Troye Sivan and Sir Ian McKellen usher in a brand new era of Attitude
Two generations of queer superstardom lead your new-look magazine.
By Will Stroude
This month marks the beginning of an exciting new era in the history of Attitude, and we couldn’t think of a better way to mark the occasion that with two of the world’s most important and influential LGBT+ figures, both past and present.
Queer pop superstar Troye Sivan and legendary actor and activist Sir Ian McKellen lead our brand new June issue – available to download and in shops now – as the pair open up about life, love and activism in their most revealing interviews ever.
The wonder boy of pop, Troye came out via his YouTube channel in 2013, and went on to release his critically lauded debut album Blue Neighbourhood in 2015.
Troye Sivan, shot exclusively for Attitude’s June issue by Damon Baker
Part of a new generation of out and proud pop stars, Troye prepares to release his highly anticipated follow-up album this summer and reveals what fans can expect from the album, as well as opening up about his relationship with model Jacob Bixenman.
Meanwhile, May 2018 marks 30 years since the introduction of Section 28 – the heinous government legislation that banned schools and local authorities from mentioning or ‘promoting’ homosexuality.
It was this legislation that inspired Sir Ian to come out live on a BBC radio show and help found Stonewall, the LGBT+ rights charity.
Sir Ian McKellen, shot exclusively for Attitude’s June issue by Damon Baker
In a candid interview looking back at his life and activism, Sir Ian explains why he repeatedly refused to write his autobiography, and why he agreed to explore his life in the upcoming documentary film McKellen: Playing The Part.
As well as Troye and Sir Ian, the 178-page new-look Attitude – the first under the direction of new Editor in Chief Cliff Joannou – includes world-leading exclusives with RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars winner Trixie Mattel, Looking creator Andrew Haigh, UnREAL star Jeffery Bowyer-Chapman and model and artist Anthony Varrecchia.
We’re also proud to introduce a fresh array of diverse and insightful columnists who’ll be tackling the issues that continue to face the LGBT+ community both at home and abroad.
That’s alongside even more of the fashion, travel, news, and reviews you love, of course.
Attitude’s June issue with two special-edition covers featuring Troye Sivan and Sir Ian McKellen is out now. Buy now and take advantage of our best-ever subscription offers: 3 issues for £3 in print, 13 issues for £19.99 to download to any device.
Troye Sivan
Photography: Damon Baker
Fashion: Joseph Kocharian
Grooming: Lea Brady
Sir Ian McKellen
Photography: Damon Baker
Fashion: Joseph Kocharian
Grooming: Zoelmoore