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Celeb News: Which Diva is The Next Generation’s Great Gay Icon?
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Originally posted by Lily Gaga
With gay related I mean "talking about gays"..."do something for the community" etc. like GaGa did and is doing.
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To be considered a gay icon, you don't necessarilly have to be out there talking about the "cause" every other day.
A gay icon is a historical figure, celebrity or public figure who is embraced by many within lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) communities
Beyoncé is clearly a gay icon.
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I don't think it's fair to box it in like that. Some people are going to prefer Beyoncé some are going to prefer Gaga, everyone has a slightly different taste in music and different people and different music will speak to them. It's not as simple as, who is the biggest gay icon.
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Originally posted by MissTina
Beyoncé is clearly a gay icon.
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Being considered a gay icon is an HONOR.
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A lot of strong women become gay icons, and yes it is an honour.
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Um...is there any question? GaGa has been the most outspoken about her dedication to the gay community....
Why does this thread exist?
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Originally posted by itstotallybea
I don't think it's fair to box it in like that. Some people are going to prefer Beyoncé some are going to prefer Gaga, everyone has a slightly different taste in music and different people and different music will speak to them. It's not as simple as, who is the biggest gay icon.
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Yeah but we're not talking about which musicians the gay community loves the most. We're trying to determine which musician/celebrity is out there, doing things for the gay community. Drew Barrymore is a prime example of a gay icon because she was out there, fighting Prop-8.
It's not just about having a gay following, it's about being an ally of the LGBT community.
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Originally posted by GaGaFan
Um...is there any question? GaGa has been the most outspoken about her dedication to the gay community....
Why does this thread exist?
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I agree, she has been an important gay activist recently but there is a difference between a gay activist and a gay icon. I'd say Kylie, Britney, Gaga, Beyoncé and STILL Madonna are the biggest gay icons.
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Originally posted by ashuduff
Yeah but we're not talking about which musicians the gay community loves the most. We're trying to determine which musician/celebrity is out there, doing things for the gay community. Drew Barrymore is a prime example of a gay icon because she was out there, fighting Prop-8.
It's not just about having a gay following, it's about being an ally of the LGBT community.
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In that case, in the last while Gaga has been really doing stuff,
Britney hasn't really done much but play in Gay clubs, I'm not aware of Christina or Miley actually campaigning against prop 8. But Britney and Christina are still most definitely gay icons.
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Originally posted by itstotallybea
In that case, in the last while Gaga has been really doing stuff,
Britney hasn't really done much but play in Gay clubs, I'm not aware of Christina or Miley actually campaigning against prop 8. But Britney and Christina are still most definitely gay icons.
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Yeah, Lady GaGa
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Beyonce is a gay icon to MANY (and most certainly to me )
And as for her views on gays (as if it hasn't already been established)
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In a recent article with gay magazine Instinct, she reveals that she had a very close relationship with her gay uncle, and that despite her strict religious upbringing, she's always embraced gay people. "I was raised by my uncle who passed away with Aids a couple of years ago. He was my mother's best friend. He brought me to school every day. He helped me buy my prom dress. He made my clothes with my mother. He was like my nanny. He was my favourite person in the whole world. I never mixed Christianity with how I felt (about him). I am about faith and spirituality more so than religion, doing right by others and not judging." She also said that she'd have no problem if she had a son who turned out to be gay. "(I'd say) I love him for the person he is with no expectations back."
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http://www.afterelton.com/blog/2006/...nces-gay-uncle
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I think most people in the music industry would support equal rights for the LGBT community, I think tolerance and an open mind is needed in the business.
And Beyoncé is undoubtedly a gay icon, she is a beautiful strong woman.
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They all are, it just depends on who certain people look up to.
Pink is a gay icon for those into rock music, Miley for younger people and childrem, and Britney, Beyonce and Gaga for pop.
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Originally posted by Satellites
FAIL, what the hell do you call her millions of gay fans, INCLUDING myself. What do you call her choreographers or her dancers..... what do you call her videos... just because she doesnt kiss girls and go around licking ***** doesnt mean she isnt gay related.
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exactly..especially the choreography part..
beyonce clearly a gay icon its not even question..LOLLL at some people saying shes not
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Originally posted by caerbayn
Beyonce is a gay icon to MANY (and most certainly to me )
And as for her views on gays (as if it hasn't already been established)
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In a recent article with gay magazine Instinct, she reveals that she had a very close relationship with her gay uncle, and that despite her strict religious upbringing, she's always embraced gay people. "I was raised by my uncle who passed away with Aids a couple of years ago. He was my mother's best friend. He brought me to school every day. He helped me buy my prom dress. He made my clothes with my mother. He was like my nanny. He was my favourite person in the whole world. I never mixed Christianity with how I felt (about him). I am about faith and spirituality more so than religion, doing right by others and not judging." She also said that she'd have no problem if she had a son who turned out to be gay. "(I'd say) I love him for the person he is with no expectations back."
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http://www.afterelton.com/blog/2006/...nces-gay-uncle
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Originally posted by itstotallybea
I think most people in the music industry would support equal rights for the LGBT community, I think tolerance and an open mind is needed in the business.
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Tolerance & acceptance =/= a gay icon.
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Originally posted by ashuduff
Tolerance & acceptance =/= a gay icon.
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There is a big difference between a gay icon/activist. A gay icon is someone that:
is a historical figure, celebrity or public figure who is embraced by many within lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) communities.
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Originally posted by MissTina
There is a big difference between a gay icon/activist. A gay icon is someone that:
is a historical figure, celebrity or public figure who is embraced by many within lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) communities.
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I'm sorry but I don't accept that. Janet Jackson, Madonna and Cher are the only three celebrities with a page devoted to their gay icon status on Wikipedia. Tell me when Bey does.
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