Pinksixty News SATURDAY 18 FEBRUARY 2012
Channel: Colin Fallesen
Date: 2012-02-18

A new gay comedy movie, titled 'The Parade', has received critical acclaim at the Berlin Film Festival. Its about a gay couple who try to organise a pride event in the violently homophobic city of Belgrade.

Human Right's activist Peter Tatchell has claimed Whitney Houston was at her happiest when she was with her female partner, 20 years ago. Tatchell says he met Whitney, with her lover, in 1991 at an HIV fundraiser.

Actor, Matt Bomer came out this week. Bomer is due to appear in stripper movie 'Magic Mike' with Channing Tatum, made the announcement after winning an award at an HIV gala on Saturday.

Australian comedian, Magda Szubanski, who played Sharon Strzelecki in 'Kath & Kim' also came out during an interview on Australian talkshow, 'The Project'  this week. She also made a statement in support of gay marriage.

And finally, IAP Art are raising money for HIV charity, the THT by selling portraits of famous queer personalities including, Derek Jarman, Stephen Fry and jazz musician George Melly. You can browse and buy online at iap fine art dot com