Tragic Loss of George Michael

The world lost an LGBT icon when Geroge Michael passed away. He was an amazing artist and a trailblazer. Faith is one of my favourie songs and it makes me sad knowing he will never sing it again.
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Music Legend Leonard Cohen Dies

Leonard Cohen was an amazing singer/songwriter and the world mourns his death today. Halleujah is one of my favorite songs of all time.
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Merle Haggard Leaves Estate to LGBT Group

The world lost a country legend on April 6 when Merle Haggard passed away.  I grew up listening to his music with my grand parents.  I didn't know he was such a huge supporter of equal rights.  He left his entire estate to Interpride Enterprises, a California based LGBT group that puts on Pride parades around the world.  The group plans on doing something special this year in his honour at San Francisco's pride. 

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Chris Hyndman Dies Age 49

This is such sad news.  Design guru Chris Hyndman has passed away suddenly at the age of 49.  I can't imagine how his partner of 25 years Steven Sabados is coping with all this.  They had so many great shows together with the most recent being Steven and Chris.  Their chemistry on screen was amazing and could make anyone smile.  

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George Takei Honours Friend Leonard Nimoy

Leonard Nimoy has died at the age of 83 and will be missed by many including his good friend George Takei. 

Today, the world lost a great man, and I lost a great friend. We return you now to the stars, Leonard. You taught us to ‘Live Long And Prosper,’ and you indeed did, friend. I shall miss you in so many, many ways.

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Loss of Leslie Feinberg

Leslie Feinberg, the author of "Stone Butch Blues" has passed away at the age of 65.  She died with her parter of 22 years, Minnie Bruce Pratt, by her side.  Not only was Leslie an author but an activist and considered herself a revolutionary communist.  Our community has lost someone very important but will never be forgotten.

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RIP Joan Rivers

The iconic Joan Rivers has passed away at the age of 81.   Even if you didn't like her, she was a trail blazer for female comedians and her career was over five decades long.  Her daughter Melissa Rivers released this statement:

It is with great sadness that I announce the death of my mother, Joan Rivers. She passed peacefully at 1:17pm surrounded by family and close friends. My son and I would like to thank the doctors, nurses, and staff of Mount Sinai Hospital for the amazing care they provided for my mother. Cooper and I have found ourselves humbled by the outpouring of love, support, and prayers we have received from around the world. They have been heard and appreciated. My mother’s greatest joy in life was to make people laugh. Although that is difficult to do right now, I know her final wish would be that we return to laughing soon.

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RIP Robin Williams

I'm sure by now you have already heard that the incredible Robin Williams passed away at the age of 63.  Sadly, they are saying it is most likely a suicide due to asphyxiation.  Williams was always a supporter of the LGBT community and played in many queer roles, including the hugely popular movies The Birdcage and Mrs. Doubtfire.  May he rest in peace.

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Caleb Bankston Dies

Former Survivor contestant Caleb Bankston died at the age of 26 following a train derailment while working in Alabama.  Survivor has had few gay contestants but Bankston was one of the lucky few.  He competed on the 27th season with his fiancé Colton Cumbie.  They were set to marry in October.  Very sad.

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Sahara Davenport Dead at 27

It hasn't been released how she died but the season two contestant of RuPaul's Drag Race passed away at the young age of 27.  She didn't win the show but she did release two songs, 'Pump with Me' and 'Go Off'.

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Updates

MTV Shows

So Prairiegrrl is away at the Olympics undoubtedly checking out all the hot, athletic bodies while I waste away at my demanding job. Which is my way of saying I suck for not posting and trying to divert blame. So here's what you missed the last while:
Sarah Silverman did an awesome interview where supporting same sex marriage. Watch the video (above). Very cool.

Casey Johnson died of a different ype of irresponsibility that we all suspected. It was uncontrolled diabetes, not an OD that ended her life so early.

It's been rumored that Sam Ronson has been smacking Lindsay Lohan around. I never support violence, but if you need to beat a Lohan, I'd suggest Michael instead. Much more satisfying.

Adam Lambert is Billboard's Sexiest Man in music. 

Thomas Beatie, the trans man who has had a couple kids with his wife, is pregnant for the third time.

Lindsay Lohan is a hoarder and getting televised help for her mess.

Alexander McQueen commited suicide at age 40.

More to follow.


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Tila Not Invited to Casey's Funeral

Casey Johnson was buried in New Jersey with a private, open casket ceremony for family and friends. Her "fiancee," however, was not present. Tila, of course, blames her family for not taking their relationship seriously. And just as unsurprisingly, she is continuing to say weird things and act generally insane on her Twitter, where she updates approximately every 30 seconds.

Some other queer people have to get into the spotlight, fast. I'm really sick of writing about Tila Tequila. But I figure in a week or so, she'll have a new lover and be claiming that it's what Casey wanted. In the mean time, I'm going to be spending my time wishing that someone like Sean Connery comes out of the closet in a mini skirt and grabs the attention away fr a while.


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Tila Tequila's Fiancee Found Dead

Tila Tequila's fiancee, Casey Johnson, the 30 year old Johnson & Johnson heiress, was found dead in her bedroom by her maids today. So far the cause of death is undetermined. Tila posted about it on her Twitter, saying "Everyone please pray 4 my Wifey Casey Johnson. She has passed away. Thank u for all ur love and support but I will be offline to be w family."

As well as Tila, Ava also leaves behind her daughter Ava whom she adopted from Kazakhstan in 2007.
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RIP Kim Ji-hoo

South Korean model and actor Kim Ji-hoo committed suicide after harassment in response to his coming out as gay. Popseoul reports:

At the tender age of 23, Kim Ji-hoo committed suicide as a result of rabid netizens who harassed the model for being gay. The model was part of the tvN program, “Coming out” and that didn’t sit well with some people.

Sad news indeed. Rest in peace, buddy.
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Yves Saint Laurent Dies

71 year old fashion guru Yves Saint Laurent has died at the age of 71. No cause of death has been released. There is a decent write up about his life and death here.

R.I.P.

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