Attitude UK
EUROPRIDE AND PREJUDICE
As Belgrade prepares to host EuroPride in September, Martijn Tulp explores its fundamental role in the battle for LGBTQ+ rights in Serbia
8 min |
July/August 2022
Attitude UK
Paradise Found
Mauritius is a lush island oasis with a melting pot of languages and cultures. Attitude's travel editor meets some of its LGBTQ+ residents to uncover what life is really like here
9 min |
July/August 2022
Attitude UK
THE LONG, LONG MARCH
The first Pride parade in London 50 years ago was preceded by hundreds of years of struggle, with sexual liberation at its core. David McGillivray looks back at its multifarious history and some of the brave pioneers who risked their lives for wanting to be themselves
10+ min |
July/August 2022
Attitude UK
SHE'S GOT ATTITUDE - Christine Quinn
Ever wonder where Mean Girls' Regina George is now? If, in 2004, she was 16, she'd be in her early 30s now... and Selling Sunset's Christine Quinn is 33. Just saying. But how fabulous - or fabulously rude - is Netflix's queen of mean? We investigate...
3 min |
July/August 2022
Attitude UK
FLIPPING THE SCRIPT
Attitude meets the dynamic cast continuing Russell T Davies' LGBTQ+ legacy (and giving viewers a Queer Eyeful) in Peacock's sexually explosive new show about resilience, self-acceptance and chosen family
10+ min |
July/August 2022
Attitude UK
Dating? We all make mistexts
Today, I met up with the hottest man who has ever wanted to go on a date with me. A gorgeous face, a body like Hercules, a winning smile, an abundance of talent and charm - the jackpot. He may actually be the best-looking man I've ever seen in real life.
3 min |
July/August 2022
Attitude UK
I'M JUST A HOLE FOR... THE TOXICITY OF TOP AND BOTTOM CULTURE
Let's face it: Drag Race's conveyor belt of bottom-shaming jokes ("Ross Mathews isn't a top, he's a blouse" Bosco, SE14) are probably part of the problem. From "dom tops" to "no bottoms", does the gay male power imbalance of who fucks who fuck us all over in the end?
10+ min |
July/August 2022
Attitude UK
I make Russian state propaganda
RAINBOW WORLD | Sergey* on life as a closeted gay man and Russian propagandist in Moscow
3 min |
July/August 2022
Attitude UK
DRIVER FOR CHANGE
In an Attitude exclusive for Pride month, Aston Martin's four-time Formula One World Champion, Sebastian Vettel, talks putting his foot down about anti-gay prejudice as Hungary PM Viktor Orbán and Saudi Arabia's King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud watch on
10+ min |
July/August 2022
Attitude UK
A Cut Above
David McGillivray meets Swan Song star Udo Kier, the legendary, openly gay actor you may never have heard of
5 min |
July/August 2022
Attitude UK
You are not alone
Attitude celebrates the work of LGBT+ youth charity Allsorts Youth Project, which provides support and a sense of community for young people who are questioning their sexuality or gender identity, and their families
6 min |
July/August 2022
WOMAN - UK
50 years of Pride
We’re seeing history being made – but how much have things really changed?
6 min |
June 20, 2022
Attitude
KYIV: UNDER SIEGE
What is it like to live in a war zone, to be in constant fear for your life and your loved ones as your city is decimated before your eyes? Attitude meets three Ukrainians who remain in Kyiv, resolute in their determination to support their country in the face of the Russian invasion: artist Daniel Skripnik, Kyiv Pride director Lenny Emson, and Firebird actor and straight ally Oleg Zagorodnii*
10+ min |
May/June 2022
Attitude
SEA OUR FUTURE
The theme is 'Westwood shipwreck', as Bimini talks green (and blue) issues with BBC wildlife presenter Dan O'Neill and two LGBTQ+ activists making eco waves
10+ min |
May/June 2022
Attitude
Top of the class
Making the leap from popular webcomic to TV, Heartstopper is one of the year's most anticipated shows. Expectations may be high, but its young cast are more than ready as they tell Attitude what it was like bringing the characters to life, while its creator Alice Oseman discusses the importance of proper LGBTQ+ representation
10+ min |
May/June 2022
Attitude
Snaps chat
He didn't set out to be an archivist. But Stanley Stellar became one by default. He took photos of gay men in New York City when the queer scene wasn't of much interest to other photographers. David McGillivray interviewed him to find out more...
10+ min |
May/June 2022
Attitude
La vie en rose
James Clark explores the southern French destination of Toulouse, aka the Pink City, to explore its meandering terracotta streets, hidden courtyards, gourmet food and friendly gay scene
5 min |
May/June 2022
Attitude
OFF THE HOOK
Carefully curated tunes and a no-phones policy give Glasgow's Hot Mess night an electric atmosphere
4 min |
May/June 2022
Attitude
COMING OUT ON TOP
The first openly gay pro-wrestler to win a championship, AC Mack talks about his success, coming out and fighting against racism and homophobia
10 min |
May/June 2022
Attitude
LIVES ON THE FRONTLINE
With the help of Kyiv Pride executive director Lenny Emson, photographer and reporter Ilvy Njiokiktjien travelled to the city of Lviv in Ukraine to meet the LGBTQ+ community in a country fighting for its survival against an unrelenting Russian invasion. In these testimonies they reveal how they are fighting for hope and freedom
10+ min |
May/June 2022
Transliving
The Finellis Interview
January saw the launch of the acclaimed and award-winning The Finellis Movie. Richard from Transliving was able to see an advance copy and speak (via zoom) to the producer and lead actor Mark Janicello, who plays the main character Tony Finelli, and to transgender actress and activist Kim Tatum (also known as Mzz Kimberley), who plays Eva Klein-Gutiérrez.
7 min |
Issue 75
Transliving
Nora Simone Interviews Michelle Hirsch
Imagine yourself walking a fashion-show runway. Booming music, photo-flashes, and hundreds of strangers scrutinising your every detail: wardrobe, hair, movement... everything!
5 min |
Issue 75
Transliving
TRANSFIGURED PHOTOSHOOTS - SUPERMODEL FOR A DAY
We girls spend hours creating a look, doing our makeup and hair, choosing the outfit and matching accessories... and sometimes we like to have that look or ‘creation’ photographed, so we can use it for social media, share it with friends or just look back at it whenever we feel like. And I personally like my photos to be taken by someone with creativity, taste and professionalism...That is something I know I can get at TRANSFIGURED PHOTOSHOOTS.
2 min |
Issue 75
Attitude
Genesis GV80
It's not yet a year since the first cars bearing the Genesis brand turned a wheel on UK soil, but remember the name. The GV80 flagship is the Audi Q7 or BMW X5 you always wanted
3 min |
May/June 2022
Transliving
A MAKEOVER AT TRANSLIFE
My name is Sarah Wirthner, the Lady in Black, a 67-year-old crossdresser living in Berkshire.
2 min |
Issue 75
Attitude
3 of the best...Gay Sailing Trips
Italian friends Sergio and Kendall are the masterminds behind Italy Gay Travels, a company that organises gay tours, events, and bespoke tailor-made trips in Italy.
1 min |
May/June 2022
Transliving
A STYLE OF MY OWN: Christina Saint Marche
“Being a woman is as much a state of mind as it is a glamorous and feminine look. And if you seriously want to turn that illusion into your new reality, you have to be organized!”
3 min |
Issue 75
Attitude
"I'm a provincial gay, not a metropolitan gay" – Luke Pollard
During a day spent with Luke Pollard, the MP for Plymouth Sutton and Devonport, Jamie Tabberer questioned the hardworking, publicly gay politician about his take on transphobia, LGBTQ+ equality in the regions and his love for Lego. It's no wonder Pollard has carved a deserving place in his native city's affections...
10+ min |
May/June 2022
Transliving
A TRIBUTE TO APRIL ASHLEY
In late December 2021, TS icon and pioneer died aged 86. Regarded as an icon by most of the TS community, she was made an MBE by the Queen in 2012.
8 min |
Issue 75
Transliving
FAZELYN JAAFAR - MISS TRANS GLOBAL MALAYSIA 2021
Last December, at the grand finale of Miss Trans Global 2021 pageant, beauty queen Fazelyn Jaafar was crowned ‘Countess Global’ (for placing in the Top 4).
1 min |