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From Beyoncé casually snatching a country Grammy to M3GAN 2.0 dancing for the gays, this week is pure chaos—and we love it. Add Gaga casting witchy spells, Jonathan Bailey’s “sexy scientist” era, Hasan Piker’s thirst-trap thighs, and an American queen with a wild plan to “fix” Pakistan, and you’ve got all the tea you never knew you needed. Buckle up!

• Imagine being so legendary that you can conquer country music too. Beyoncé’s reaction was pure surprise, but let’s be real—she probably knew she was about to own that category. Her country win is a reminder that Black women can do anything—and do it better. If your first reaction to her victory was outrage rather than celebration, you might want to ask yourself why. It’s not about the music, hun; it’s about your inability to accept that greatness doesn’t come in just one color or sound. HAPPY BLACK HISTORY MONTH INDEED 🖤🐝

• Jonathan Bailey is out here proving that brains and beauty go hand in hand in the Jurassic World: Rebirth trailer. He’s rocking the hot scientist look, and honestly, dinosaurs aren’t the only thing making hearts race. Is it too much to ask for a scene where he saves someone with his intellectual charm while sweating profusely? Because I need that level of cinematic excellence.

• With a name like Abracadabra, Gaga’s new single is serving full-on witchy vibes. The track feels like it was designed to haunt the Grammy voting committee until they give her the recognition she deserves. If Mayhem doesn’t win big next awards season, expect Gaga to pull some mystical strings. Mark my words—this era is about to leave us all bewitched.

• She’s baaack! M3GAN 2.0 just teased the gays with more campy chaos, and I’m here for every deadly dance move. Who knew murderous dolls could serve better choreography than half the TikTok influencers out there?

• Rebooting Buffy without Sarah Michelle Gellar would’ve been a cardinal sin. Having her potentially return is like the gay gods blessing us with nostalgia wrapped in vampire camp. Let’s get Faith back too — and make it sapphic already!

• Honestly, Charli’s performance had Grammys viewers either gagged or confused—and that’s exactly how it should be. She and her iconic posse are redefining what a show closer should look like: loud, campy, and unapologetically chaotic.

• Chappell Roan taking the Grammy crown feels like a win for every alt-pop baddie out there. She’s paving the way for girls who sing about heartbreak on synth beats while wearing Doc Martens. The chokehold she has on us is real.
  

• The Grammys actually did something right for once, and I’m just as shocked as you are. Seeing queer artists finally get their flowers? That’s not just a win—it’s a whole-ass parade with confetti and glitter.

• Drag is not a contact sport. Alexis Michelle and Nina West are read down the entire art of drag with their upcoming book, No Tea, No Shade: Life as a Drag Queen, hitting shelves September 23, 2025. Packed with essays on entertainment, activism, and the art of serving face and justice, this collection proves that drag isn’t just a show—it’s a movement. And with anti-LGBTQ+ legislation on the rise, consider this book both a read and a rebuttal. 🔥📖💅

• The U.S. just hit pause on foreign aid to Uganda, and the fallout for the country’s LGBTQ+ community is not cute. With organizations like the Africa Queer Network shutting down due to funding cuts, essential support systems for queer Ugandans are disappearing fast. This isn’t just about money—it’s about access to healthcare, legal aid, and safe spaces in a country that already criminalizes LGBTQ+ identities. While the U.S. is flexing its diplomatic muscle in response to Uganda’s harsh anti-LGBTQ+ laws, the ones paying the price are the very people those policies hurt most. A mess, truly.

• Lady Gaga telling trans people they’re not invisible during her Grammy speech? Chills. Absolute chills. While some artists are busy collecting awards and disappearing into private jets, Gaga took her moment to uplift trans voices. She reminded us why she’s Mother Monster. Art, activism, and empathy all wrapped in one powerhouse of a woman. We are not worthy!

• Cynthia Nixon honoring her trans son and nephew at a New York protest is giving “proud mom energy” in the most iconic way. We love to see it. She’s been fighting the good fight for LGBTQ+ rights since her Sex and the City days, but this heartfelt tribute takes it to another level. Nixon didn’t just show up; she brought visibility, power, and a reminder that trans folks have fierce allies in their corner. Carrie Bradshaw could never.

• The Human Rights Campaign laying off staff is giving major side-eye vibes. Like, how are we cutting resources at a time when LGBTQ+ rights are under constant attack? This is not the vibe we need in 2025. Let’s hope they figure out a way to bounce back and actually support the community instead of leaving advocates high and dry. Priorities, HRC. Priorities.

• Sarah McBride speaking to LGBTQ+ youth during a time of rampant anti-trans attacks is the hope we didn’t know we needed. She’s out here giving full-on “big sister of the queer community” energy—uplifting, powerful, and absolutely real. Her message is simple but crucial: You belong, you matter, and we’re in this together. Sarah’s out here making politics feel personal, and honestly? We stan harder than ever.

• Pedro Pascal is the internet’s favorite zaddy superhero, and honestly, who can argue? The Fantastic Four trailer drops and suddenly the world collectively decides that Pedro can save the universe—and our thirst—at the same time. He’s already a real-life hero for the LGBTQ+ community, so this role is basically just him being himself but with more CGI explosions. We love a man who can fight villains and homophobia in the same breath. Iconic behavior, truly.

• Dylan O’Brien is out here breaking the internet with that scene, and honestly, we’re not okay. Did we just witness a gay sex scene, or was that a fever dream? The timeline is collectively clutching its pearls and hitting replay, and the discourse is hotter than the scene itself. Dylan, babe, you knew exactly what you were doing, and we’re grateful—just don’t expect us to recover anytime soon.

• Laverne Cox is back, and this time she’s bringing the laughs and the feels! Her new comedy series is here to give us the serotonin boost we didn’t know we needed. Trans joy on screen is criminally underrepresented, so seeing Laverne leading a series that celebrates happiness, humor, and authenticity is a whole moment. February just became our favorite month—this show better come with tissues for both tears of joy and uncontrollable laughter.

• Is Lego anti-LGBT? London’s Science Museum just threw a rainbow-colored wrench into the toy box with its new exhibit, Stories of Queer Communities, Experiences, and Identities. Apparently, Lego isn’t just for building tiny houses—it’s also building conversations about gender norms. The exhibit challenges the idea that those little plastic bricks need a gender at all, and naturally, the pearl-clutchers are already in shambles. Who knew the most controversial thing about Lego wouldn’t be stepping on one barefoot?

• Hasan Piker’s thighs are doing what decades of activism couldn’t—uniting gays and bros in mutual admiration of his short shorts. It’s not just thirst; it’s a call to action. Hasan’s out here proving that you can fight capitalism and flex quads that could crush both the patriarchy and your fragile sense of self. Short inseam supremacy is the movement now, and Hasan’s leading the charge—reminding us that socialism is sexier when served with thicc thighs and a side of smolder.

@aurcide

icon got the queen treatment in pakistan 🙏#americanwomeninpakistan #onijah #diva #iconic #edit #aftereffects #ae #fyp

• Some stories are so unhinged, they demand a documentary. Enter Onijah Robinson, a 33-year-old Bronx queen who packed her bags, threw on some lip gloss, and flew to Pakistan to meet her 19-year-old internet boyfriend—only to get ghosted upon arrival. Instead of booking the next flight home like a normal person, she did what only a true main character would: declared, “I’m fixing your country” and started crowdfunding her stay. Now, half of TikTok and Twitter are calling her an icon, because who else casually announces nation-building like they’re ordering extra fries at McDonald’s? She’s basically strutting through Pakistan with the energy of "Pay me or stay stuck," and honestly, I’m torn between cackling and low-key stanning the sheer audacity. Some are living for the delusional confidence, while others are rolling their eyes so hard they might sprain something. Either way, she’s got the internet in a chokehold—and we love to see it. After announcing she’s launching a Bitcoin yesterday, we really need to rename this section ICON OF THE WEEK.

@allanthedoll

We stan #americanwomaninpakistan

• Okay, so let me just say, I never thought I’d be fangirling over something that looks like the Hulk’s morning smoothie, but here I am, fully obsessed with Proper Health’s Greens Daily Boost. The second I mixed it up, I felt like I’d leveled up into some kind of plant-powered superhero—like She-Hulk if she joined a queer Gen Z rave. Honestly, I’m not mad at the earthy vibe; it’s kind of giving me “I’m saving the planet by sipping on greens and also, I look snatched doing it.” If you’re that person whose fridge is perpetually empty (or maybe just stuffed with leftover pizza), trust me, this is the zero-effort way to say, “Yes, bestie, I totally get my nutrients.”

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