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Winona Ryder opens up to "BlackBook"
, Nov 6, 2009
The actress rarely gives interviews, but has a lot to say on her supposed rivalry with Angelina, the roles she's been offered and "Facehook."
AfterEllen.com visits the set of "Venice"
, Nov 4, 2009
Sarah Witness meets the cast just as Crystal Chappell and company wrap shooting on the first season of the new webseries.
L.A. Scene October '09: Gay Bingo, Lesbian Attack, and Honoring Wanda Sykes
, Oct 29, 2009

Sarah Witness plays gay bingo, braves a "Lesbian Attack" and attends the L.A. Gay and Lesbian Center 38th Anniversary Gala honoring Wanda Sykes.

Lesbian Halloween 2009 Part 2: Into the Deep
, Oct 29, 2009
We asked a panel of lesbian entertainers about their deepest, darkest and funniest fears.
Bea Arthur leaves $300,000 to LGBT youths
, Oct 28, 2009
The late Golden Girl donated some of her money to a New York safe shelter for gay homeless teens.
Styled Out: Lindsay Lohan, fashion victim?
, Oct 16, 2009
After bombing at Paris Fashion Week, the actress-turned-fashionista has her mother following in her shoes.
If money is power, these actresses are superheroes
, Oct 14, 2009
Forbes magazine lists the female stars who get the most return on a film's investment, including Naomi Watts and Rachel McAdams.
From bee charmers to ballers: Actresses who helped us come out
, Oct 12, 2009
Stars like Mary-Louise Parker, Sanaa Lathan, Parminder Nagra, and Meryl Streep helped the AfterEllen.com bloggers realize their attraction to women.
Celebrities Join March to Support LGBT Rights
, Oct 12, 2009
High-profile entertainers like Lady Gaga, Staceyann Chin, Cynthia Nixon and Kristin Chenoweth joined thousands of other men and women to express their support of LGBT rights this weekend at the National Equality March.
Wanda Sykes Mixes the Personal and Political in "I'ma Be Me"
, Oct 8, 2009
In a hilarious 90-minute HBO special debuting this weekend, the out comedian riffs on the Obamas, racial politics, coming out, and her relationship with her wife.
Let's officially start the "Hire Cheno Now" campaign
, Oct 2, 2009
Kristin Chenoweth was superb as a guest star on this week's Glee, so why doesn't she have a job?
Penelope Cruz can't decide between Scarlett Johansson and Charlize Theron
, Sep 30, 2009
The cover woman for the new Vanity Fair says she enjoyed kissing both women on film.
Michelle Williams talks to "Vogue" about taking care of herself
, Sep 18, 2009
The actress says she held strong for her daughter after Heath Ledger's death, and that gardening has given her a new outlook on life.
Unsung Heroines, Part 2: More Queer Women Who Deserve Their Own Biopics
, Sep 14, 2009
In the second article in our series, we outline and cast biopics that should be made about Natalie Barney, Angela Davis, Sheryl Swoopes, and Dorothy Arzner.
Actress Lisa Ray blogs about her battle with cancer
, Sep 9, 2009
The star of The World Unseen and I Can't Think Straight goes public with her cancer diagnosis in hopes of raising awareness about the disease.
Celebrities shut up (and strip down) for LGBT Equality
, Sep 3, 2009
Photographer Adam Bouska's "NOH8" project is premiering in Dallas this month with familiar lesbian and famous faces.
Jessica Simpson outs her dog and makes headlines
, Aug 28, 2009
Perhaps in need of some attention, the singer took to Twitter this week, saying her maltipoo and her best dog friend are "lesbian lovas."
The perks of being a "power lesbian" in London
, Aug 25, 2009
A column in the The London Evening Standard asks why the public is obsessed with the love lives of rich and famous lesbians like Mary Portas, Jeanette Winterson and Sarah Waters.
The Meryl Streep Effect and other unknown superpowers among today's leading ladies
, Aug 25, 2009
The legendary actress plays a huge part in boosting tourism and book sales based on her film roles. We have some ideas on more effects we'd like to see.
Models show off their natural beauty, no Photoshop necessary
, Aug 17, 2009
Fashion photographer Peter Lindbergh shows off women like Cindy Crawford without the touch-ups.
The summer of Jane Lynch
, Aug 7, 2009
With roles in new films like Julie & Julia and Post-Grad, a new TV series and several guest appearances, we hope that we'll continue to see the out actress on the regular.
7 Women to Watch at Comic-Con
, Jul 24, 2009
Lucy Lawless, Sigourney Weaver, and Eliza Dushku are just a few of Wired's picks for the "Women Who Will Rock" at the convention in San Diego this weekend.
Ultimate lesbian heroine poll forgets lesbians, heroines
, Jul 22, 2009
Angelina Jolie took the top spot but numbers two through 20 are a bit more puzzling.
Amy Adams tells "Allure" she was "bamboozled" with a girl-on-girl kiss
, Jul 15, 2009
The actress has a budding career with a new film co-starring Meryl Streep; so why is her 2000 Cruel Intentions sequel being talked about?
Emily Blunt wants to be a gay icon
, Jun 30, 2009
The actress who has played a lesbian teen says she's determined to become a gay icon.