Damn publicists!

I don't know what Lindsay's publicist, Leslie Sloane-Zelnik, was thinking when she refuted Lindsay's confirmation of her romantic relationship with Samantha Ronson, going on TVGuide.com to tell them that there was no confession. She said that Lindsay was just referring to their clearly platonic relationship. You'd have to be insane to think they were dating! Stop extrapolating from clearly doctored photos and saying they're lesbians! Pervs!

Sigh... though I admit that Lindsay didn't have a typical "coming out" on Loveline, she definitely stated a relationship with Sam, but in the way that a straight couple would. There was no sugarcoating, no beating around the bush. Just simple words that meant "me and Sam are together". Not only are they together, they have been "for a very long time." Heard it from Lindsay myself! (found the recording for when she and Sam were on Loveline)

But geez. Publicists must not consult their clients before making statements, because Neil Patrick Harris's publicist tried to refute his coming out too. I don't understand trying to cover up their clients' sexuality or love life, when clearly the clients themselves can admit to it. Are their publicists homophobic or something? Well, maybe not... But either way, they are freakin' MAD sometimes! There's no denying the pictures, what Lindsay said on Loveline, and no denying that Lindsay and Sam are a cute couple.

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My conclusions:

• I don't think that Lindsay came out as a lesbian, bisexual, or what have you. I think she just came out and said she's with Sam, no labels included.
• I love that first picture of the two of them. I love both of them actually. Lindsay and Sam are so good together. Sam's obviously a positive force in Lindsay's life.
• Sam does not have an English accent, boo hoo. But her voice is still nice...
• I'm a creep.
  

Oh happy days in Hollywood! Happy like... gay! Hur hur hur.

Of course the pun was intended, though very poorly executed. In case anybody forgot, "gay" is synonymous to "happy" and yes, this is another coming out story! It is going to be a shocker, I tell you. Hold on to your seat so you don't fall out...

American Idol runner-up of the second season, Clay Aiken, has finally said it: "Yes, I'm Gay". The People magazine cover is the proof. He shares the cover picture with his beautiful son, born on August 8th, 2008, "conceived via medical intervention with his 50-year-old 'best friend,'" according to Yahoo! news. I don't get it either.

There has always been speculation over Aiken's sexuality and Aiken said he felt quieted by his largely female fan base, afraid he would lose his support. However, his new baby boy was his inspiration to come out, because he doesn't want to raise a child "to lie or to hide things". How wonderful!

LGBT visibility in Hollywood is so valuable to the movement and it's grand that more and more people are coming out, especially people that are famous. Clay Aiken has become a great icon in the community because not only is he openly homosexual for all the world to see, he is also a gay parent. Good job, good job, Clay!

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My conclusions:

• Give Clay and his kid a fruit basket.
• So what was that song "Invisible" really about?
• First Lindsay and Samantha come out, now Clay! The world's guessed their sexuality before they came out with it, so I think that the next person will be... Richard Simmons. I mean, seriously. Those shorts gave away a lot more than what he had down there. *cringe*
• The Pride parade better be big this year.
  

No more hiding?

Actress Lindsay Lohan, 22, and her constant companion, British DJ Samantha Ronson, 30, were for the past few months, the subject of speculation over their relationship, presumed to be romantic. After months of denying the rumors, Lohan and Ronson called into the L.A. Loveline radio show to discuss their feelings over the plane crash that killed four and injured Travis Barker and DJ AM. Although unrelated, DJ Ted Stryker decided to wrap up the interview by commenting on their relationship, asking how long it has been. Quite casually, Lohan responded, "A long... a very long time." Before they concluded, he wished the two luck, saying he wished them luck and she thanked him.

Although this is not a typical "coming out" and it still leaves many with questions, it is obvious that Lohan and Ronson are deeply involved in each other. There are many pictures of them, walking hand-in-hand, attending public events side-by-side, and even kissing. The two of them on Lindsay's MySpace also attacked Sarah Palin's anti-gay stance. Even though they had been in the public eye, they had not verbally expressed whether they were indeed girlfriends, until now.

The LGBT movement has many iconic figures, but Lindsay and Samantha are now one of the youngest "out" lesbian couples. It is brilliant that they have decided--even if it is unintentionally--to be advocates for the movement. With help from them and others, the movement is helping triumph over homophobia and furthering the fight for civil rights. Hollywood is becoming a great tool against intolerance with many shows including gay/lesbian storylines and celebrities like Ellen DeGeneres and others.

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My conclusions:

• I like Lindsay Lohan again.
• Assuming that since Samantha is British, she must have an accent. Awesome.
• Samantha Ronson remixed Kerli's "Walking On Air". Totally awesome.
• Jenny Lewis's Acid Tongue has been released. Must get.