· Everything you always wanted to know about Queerty.
· The After Elton Hot 100 returns. Who are the 10 hottest men on the planet? Will Demps, Tyson Beckford and LL Cool J made our list last year.
· Gay rights advances in Maryland. Partners and dependents of gay state employees will receive health, dental and prescription drug benefits for the first time. Meanwhile the Senate votes to exempt domestic partners who jointly own homes from inheritance taxes. Legislation to "add gender identity to state laws barring discrimination" stalls in committee.
· Dark and lovely Pierre Woods covers British GQ. Photographer Tarrice Love: "This is big because magazines are notorious for selecting celebrities, athletes, and politicians to appear on their covers. This is an even bigger accomplishment for a black male model in this industry."
· Colorado Gov. Bill Ritter (D) signs Designated Beneficiary Law, which allows unmarried adult couples— including same-sex partners—"some of the legal rights afforded to married couples, expanded rights in inheritance, medical decisions, and hospital visitation."
· Darian Aaron discusses the black gay blogosphere with popular YouTube vlogger Nvncyble.
·Legislation to protect transgendered persons advances on both coasts. "The New Hampshire House approved by one vote a bill that would amend the state’s anti-discrimination law to include trans people. In the state of Washington, the House has approved a Senate bill adding 'gender expression or identity' to the state’s hate-crime law. The bill now heads to the governor’s desk for signing."
· Yahoo and Microsoft consider pooling advertising.
· Customers camp out overnight to buy Kanye West's Nike Air Yeezy sneakers.
· Pharrell Williams debuts Bionic Yarn, a new eco-friendly fabric brand made of recycled plastic bottles that can be turned into anything. Says Pharrell: "We want to do everything from high-end luggage to high-end denim, to university caps and gowns to Parks Department uniforms."
Pharrell Williams is so freakin' talented it's ridiculous. Eco friendly fabric? From recycled plastic bottles? EAT IT BYTCHES!
Posted by: Pharrell Luvr | 10 April 2009 at 20:46
Rod, just a personal note. Thanks for trans news and thanks much for covering the murder of that poor young black trans girl in Syracuse. It's appreciated, trust.
Posted by: Face and Waist | 10 April 2009 at 21:00
i discovrd darian's blog thru rod 2.0 and i like it. he talks about black gay youth and i can identify with that. thanks for the you tube and links
Posted by: Devereaux | 10 April 2009 at 21:19
Not really a Skateboard P fan but I will give the man his props. He does have some skillz.
Posted by: Tryon | 10 April 2009 at 21:32
I encourage everyone to vote at AfterElton's Hot 100 for those of us who appreciate diversity. That thing they claimed was a list last year should've been titled the Hot 100 white list with a sprinkling of flava. They threw men of color a few bones last year, but not many.
I agree with what you are saying. But no profanity in comments, thanks. -RM
Posted by: Ron | 11 April 2009 at 08:33
Anyone reading this blog appreciates diversity and I'm sure the reason why Rod posted it is so there is some color in the nominations.
Let's just make our nominations and encourage others to do the same, as opposed to whining about last year or the year before.
Posted by: Craig T | 11 April 2009 at 13:42
Rod are you doing another list for After Elton this year? I hope so, you always represent for the brothas when you write for them or are interviewed by them.
I nominate Kellen Winslow!
Posted by: G. | 11 April 2009 at 14:05
I'll second that nomination and add Braylon Edwards!
Posted by: RJ | 11 April 2009 at 14:17
Can I vote for Omarion in the Top 25 Out Gay Men?
Posted by: Gary | 13 April 2009 at 00:22