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Arts & Entertainment

Remembering Bubba McNeely: Houston’s One-Man Show and LGBTQ Icon

From drag stages to church choirs, Bubba McNeely lit up every room he entered. Friends reflect on his unmatched charisma,…

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Arts & Entertainment

Poet and LGBTQ Advocate Andrea Gibson Dies at Age 49

Andrea Gibson, a genderqueer poet and activist, died at 49. Their acclaimed work offered hope to LGBTQ readers and redefined…

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Local News

Andrew Edmonson, Arts Professional, Activist, and Writer, Dies at 59

A beloved figure in Houston’s arts and LGBTQ communities, Andrew Edmonson is remembered as a tireless advocate, brilliant communicator, and…

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Local News

Remembering Jessica Rossman

Jessica Rossman, a longtime LGBTQ ally and Houston philanthropist, is remembered for her vibrant presence, tireless advocacy, and deep compassion.…

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Music

Jill Sobule, “I Kissed a Girl” Singer and Queer Music Icon, Dies at 66

Jill Sobule, the singer-songwriter behind 1990s alt-pop staples “I Kissed a Girl” and “Supermodel,” died Thursday in a house fire…

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Community News

Houston’s Dr. Bruce Smith Remembered for Care, Courage, and Advocacy

Bruce William Smith, a dentist, philanthropist, and AIDS activist, has died at 74. He was a community hero known for…

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Obituaries

Houston Mourns the Passing of Sylvester Turner, Beloved Mayor and LGBTQ Community Champion

Houston mourns the passing of Sylvester Turner, former mayor and U.S. congressman, celebrated for his unwavering support of the LGBTQ…

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News

Anita Bryant, Anti-LGBT Crusader, Dies at 84

Anti-LGBTQ crusader Anita Bryant is dead. Here's a recap of OutSmart's coverage of Bryant and her impact on Houston's LGBTQ…

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Local News

In Memoriam: Celebrating the Life of Rev. Gracie Lee

Rev. Gracie Lee passed away on November 6, 2016, at the age of 78.

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Features

Carl Edward Whitmarsh: Local Activists Mourn the Loss of Longtime Democratic Party Leader

Legendary Democratic activist Carl Edward Whitmarsh died unexpectedly of natural causes on Sunday, May 8, 2016, at his home in…

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