Black, Queer & Fierce
Scroll through our latest photo gallery, inspired by Moonlight’s historic win at the Academy Awards, and LGBTQ stories highlighted during Black History Month.
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FRANK OCEANThe first mainstream black male hip-hop artist to come out - Frank made history in 2012 by sharing his sexuality and a tender love story on Tumblr. #respect
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STROMAEThis Belgian musician and fashion icon shot to fame with ‘Alors on danse’ - while he may not identify as gay, he smashes perceptions on gender. #queer Musician
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KEITH BOYKINNow a commentator for CNN - Keith made history by setting up the first ever pow-wow between the POTUS (Clinton) and the LGBT leaders of the day circa 1993. #fiercebitch Author, Broadcaster
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ANDRÉ LEON TALLEYOne of the most famous Vogue editors - André has fabulous career credits, from working for Andy Warhol to mentoring Jennifer Hudson. André is Black, Queer & Fierce. Fashion Journalist
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RUPAULA man who defines female beauty in other men, a woman who slays in heels and witty rapport - Oh Ru, is there nothing you can’t do? #hero Gender Illusionist
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BIG FREEDIAThe Queen of Bounce is a man with a purse and a wig - She prefers female pronouns and is out and proud, but her art transcends boundaries, 'Bounce' is for everyone! #twerk Musician, Performer
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LAVERNE COXPossibly the most famous trans woman on earth - this heavenly beauty brings class, style, and vigor to the globe. Laverne is an artist and an activist. #doublewin Actress
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ALVIN AILEYAmerican Dance Theatre founder - Alvin was creating inclusive dance groups in 1960’s America. #smoothmoves Choreographer