The latest dish of lesbian and bisexual news, including an injured Hannah Gadsby, a rapper’s pregnancy announcement, a revealing report on Afghanistan’s LGBT, Kristen Kish returns to our screens, and Kate Mackinnon is portraying Carole Baskin on TV?!
Hannah Gadsby cancels tour due to injury
Hannah Gadsby has canceled upcoming shows in Europe after landing herself in a wheelchair because she slipped on ice and broke her leg. “I went to Iceland and discovered why it’s called Ice-land,” Gadsby joked in an Instagram video, announcing the tour cancellation. “I fell over and I’ve broken my leg in two places. I’ve had plates and screws put in. I’m in a lot of pain.”
“This cheer that you’re detecting right now? Drugs, and they’re running out,” she added. “The shows must not go on, I will not break another leg.”
“I’m okay, don’t panic. Watch your step, stay safe and I’ll update you again soon.”
Da Brat and fiancée Jesseca Dupart are expecting their first child
Rapper Da Brat and Jesseca Dupart have announced on Instagram that they are expecting their first child together. “We are EXTENDING the family,” Jesseca and Da Brat captioned a cute couple’s picture that the pair shared, both holding their hands over Dupart’s stomach.
Report finds circumstances for LGBT people in Afghanistan are dire
The Human Rights Watch and OutRight Action International interviewed 60 LGBT people from Afghanistan from October to December 2021. Most of the interviewees had fled to nearby countries where they continue to be in danger, including being forcibly returned to Afghanistan. A small portion have completely resettled in environments where they feel safe.
“Many of those interviewed reported being attacked, sexually assaulted, or directly threatened by members of the Taliban because of their sexual orientation or gender identity,” according to the report. “Others reported abuse from family members, neighbors, and romantic partners who now support the Taliban or believed they had to take action against LGBT people close to them to ensure their own safety.
“Some fled their homes from attacks by Taliban members or supporters pursuing them. Others watched as lives they had carefully built over the years disappeared overnight and found themselves at risk of being targeted at any time because of their sexual orientation or gender identity.”
Kristen Kish’s Fast Foodies returns
Top Chef winner Kristen Kish didn’t only marry her partner Bianca Dusic in 2021, she also starred in the first season of Fast Foodies, a reality cooking show where chefs re-create a celebrity guest’s fast food go-to with their own twist.
HollywoodLife spoke to Fast Foodies’ three hosts, Iron Chef winner Justin Sutherland and Top Chef winners Kristen Kish and Jeremy Ford about what to expect for season 2. “We’re all more comfortable,” said Kristen. “We also know how the show works. So I think in the inner workings we know exactly what we need to do. We film for 10 to 12 hours a day, so you’re kind of like, okay, what’s going to get cut down into 24 minutes of television? We’re slightly more aware and experienced, and I think having that knowledge also helps us guide the show along a little bit.”
Kate Mackinnon stars in Carole Baskin spoof Joe vs. Carole
Peacock recently released the trailer for the upcoming spoof on Tiger King, called Joe vs. Carole, starring our fave lesbian, Kate Mackinnon, as bi-icon Carole Baskin.
Kristen Stewart Nominated for Oscar
Kristen Stewart is nominated for a Best Actress Academy Award for her portrayal of Princess Diana in Spencer. This follows her recognition at the Golden Globes. The actress told press she “never thought she’d get an Oscar nomination in 1000 years.”
