The Daily Queer
August 6, 2026
Gus Kenworthy surprises bf Andrew Rigby with a marriage proposal. Ken Jennings addresses trolls on trans rights. What to look forward to in Season Two of Heated Rivalry according to co-star François Arnaud.
Gay Olympic star Gus Kenworthy is engaged after surprise cliffside proposal
Outsports
Four-time Olympian and gay icon Gus Kenworthy proposed to his boyfriend off the coast of Spain, leaving the Australian surprised.
Pete Buttigieg Shuts Down Pundit Who Tried to Get Him to Bad-Mouth Kamala Harris
LGBTQ Nation
Pete Buttigieg refused an interviewer’s invitation to criticize Kamala Harris over her account of why she did not select him as her 2024 running mate. He redirected the conversation toward larger political stakes rather than personal grievances.
‘Jeopardy!’ Host Ken Jennings Says Trans Rights Matter Deeply to Him
LGBTQ Nation
Ken Jennings pushed back after right-wing outlets portrayed a sarcastic social-media exchange as evidence that he opposed transgender people. The host said he stands with his trans friends and family and described attacks on trans rights as a matter of urgent personal concern.
A Mob Beat a Trans Couple. Now the Alleged Victims Could Face Prison
LGBTQ Nation
A transgender couple injured in a violent group attack has also been criminally charged, raising questions about how police handled the confrontation. Advocates say the case illustrates how trans victims can be treated as suspects even after suffering serious violence.
Trans New Hampshire Legislator Says a Democratic Colleague Pressured Her to Quit a House Race
LGBTQ Nation
New Hampshire state representative Alice Wade says a fellow Democrat urged her to leave a legislative contest because she is transgender. Wade called the alleged pressure a profound betrayal and has made the episode part of a broader discussion about inclusion within the party.
Gay Volleyball Star Merrick McHenry Powers Team USA to World Silver
Outsports
Out athlete Merrick McHenry helped the United States men’s volleyball team capture a silver medal on the international stage. His performance adds another high-profile achievement to a growing year of queer visibility in elite sports.
LGBTQ+ and Progressive Candidates Scored Primary Victories
LGBTQ Nation
A group of LGBTQ+ and progressive candidates won notable primary contests in several states on Tuesday. Victors framed the results as evidence that voters were ready for political change and more representative leadership.
François Arnaud’s ‘See-through, Skin-tight’ Shirt That Changed It All
Women’s Wear Daily
It’s amazing what a tight shirt can do.
François Arnaud teases more Scott and Kip action in Heated Rivalry Season 2
PinkNews
Actor François Arnaud has just shared a first hint at what to expect from Heated Rivalry Season 2, with confirmation that two beloved characters will return.
Just Jared
Angelina Jolie‘s brother and Jon Voight‘s son James Haven has come out as gay.
Lesbian Couple Sues After Casino Attack Left One Woman With Brain Damage
LGBTQ Nation
A lesbian couple has filed suit over an assault that allegedly left one of the women with lasting brain injuries. The complaint says casino security failed to intervene and instead recorded the violence on their phones.
Gregg Araki Doesn’t Think You’re Having Enough Sex
Vanity Fair
Gregg Araki discusses his new sex-positive comedy I Want Your Sex and the generational divide surrounding desire, consent, and sexual candor. The filmmaker also reflects on returning to features after a long absence and on how queer identity has shaped his work.
Brendan Scannell on The Abyss, Gay Bars, and Why He Still Loves Bonding
Queerty
The queer audience that has followed his career. He also revisits Bonding, the Netflix series that helped introduce him to a wider public.
Ben Platt Strips Down for a Hairy New Photo Spread
Queerty
Ben Platt is drawing attention for a revealing new photo spread that embraces body hair and a less polished celebrity image. The pictures quickly circulated among fans and added a playful jolt to the week’s queer pop-culture conversation.
Dystopian Rom-Com One Night Only Puzzles Viewers With Sex Bans and Queer Loopholes
Queerty
The premise of the forthcoming romantic comedy One Night Only imagines a society governed by unusual restrictions on sex. Online viewers are already debating the film’s rules, including the queer exceptions and complications built into its dystopian setup.
Heated Rivalry Crew Asks Fans to Give Season Two Production Some Space
Queerty
The production team behind Heated Rivalry has asked enthusiastic fans not to crowd or disrupt the filming of its second season. The request underscores how quickly the queer hockey romance has developed an intensely engaged following.