (if anything) from gay BDSM culture, we would take this opportunity to draw your attention to a different kind of grey: that is grey hair on gay men.
We pulled together a list of 50 gay men who make grey look good. Young and old, covering a diverse range of backgrounds and professions, these fellas rock all shades of grey. Whether it’s just the whiskers, a dash of salt and pepper or full on silver fox, these men show the true diversity not to mention growing popularity of grey hair. Some have embraced going prematurely grey and others have gone grey well before they might ever do so naturally to make a style statement.
Get ready to fall crazy in love with these gay men sporting grey, AFTER THE JUMP…
1. Armistead Maupin, Author – Literary Grey
One of our favorite authors who has regaled us for years with Tales of the City proves that grey is not only literary but also soulful.
2. Anderson Cooper, Journalist – “Keeping Them Honest” Grey
The ultimate silver fox, Anderson Cooper delivers hard-hitting news from far flung corners of the earth all while showing off his taut physique in a usually tight tee.
A grateful nation thanks you, Anderson.
3. Murray Bartlett, Actor – Looking for Beefcake Grey
Salt and pepper hair? Check. Pornstache? Check. Salt and pepper chest hair? Double check. Swoon. So much swoon.
(instagram image luke austin-paglialonga)
4. Adam Lambert, Rock Star – Glam Grey
Never one to shy away from a bold look, Adam Lambert proves that grey isn’t just for the daddies.
5. Mo Rocca, Humorist, Journalist, Actor – Politically Irreverent Grey
Grey doesn’t have to be stodgy and serious. Just ask Mo Rocca.
(Photo credit: Broadway World)
6. Tim Gunn, Fashion Sherpa – Fashion Forward Grey
Whether it’s his charcoal grey suits or his signature grey locks, Gunn shows us all that grey is most definitely always on trend.
(Photo via The Hollywood Reporter)
7. Greg Louganis, Gold Medal Winning Olympic Diver – Olympic Grey
Who cares about gold when grey looks this good?
(Photo via OUT)
8. Colton Ford, Singer, Actor, Former Adult Film Star – Pinup Grey
He may have left his adult film ways behind him, but Ford is still every bit the pin-up. If Colton doesn’t make you want to embrace the grey we don’t know what will. Woof.
9. Tim Cook, CEO @ Apple – iGrey
Cook’s shade of grey is not quite “Space Grey.”
(Photo via Instagram / DailyMail)
10. Pedro Almodóvar, Filmmaker – Todo Sobre Grey
Because grey is sometimes on the verge of a nervous breakdown.
(Photo via Politikis)
11. Alan Cumming, Actor – Swings Both Ways Grey
Life is a cabaret when you’re grey.
(Photo by Annie Leibovitz for Vanity Fair)
12. David Currie, Detective of the Broward County, Florida Sheriff’s Office – Grey in Love
Currie swept us off our feet with his too cute pictures of him and hubby Aeron Woodard on their wedding day, the first day same-sex marriage became legal in Florida.
(Photos via Barbara C. Dwarte and Chicago Tribune)
13. Aiden Shaw, Author, Musician, Model, Former Adult Film Star – Hyphenated and Hunky Grey
Musician-model-adult-film-star-author Shaw is the second former adult film actor on our list who seems to get better with age.
(Photo via girlxinwen)
14. Andy Cohen, Talk Show Host, Author – Watch What Happens Grey
Bravo for showing salt and pepper can be a man’s best friend.
(Photo via Instagram)
15. Tyler Oakley, YouTube Star – Viral Grey
Proof that a touch of grey can get you millions of followers.
16. Marc Jacobs, Designer – Ready to Wear Grey
Because a touch of grey is sometimes fashionable.
17. John Amaechi, Former NBA Player – NBA Grey
A little grey goes a long way.
(Photo via Amaechi Performance)
18. Barney Frank, Former Congressman (D-MA) – Trailblazing Grey
Grey says what it wants when it wants to.
(Photo via Coffey Photo)
19. Nick Denton, Journalist, Entrepreneur, Founder of Gawker Media – Gawker Grey
Denton knows that grey means business.
(Photo credit: Playboy / Marius Bugge)
20. Tyler Glenn, Rockstar – Neon Grey
There’s a fine line between bleach blond and grey as it turns out, one Neon Trees frontman Tyler Glenn jumps on either side of from time to time. Though he leans a little more bleach than greige, his locks are just silvery (and stunning) enough to make our list.
(Photo via ELLE)
21. Mark Takano, U.S. Congressman (D-CA) – Capitol Grey
Openly grey from California.
(Photo via lasplash)
22. David Mixner, Activist, Author – Oh Hell No! Grey
There is no grey area when it comes to full equality, however.
23. Dan Savage, Activist, Author, Journalist – “It Gets Better” Grey
Because sometimes grey is nice when it’s a little bit stranger.
24. Tom Bianchi, Nude Photographer – Naked Grey
An appreciation of the male form is a key ingredient in this shade of grey. Check out his work HERE.
25. Richard Buckley, Editor – Tom Ford Grey
Note: piercing blue eyes plus a silver mane makes for a striking combination (see also: Anderson Cooper)
26. George Michael, Singer – Faith Grey
With that salt and pepper hair, we’d let Michael be our father figure.
27.George Takei, Actor, Activist – Intergalactic Grey
Remember, it’s ok to be grey. Even if it’s just around the edges.
28. Victor Garber, Actor – Sophisticated Grey
He really is the personification of classic. Whether in a period piece or as a shadowy spy, he leaves us wanting more.
29. Dan Mathews, Senior Vice President, PETA – Animal-Friendly Grey
We’d rather he go naked. That’s how the PETA slogan goes right?
(Photo via Polari Magazine)
30. Sir Ian McKellen, Actor – Gandalf the Grey
All that needs to be said is that there is nothing to be said. Bow down.
(Photo via Blastr)
31. Sir Derek Jacobi, Actor – Vicious Grey
We can’t mention Sir Ian without his Vicious partner-in-crime.
32. Tim Gill, Computer Software Entrepreneur, LGBT Rights Activist- Silicon Grey
Tech-savvy and activist-oriented. What can’t grey do for you?
(Photo via Bloomberg)
33. Jim McGreevey, Seminarian, Former Governor of New Jersey – Gay American Grey
Because sometimes grey comes out whether you’re ready for it or not.
34. John Waters, Director, Screenwriter, Actor, Comedian, Journalist, Visual artist, Art collector – Renaissance Grey
Often grey is trashy. In this case, divine.
35. Francisco Costa, Designer, Women’s Creative Director of Calvin Klein Collection – Minimalist Grey
Nothing comes between Costa and his grey. Nothing.
(Photo via The New York Times)
36. Klaus Wowereit, Politician, Former Mayor of Berlin – Ich Bin Ein Grey
German daddy bear.
(Photo via SDGLN)
37. Rupert Everett, Actor, Writer – ‘Don’t Come Out’ Grey
Once worried that grey might ruin his acting career.
(Photo via ATRL)
38. Karl Lagerfeld, Designer – Uncle Grey
Grey is the new everything.
(Photo via Pret-A-Porter)
39. Bret Easton Ellis, Writer – Neo Noir Grey
Less than zero color.
(Photo via Jamie Lee Curtis Taete for Vice)
40. Jim Ferlo, Pennsylvania State Senator – Keystone Grey
Fighting to make hate crimes against LGBT people illegal in the Quaker State. Thank you, Senator.
41. André Leon Talley – In Vogue Grey
Your eyes won’t be starving for beauty when Talley and his grey coif enter a room.
(Photo: The Coveteur/Trunk Archive)
42. Leslie Jordan, Actor, Playwright – Pink Carpet Grey
Well, well, well. If it isn’t Beverly Leslie.
43. Pat Patterson, Former Professional Wrestler – Ready to Rumble Grey
Grey will lay the smackdown on you if you’re not careful.
(Photo via Instinct)
44. Terrence McNally, Playwright – Stage Grey
Still got the grey.
(Photo via The New York Times)
45. Larry Kramer, Writer, Activist – Survivor Grey
Grey ACTS UP.
(Photo via Esquire)
46. David Hockney, Painter – Artistic Grey
Pop art is so grey.
(Photo via The Guardian)
47. Ryan Murphy, Writer, Producer, Director – Power Grey
Grey is a triple threat.
(Photo via iDominick/Wikimedia Commons)
48. Jim Kolbe, Former Congressman (R-AZ) – Republican Grey
You can find grey on either side of the aisle.
(Photo via AP)
49. Joel Grey, Actor – It’s Never Too Late To Come Out As Grey
Willkommen, bienvenue, welcome, grey!
(Photo via Twitter)
50. Lee Daniels – Precious Grey
Grey has an empire.
(Photo via Wikimedia Commons)
Sean Mandell
11 Kisses to Celebrate LGBT Equality
11 Kisses to Celebrate LGBT Equality
For better or worse, first kisses are almost always memorable. If the kissers are lucky, locking lips is a moment of heart-stopping chemistry. Most couples take the kiss for granted, but for…
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Arkansas Passes Ban on Discrimination Bans
Arkansas Passes Ban on Discrimination Bans
The new law will prevent local governments from enacting or enforcing LGBT-inclusive antidiscrimination measures. Legislators also advanced a ‘license to discriminate’ bill regarding business operators.
Trudy Ring
www.advocate.com/politics/2015/02/14/arkansas-passes-ban-discrimination-bans
Towleroad Reader Travel Survey: Miami and Fort Lauderdale
Towleroad Reader Travel Survey: Miami and Fort Lauderdale
Are you someone who knows MIAMI or FORT LAUDERDALE either as a local or because you’ve visited recently or do so frequently? Please HELP US OUT.
Two weeks ago, we published a general travel survey. Thanks to all of you who filled it out. It was incredibly helpful in letting us know about what kinds of articles you would like to read, and also the places you are interested in.
We promised then that we would be following up with some surveys on specific destinations. Our first two are Miami and Fort Lauderdale.
We’re hoping we can get to know what you love about these places and pass it along in future posts.
So please, tell us all about it by taking the surveys below, and thanks in advance!
MIAMI survey HERE.
FORT LAUDERDALE survey HERE.
Andy Towle
www.towleroad.com/2015/02/towleroad-reader-travel-survey-miami-and-fort-lauderdale.html
Bidhan Baruah appeals for Guwahati LGBT Pride Parade
Bidhan Baruah appeals for Guwahati LGBT Pride Parade
Psychic Snow, Coming-Of-Consciousness Queer Party, To Hit Brooklyn Tonight
Psychic Snow, Coming-Of-Consciousness Queer Party, To Hit Brooklyn Tonight
It’s that time of the year again. Tonight one of our favorite queer parties will return to transport us away from the icy terrain of New York City to a higher spiritual plane: Psychic Snow.
What initially started as a one-off party event has turned into a Brooklyn queer art and performance institution for promoters David Sokolowski and Paul Leopold. The seasonal Psychic party series has evolved into a unique fusion of art, performance, music and spiritual/physical release for queers to come together four times a year in a new practice in queer community culture.
For tonight’s Psychic Snow, Sokolowski and Leopold are bringing in Mark Dommu of The Culture Whore in order to add further nuance to the visual, performance and installation art aspects of the Psychic party series.
“Psychic parties are visceral adventures into the power of community,” Leopold told The Huffington Post. “The warmth we create when we gather close together on a winter’s night fuels the spiritual fire that inspires our dreams. Party goers can expect a symphony of house music, tarot readers, masseurs, video projections and a theatrical ritual that will shower the audience in love.”
In conjunction with further emphasis on the visual aspects of the Psychic Snow party, organizers plan on sending attendees into sensory overload with on-site masseurs and tarot card reading. At a time of year where life in the metropolis can feel bleak, trying and depressing, the importance of healing, community-focused events such as the Psychic party series cannot be overremphasized.
“It’s hard not to feel bleak this time of year, it’s part of the cycle — these are the dead months,” Dommu elaborated. “Thankfully, we have all these living, breathing, beautiful queers who love to come together and create these temporary sacred spaces where we can be together, warm our bodies and hearts, and dance until Spring comes.”
The Psychic party series just completed it’s first full cycle, having successfully sold out 2014’s Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall installations — an impressive feat in an industry where nightlife events can have a short lifespan.
“Since 2013, Psychic has been used as a platform for varying queer art and party scenes to converge, with a strong focus on music,” Sokolowski told The Huffington Post. “In part, the success of Psychic is owed to accommodating our crowd’s wide-range of music preference, while pushing their boundaries at the same time; we generally start with a light, poppy vibe, go into a fun, bassy, bounce scenario, then deeper into an eclectic blend of music from movements spanning decades from across the US.”
In this age of gay marriage where mainstream understandings of queerness are increasingly normalized, parties like the Psychic series serve a valuable purpose: they not only create a safe space for identity exploration and expression, but they also preserve those parts of our queerness that, historically, the world at large tries to erase. We hope the Psychic series continues to evolve and extend it’s influence as a source of cultural production and experiment in queer community culture throughout 2015.
Psychic Snow will take place at 1332 Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn, New York. Head here for tickets and more information and check out the slideshow below of previous Psychic parties.
Happy Valentine’s Day From HRC
Happy Valentine’s Day From HRC
Today is a day when we celebrate that all love is equal, regardless of gender or sexual orientation.
HRC.org
www.hrc.org/blog/entry/happy-valentines-day-from-hrc1?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss-feed
Alabama Supreme Court to Consider Liberty Counsel's Petition to Stop Issuance of Same-Sex Marriage Licenses
Alabama Supreme Court to Consider Liberty Counsel's Petition to Stop Issuance of Same-Sex Marriage Licenses
In a 6-2 decision late Friday, Alabama Supreme Court agreed to consider the Liberty Counsel’s petition seeking an end to same-sex marriage licenses being issued by state probate judges.
Liberty Counsel is currently representing eight Alabama counties refusing to issue marriage license to same-sex couples, despite U.S. District Judge Callie Granade’s order Thursday signaling that probate judges are to follow her ruling overturning the state’s ban on gay marriage.
Chief Justice Roy Moore, who has been the most outspoken in advising probate judges not to issue same-sex licenses, was the only justice not listed as taking part in Friday’s decision.
Also Friday, lawyers representing Equality Alabama, a group that supports same-sex marriage, filed a “friend-of-the-court” brief urging the Alabama Supreme Court to dismiss the petition. […]
“This request before the Alabama Supreme Court is nothing but an attempt at delaying the happiness that all families deserve – a last-ditch, failing effort to stand in the way of the love we’ve seen in this historic week,” Equality Alabama chairman Ben Cooper said in a prepared statement. “The petition should be dismissed, and all probate judges in every corner of the state should follow the law.”
The court’s order stated the briefs by probate judges, due February 18, should address issues raised by the petition, including whether the state Supreme Court even has jurisdiction to hear the petition.
Kyler Geoffroy