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He does look a little 'mo'

In the News – Shakespeare had a little Shakes in his step, right?

A new portrait of the playwright, Shakespeare, was unveiled this week in London. The 400-year-old painting was described as a “pinup” and has the Macbeth-scribe (had to come up with something…) with rosy cheeks, a poofy shirt, and looking rather modest.

Some are calling it a fake. Others are hailing it as the picture that will be worth way-more-than a thousand words. The trust that was holding the portrait claims that it might even open up the debate surrounding Shakespeare’s sexuality. See the portrait comes from the family of descendants of the Earl of Southampton… who was believed to be an inspiration for Shakespeare’s best loved work.

You know, in a directing class in college, I took a scene from Taming of the Shrew and cast it with all males. I knew I was on to something… It certainly would shake up some curriculum’s if middle-America knew that the most famous playwright that everyone studies and reveres was, “one of us…”

Up in the Whitehouse – Everyone’s a Critic

Everyone wants to make a headline these days criticizing what our heads of state and bank are doing to balance the wild and deepening financial crisis. The latest critique? Czech President Vaclav Klaus. Who? Exactly. I didn’t know Czechoslovakia (thanks, spell check) was a bastion of financial strength. Okay, we will let him have his quote. “I am therefore convinced that fighting for freedom and free markets, something we always appreciated here in this country (the United States), remains the task of the day.”

But may I ask, what’s your job security? And what’s your 401K at? Exactly. One word, Mr. Klaus – hush.

Poppy Culture – When Oprah Speaks, You Listen

When I said, no one really listened. Who am I anyway? But when Oprah says it, you best be listening.

“He WILL hit you again,” is the message the Queen of Everything is telling Rhianna. As we know Chris Brown went “Chris Brown” on Rhianna – smashing her face in so severely she was unrecognizable in those TMZ photos. And, the silly girl has decided to reconcile with the bash-tard.

Good for Oprah because I think a lot of people will follow what she says. Now, will Rhianna? The girl is losing street cred amongst fans. I, for instance, have taken “Disturbia” off the workout playlist. It hurts too much to hear.

MUSIC – Lily Allen

I had written Lily Allen off after “Smile” became too cheesy and overplayed (that’s a message to YOU Katy Perry. I remember how awesome you were at the Mercury Lounge a long time ago… sigh.)

And then I really hated her after her GQ Awards incident with Elton John where she told him to “F off!” No one tells Elton to “F off!” Well, she did.

And then she came out with It’s Not Me, It’s You which are the exact words that I say every time I break up with someone. I have to say, I’m liking you again, Lily. And this track is hot:

In her Tampa concert, the lights went out on Britney, and that’s when she dropped the a very vulgar word (you know, the one that’s a synonym for cat). FYI – we are posting it while it’s at 254 views – so you know, we get this stuff when it’s fresh.

This image has nothing to do with the post. I just thought everyone could use a little Unicorn on Monday AM.

Get used to this layout of post. It’s how it’s going to be – sort of. Still a work in progress. I just thought if I gave everything to you clearly and concisely – you’ll a) read it b) retain it c) pass it on d) pass it on.

In the News

Around the globe eyes were on California as judges debate Prop 8. See, normal people want Prop 8 overturned – crazy lunes (including 52% of California) – want it to stay. Including good ol’ Kenneth Star – remember the Esquire who tried to impeach Clinton when he lost his cigar in an intern? – who was up in Sacramento spitting this rhetoric:

The people do have the raw power to define rights. The people are sovereign and they can do very unwise things, and things that tug at the equality principle.

Well, he said it himself – people can do very unwise things – like vote Prop 8 into existence.

David Shannon Minter, the leader for gay advocates, said that a majority to define what happens to a minority, would subvert the system. Uh, j’agree. Here’s Shannon:

A simple majority cannot be permitted to take away rights from a historical disadvantaged minority without substantially altering the very operation and purpose of equal protection and the court’s ability to fulfill its core constitutional function of enforcing equal protection.

Stay tuned. Reports have it that the CA Judges grilled both sides – but perhaps took aim a little too harshly at the pro-gays… are they trying to just do what the public would what them to do even though the judges themselves are pro-gay marriage (they previously voted 4-3 for it, awhile ago, allowing 1800 couples to wed) OR are they changing the tide and want us to remain a silenced, upset minority forever?

Okay – three reasons gay marriage should be approved – 1) Isn’t CA bankrupt? Has anyone thought of the tax revenue and new business opportunities that would come up if they approved it? 2) It’s a Human Rights issue. Google it. I have nothing more to elaborate. 3) It’ll give young gays something to look forward to. I’m done attending my (straight) friends weddings and buying them $200 gifts full-well knowing at this stage, it ain’t ever going to happen for me… MAKE IT HAPPEN. Curtsie. Curtain.

Up in the White House

We’ll make this one quick and easy. I can’t talk about the economy. It makes me want to stick my head in the toilet.

Rush Limbaugh (full disclosure – Pride Radio, owned by Clear Channel, Premiere Radio, syndicates Rush’s program) has been catching the spotlight for some recent remarks he made about Republican Party leadership to which those leaders caved and gave Rush the unofficial title of Leader of the douchebag Republican Party. Rush in turn, challenges Obama to a debate, on his show. Good idea, no?

Robert Gibbs, White House Press Sec., had this remark when asked if Obama would participate in Rush’s chest thumping debate: “It may be counterproductive, I’ll give you that. Look, are there days in which I just turn my television off? Yes. I wish I had a radio. Maybe I should just hook my iPod up.”

Yeah, take that radio, NO ONE listens to radio anymore! Right?

Gibbs is eating his foot today. Clear Channel Radio gave the Press Secretary a truck-load of radios… portable, desktop, and others, so the man could join the 235,000,000 people that listen to radio and all the personalities on them – including his boss, Obama, who gives a weekly address on ABC Networks (Isn’t this akin to telling your boss, “I don’t listen when you speak”?). Clear Channel said, “We’ll even help him download Clear Channel’s iheartradio mobile app to his smartphone!” Guess what? Maybe Gibbs will listen to Pride Radio on his iPhone’s iheartradio application – yes, we are there!

Now, where is the strong gay radio personality that can amass the audience Rush has? Come on. Why do the conservative, white, straight men own the radio waves? Give US a national platform and let us challenge people to a public debate!

Poppy Culture

I’m all over Rhianna like Chris Brown’s fist – awww – too soon. Mr. Brown appeared in court today where he was charged with counts of assualt and harrassment. The 19 year-old, Double-mint endorser could face up to 4 years in jail.

And the judge had this to say – Mr. Brown, you are not to annoy, harass, molest, threaten or use force or violence against anyone.

Why do I have a feeling that Chris is going to get away with doing a few hours of volunteer work? Dominick Dunne – will you expose him for the girlfriend-beater he is and tarnish his reputation?

Music

Right now it is all about Slumdog Millionaire’s win from the Oscars. The movie soundtrack is number 4 on the Billboard charts. Personal favorite? “O Saya” with the insane M.I.A. rap in the middle.

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The ‘King of Pop’ made an audience in London, and viewers on the internet (including me) wait 90 minutes for a 1 minute press conference.  He was introduced by his PR rep to a score of fans who are still sticking with him after all these years. The big reveal?

These last ten shows – performed only in London – will be his last. Yeah, Cher tried to do the same thing.

Want to go to the shows? Visit MichaelJacksonLive.com – this may be your last opportunity… until he realizes how little ten shows bank.

In the midst of trying to get the gayest of news to you all, I wanted to mention, Michael Jackson is having a LIVE press conference. It’s going to start like, NOW. WATCH IT HERE

If you miss it. We’ll let you know what he says. Is he going on tour? Retiring? Teaming up with Janet (oh please let it be that!)? Or admitting something?

There’s a new blogger in town.  Sadly, our old blogger got eaten by the bearish economy. In all serious – he was amazing… truly he was. So hopefully, all I can do is try to fill last season’s shoes with this season’s news.

Stay tuned. Read Gayly Daily.

In the meantime – I’m hooked on J.Lo’s Hooked on You – have you heard it? Turn it up.

When watching this speech, think of all the other winners year after year who are just a mess up on that Oscar stage. Then there is Dustin Lance Black who rise to the occasion like few I have ever seen.

Here is part of his backstage remarks…You can hear me asking the second question at the 1:08 mark. His reaction and enthusiastic hello is something I’ll always cherish.

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