Culture Film & TV
Wicked director Jon M. Chu says more Wizard of Oz stories ‘possible, for sure’
Exclusive: “You never know,” said Chu in an interview with Attitude this week. We vote for a Tin Man origin story!
Life Wellbeing
I used to think I’d feel safe in the US as a gay man – I hope the election doesn’t change that
Journalist Alastair James writes about what he’s observed of the LGBTQ+ community’s fears around a second Trump presidency and hopes for the future
Culture Theatre
Smörgåsbord review: Emotional performances ground this new and original play
In his debut play actor and writer Luke Oliver presents a thought-provoking piece of theatre
Editors’ picks
Life
Transgender Day of Remembrance 2024: Esther Ghey on creating ‘lasting positive legacy to help other people like Brianna’
In this exclusive interview, Esther Ghey, mother of our 2024 Legacy Award winner Brianna Ghey at the Virgin Atlantic Attitude Awards, powered by Jaguar talks about how she’s using the memory of her daughter to bring about positive change to the community
News UK
Transgender Day of Remembrance 2024: The family of the late Alice Litman on fight to change healthcare for trans people
The family of Alice Litman are campaigning to change healthcare for trans people after their daughter and sister took her own life after being let down by the system
Life Travel
Tokyo unfiltered: an LGBTQ+ guide to the city’s best offerings
In partnership with Tokyo Convention & Visitors Bureau
News UK
Here are all the winners from the 2024 Virgin Atlantic Attitude Awards, powered by Jaguar
Including Mawaan Rizwan, Nemo, Elton John, The Blessed Madonna and Lulu
Culture Music
Elton John on legacy, philanthropy, and dancing at Studio 54: ‘I’ve done all there is to do’
In this exclusive interview, the recipient of the Legacy Award supported by Virgin Atlantic, at the Virgin Atlantic Attitude Awards, powered by Jaguar talks the joy of being gay, fatherhood, and ending his touring career
Culture Music
Scissor Sisters on reunion and defiance in a time of Trump: ‘Entertainment is important in dark times’
Exclusive: Jake Shears, Babydaddy and Del Marquis on their 20th anniversary shows, performing in anti-LGBTQ+ countries, and what a new album would sound like
Culture Music
Liam Payne: His 2015 Attitude cover feature revisited in five quotes and images
“My mates are my mates, regardless of their sexuality” the star told us
Culture Film & TV
The Room Next Door: Why Pedro Almodóvar resisted ‘temptation’ of lesbian storyline: ‘I decided against it’
“You’re actually the first person to talk to me about this topic” the director told Attitude during a recent interview
News
News World
Elon Musk misgenders daughter in response to her decision to leave US after Trump win
“You’re upset because at the end of the day everyone around you knows you as a delusional and grubby little control freak,” she responded on Threads
News World
LGBTQ+ crisis helplines seeing record calls following Donald Trump US election win
The Rainbow Youth Project has surpassed its usually monthly quota in just six days, with one teen revealing they had made a suicide pact should Trump win
News World
Donald Trump declares US presidency victory: What this could mean for LGBTQ+ rights
As the GOP takes control of both the White House and Congress, questions loom over what his administration could mean for LGBTQ+ rights and protections in the US
News World
Turin selected to host EuroPride 2027, highlighting Italy’s LGBTQ+ rights struggles
The city was chosen over the UK’s Gloucestershire, which came in second place
News World
Chloe Grace Moretz comes out as gay in support of Kamala Harris: ‘We need protections in this country’
“I believe the government has no right over my body as a woman, and that the decisions over my body should come ONLY from myself and my doctor. Kamala Harris will protect that for us,” the actor wrote in a passionate Instagram post
News World
Japan’s ban on equal marriage ruled unconstitutional by second high court
“The Japanese government must take action to legalise same-sex marriage across the country,” said a spokesperson from Amnesty International
News Pride
Pride in London sets 2025 date and confirms bid for WorldPride 2030
“Bidding to host WorldPride 2030 is the next logical step in our mission to champion LGBTQ+ rights,” said Pride in London’s Chief Executive
News Sport
Michael Gunning interviews Jake Daniels in new doc: ‘People now only really know me as the gay footballer’
Beneath the Surface, a new Sky Sports series produced and directed by Gunning, tackles the pressures of breaking barriers in sports
News UK
LGBTQ+ businesses contribute £106 billion to UK economy, landmark report finds
The first-of-its-kind report was compiled in partnership between OutBritain and Open Economy Network
Culture
Culture Film & TV
Wicked director Jon M. Chu says more Wizard of Oz stories ‘possible, for sure’
Exclusive: “You never know,” said Chu in an interview with Attitude this week. We vote for a Tin Man origin story!
Culture Theatre
Smörgåsbord review: Emotional performances ground this new and original play
In his debut play actor and writer Luke Oliver presents a thought-provoking piece of theatre
Culture Music
Scissor Sisters’ Babydaddy praises Billie Eilish: ‘Ingenuity, intellect, good songwriting’
Exclusive: “And it’s unabashedly queer – I think that’s what I love about Billie Eilish”
Culture Music
Scissor Sisters on reunion and defiance in a time of Trump: ‘Entertainment is important in dark times’
Exclusive: Jake Shears, Babydaddy and Del Marquis on their 20th anniversary shows, performing in anti-LGBTQ+ countries, and what a new album would sound like
Culture Theatre
Come Alive! The Greatest Showman review: Feel-good singalongs with jaw-dropping performances
The circus musical spectacular comes to live at the Empress Museum in London
Culture Film & TV
‘Humans are walking paradoxes’: Unicorns stars Jason Patel, Ben Hardy on trailblazing film
Here, Jason and Ben are interviewed exclusively for Attitude by director James Krishna Floyd about their romantic drama about two people whose lives are upturned after an unexpected kiss
Culture Film & TV
Drag Race UK’s Charra Tea says emotional family ep came out on mum’s birthday: ‘Perfect timing!’
Exclusive: “Not the best ending for me, but I had a fabulous time!” says the star, as she catches up with Attitude following her exit – and reveals Kylie Minogue’s response to her impersonation of the pop icon
Culture Film & TV
Gladiator 2: Paul Mescal on ‘Glicked’, meeting Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo
Exclusive: “They’re both extraordinary [in it] – and I’m a musical theatre guy!” adds Paul of the Wicked co-stars
Culture Film & TV
Paul Mescal says Gladiator 2 for ‘the girls and the gays’ as well as the ‘bros’
Exclusive: “And that was true of the first film!” adds star of Gladiator 2’s crowd-pleasing appeal in a new interview with Attitude
Style
Style Fashion
Moving On Up: Royal Ballet dancer Calvin Richardson embraces fashion and talks all things ballet
“At the beginning there was a bit of imposter syndrome there, of just like, ‘Oh, I am a Principal now?'”
Style Beauty
Unlocking The True Benefits of Collagen For Beauty and Body
In partnership with Collageny
Style Fashion
Elevate your Halloween: stylish essentials to enchant your fall wardrobe
Halloween has never looked so fabulous
Life
Life Wellbeing
I used to think I’d feel safe in the US as a gay man – I hope the election doesn’t change that
Journalist Alastair James writes about what he’s observed of the LGBTQ+ community’s fears around a second Trump presidency and hopes for the future
Life Travel
Attitude’s guide to LGBTQ+ travel in Illinois: from wild city adventures to romantic country escapes
In partnership with the Illinois Office of Tourism
Life Business
ABB’s Ulises Diaz on becoming a leader at his company’s LGBTQ+ Employee Resource Group
In partnership with myGwork