Homophobia

Jussie Smollett. Black man with black hair and beard in black shirt smiles in front of blue wall with yellow images and text.
Sameer Rao  Jan 30, 2019 12:59PM EST

Advocates Demand #JusticeForJussie Smollett

The “Empire” star was reportedly attacked by two men who shouted racist and homophobic slurs, physically attacked him and put a noose around his neck.
Keegan-Michael Key and Jordan Peele. Two Black men in black tuxedos and white shirts smile at the camera
Kenrya Rankin  Dec 7, 2018 12:23PM EST

Who Should Replace Kevin Hart as Oscars Host?

The comedian dropped out after people criticized him for homophobic tweets.
Frank Ocean in black suit with white shirt and black tie
Sameer Rao  Jun 21, 2016 12:43PM EDT

READ: Frank Ocean's Poignant Lament on Pulse Massacre, Homophobic and Transphobic Violence

The reclusive artist referenced Orlando and the North Carolina anti-trans bathroom bill in a new Tumblr post.
Pulse massacre mourner Saamiya Pirbhai, wearing a rose-colored hijab, stands behind a makeshift memorial with homemade posters and sunflowers.
Yas Ahmed  Jun 15, 2016 2:47PM EDT

Post-Pulse Massacre, Moving Forward Means Rejecting Scarcity and Fear

Yas Ahmed of Muslim Alliance for Sexual and Gender Diversity reflects on post-Pulse Islamophobia, the power of community and what it is to be a “queer, Muslim, gender non-conforming, Arab, mixed-race, able-bodied ​person of color” today.
Kenrya Rankin  Apr 4, 2016 11:56AM EDT

Michael Sam Spills How He's Been Treated By LGBTQ and Black Communities

It’s probably not how you think.
Sameer Rao  Feb 24, 2016 2:26PM EST

Jussie Smollett, Eva Longoria and More Spill the Hard Truths About Discrimination

Several Hollywood performers and creators who aren’t straight White men tell all in a new piece from The New York Times.
Sameer Rao  Jun 12, 2015 12:00PM EDT

Requiem for Odd Future: Profane, Provocative and Wild as Hell

Odd Future has finally confirmed the breakup they’ve been hinting at. Sameer Rao explores the controversies and the creativity of one of the most raw, original and complex hip-hop collectives since Wu-Tang Clan. 
Qimmah Saafir  Apr 10, 2015 3:53PM EDT

Princeton Students Petition Against a Campus Concert by 'Misogynistic, Homophobic' Big Sean

More than 500 students have signed a petition protesting the rapper’s upcoming performance on campus.
Carla Murphy  Mar 10, 2015 2:49PM EDT

Don't Know Jamaican Author Marlon James? Shame.

The novelist talks about what it was like to grow up as a gay man in Jamaica.
Aura Bogado  Jun 23, 2014 1:45PM EDT

Neo-Nazis, Blackface and Homophobia at the World Cup

Not a good look.
Jamilah King  Mar 25, 2014 12:36PM EDT

Le1f to Lord Jamar: 'I Know Oppressions You Will Never Understand'

Choose your battles wisely.
Von Diaz  Oct 7, 2013 11:26AM EDT

Feminist Bookstore in Atlanta Vandalized with Homophobic Graffiti

Following an event last Thursday night, Charis Books and More was spray-painted with anti-gay slurs and vulgar imagery.
Jamilah King  Sep 18, 2013 3:13PM EDT

Watch Mister Cee's Thoughtful Coming-Out PSA

It’s an incredible four minutes from one of the pillars of the hip-hop community.
Jamilah King  Jun 20, 2013 11:29AM EDT

New Film on Homophobia in the Black Church Makes NYC Debut

‘The New Black’ may be coming to a theater near you.
Jorge Rivas  May 17, 2013 11:57AM EDT

Ambassador Susan E. Rice's Message on International Day Against Homophobia

U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Susan Rice released a video message today in honor of International Day Against Homophobia.
Jorge Rivas  Jul 16, 2012 11:14AM EDT

Rapper Murs Kisses Another Man to Call Out Homophobia in Hip Hop

California rapper Murs wearing a “Legalize Gay” shirt and kisses another man in new video.
Jorge Rivas  Jul 13, 2012 11:13AM EDT

Spam the Homophobic Frank Ocean Haters With Love

Visitors to Hatetweetstofrankocean.com scroll through a gallery of hateful tweets and when compelled fight hate with love.