My Weekend Crush

Somehow I missed Melissa Etheridge’s daughter getting married – sorry, let me be more specific, getting gay married – last month. So belated mazel tov to Melissa's eldest daughter, Bailey Jean Cypheridge, and her wife Bailey Jocelyn Simone Rhude who got hitched at a winery in Sonoma in September. The couple wore custom Armani which is super gay and had “100% female and queer vendors” which is even gayer. Oh, and mama Etheridge also performed, making this perhaps the gayest wedding ever. I wish the happy couple endless, overwhelming gayness for the rest of their days. To the brides, and the most lesbian mother-in-law situation ever. Happy weekend, all.

NYC Hacks

I’m so thrilled “Hacks” is coming back and so thrilled “Hacks” is filming in New York City. Why? Because then you get to see Deborah Vance pose with a Sabrett’s cart. And do, well, whatever ridiculous nonsense that Deborah, Ava and company are up to in the concrete jungle.

Also, come on, I know it’s wrong. And I actually don’t even want to see it happen on the show. But, yeah, I ship it. I can’t help it.

p.s. Speaking of inappropriate crushes, I definitely have not overcome my totally age-inappropriate crush on Hannah Einbinder. I mean, after that Emmy acceptance speech, who could not have a crush on her?

Welcome to Spooky, Sparkly Season

I mean, you drop that many original Oz references and you know I’ll have to write about it again. Hello, it’s in the name. I surrender! I thoroughly enjoyed Part One, so expect to also love me some “For Good.” And, of course, it would be even better – and of course gayer – if they actually made it gay. Elphaba and Glinda 4eva. Now that’s how you witch up for October. Friends of Dorothy, indeed.

More Kate By the Minute

If you have 23 minutes to spare, might I suggest you watch Kate McKinnon struggle her way through the hottest wings on the planet. But true to her new agrarian lifestyle, Kate is eating seitan wings, which for some reason are strangely chewy. Like, it’s plants… What is that pull? Anyway, there are worse things you can do with 23 minutes, is all I’m saying. Also, if you have five more minutes, might I suggest you catch Kate talking about luddite farm life, too? Because the world is hard enough right now. Have yourself 28 minutes of joy, I mean Kate McKinnon.

Music Monday: Triple Barracuda

Look, have I now posted live performances of “Barracuda” three times this year? Yes, yes (and yes), I have. The first one was Heart. The second one was Chappell Roan. And the third time is the charm with Chappell and half of Heart, Nancy Wilson. And you’d better believe if that other half of Heart wants another go, I’ll post it again (again, again, again). So there. Because who can deny those guitar riffs? And why would you want to? Happy Monday, kittens.

My Weekend Crush

Look, since we’re celebrating the fellas this week, I thought we should even things out with a gay white male too. You know, call it DEI for lesbians of color like me. Anyway, I didn’t get a chance to watch the Emmys because I was traveling. But I was beyond thrilled to hear Jeff Hiller won for “Somebody Somewhere.” It has truly been my favorite show of the last few years, this little show with the big queer heart as I like to describe it to anyone who will listen. I have watched and rewatched this lovely show about sweaty, and compassionate, middle-aged people. Jeff’s win feels like a win for all of us – especially considering the camera operator couldn’t find/didn’t know who Bridget Everett was. Don’t worry, we know. Congratulations, Team “Somebody Somewhere." Happy weekend, all.

Aye Aye, Captain

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What Kate Mulgrew said. I keep searching for what will finally, finally break the hold of Trumpism. Heck, I've read up on McCarthyism, and especially how it ended. We can still pull ourselves back from this madness and stupidity, America. And the rational and empathetic among us must do all we can in this moment to ensure we do. Otherwise, I fear even Captain Janeway herself can't save us.

Go, First Amendment, Go

I know, posting about a rich straight cis white man? In this economy? Yet here we are. Here we fucking are. Jimmy Kimmel returned last night and did not shy away from the controversy over his historic (and historically fascist) suspension. And I’m posting about him today because when the government feels safe to openly go after the rich straight cis white men, you know they won’t even think twice about coming after the rest of us. So, welcome back, Jimmy Kimmel. I may even finally forgive you for Girls on Trampolines with Adam Carolla. Maybe. Thank you, First Amendment. Long may you reign. Oh, and because I’m always thinking it anyway, fuck Donald Trump.

Tank Top Tuesday: Back to Basics

Well I’m back. And I know one thing for sure. Vacation is better than not being on vacation. Also, tank tops are better than not tank tops. So, that’s two things. Yeah, that’s all I’ve got. I’ve been away, it’s the best I can do for a Tuesday. But, like Dua Lipa is in a “Mother fucker” tank top, so it’s also definitely isn’t nothing. I’m back, baby!

Samira Wiley

I didn’t watch the rest of “The Handmaid’s Tale” because real life is hard and dystopian enough, but at least the show let Samira’s character live, dammit.

Emma Watson

Well, at least we know one “Harry Potter”-associated actress who would never work with that horrid wizard lady again.

Queen Latifah

No commentary necessary.

Cate Blanchett

Ditto.

Vacation Vixen: Chappell Roan

Is this the coolest concert shot you’ve ever seen or what? If I could I’d hang it personally in the Louvre. Personally.

p.s. Back tomorrow, kittens.

Vacation Vixen: The Stud Budz

The Stud Budz made it to Vogue. The Vogue. Also, they offered a mea culpa for that whole Dave Portnoy invite (in short, they called Angel Reese and then dumped the idea because fuck that guy). So, yeah, those Budz who are Studz are back to being golden in my book. Play on, players. Play on.

Vacation Vixen: Melissa King

It’s Thursday, dress accordingly.

Vacation Vixen: Anne Hathaway

Like I said, I’m excited/impatient for “Mother Mary.” Also, I just can’t resist a vest.

Vacation Vixen: Michaela Coel

Have I mentioned how excited and impatient I am for “Mother Mary” starring Michaela Coel as a fashion designer in a relationship with a music superstar played by Anne Hathaway? Because, um, I am. Also it’s Tuesday, so you’re welcome.