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Interview: America’s Paradiso Girl is Ready for the World
February 8, 2010 · Leave a Comment
They are energetic, sexy, fun, and – after a long two years in development – eager to share their music with audiences everywhere. Aria, Kelly, Lauren, Shar, and Chelsea are the Paradiso Girls. Hailing from five different countries (Barbados, England, France, Philippines, and the U.S.) and boasting three lead singers, a rapper, and a DJ this girl group is a unique new addition to the pop music industry and an entertaining act whenever they hit the stage. They have been compared to the Spice Girls and the Pussycat... [Read the full story]
News/Issues
This Week in Lesbian News…
February 8, 2010 · Leave a Comment
A Super Bowl advertising controversy, surprising support for the repeal of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell,” and the 22nd National Conference on LGBT Equality… It’s all that and more in a week of lesbian news… Victory for Equality in Maryland. On Wednesday (2/3), the Maryland House of Delegates Judiciary Committee defeated a bill that sought to reject recognition of same-sex marriages performed outside of the state. This now prevents the bill from going to a vote on the House floor. Obama and Clinton Speak Out Against... [Read the full story]
Events
LGBT Cinema & Industry Mixer: I’m With Cupid
February 8, 2010 · Leave a Comment
I’M WITH CUPID, taking place on Friday, February 12th from 7:00pm – 10:00pm, is the second annual Valentine’s Day-themed event presented by HOMOtracker, the powerhouse industry networking group comprised of gay and lesbian movers and shakers and the organization behind the bi-annual industry shindigs FallOut and SpringOut. All proceeds will benefit OUTFEST, which is the leading organization showcasing, nurturing and preserving lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender film images and artistry. Young gay Hollywood’s... [Read the full story]
Entertainment
Behind the Celluloid: The Making of “Following the Heart”
February 8, 2010 · Leave a Comment
BY SPENCER MAHONEY “Engaging the law, per se, is a scary predicament for people wishing to attain equality.” The above is one of the last sentences author and screenwriter Isabel P. Ball uses to finish the accounts of her story, a story that is currently being developed as an independent film. In many ways, this one sentence not only does a very good job of describing Miss Ball’s personal struggles, but it is also a universal sentiment felt by groups of individuals, time and time again, in various countries and... [Read the full story]
Travel
From Boycott Target to Self-Proclaimed LGBT Ally – What the Manchester Grand Hyatt Wants Gay Travelers to Know
February 8, 2010 · 1 Comment
Kelly Commerford is the Director of Marketing at the Manchester Grand Hyatt in San Diego. The Manchester Grand Hyatt is owned by Doug Manchester. Doug Manchester donated $125K in 2008 to the campaign that successfully banned same-sex marriage in the state of California. Proponents of same-sex marriage in the state of California (and beyond) have since boycotted the Manchester Grand Hyatt. Kelly Commerford, an openly gay man, feels that this boycott was misdirected and unfair. Here, we let him explain why. Cherry Grrl... [Read the full story]
Life/Style
Emily Dickinson’s 21st Century Makeover
February 8, 2010 · Leave a Comment
Emily Dickinson fans… meet Emily Dickinson’s number 1 fan: Jerome Charyn, the author of the new book, The Secret Life of Emily Dickinson. In his work, Charyn has written about Dickinson in her own voice, with all its characteristic modulations that he learned from many years of studying her letters and poems. His goal was to remove Dickinson’s own mysterious mask and reveal the passions and heartbreak of the person that he considers to be America’s greatest poet. Through this process, he examines her struggles with... [Read the full story]
Featured Favorites
“Anyone But Me” Returns!
The second season of the hit webseries Anyone But Me (ABM) premieres tomorrow night (12/15). This is a big deal – it is an extremely good show. For the unfortunate lesbians out there who did not catch season one of the series - which is from the Executive Producer/Writer team of Susan Miller (L Word and Thirtysomething) and Tina Cesa Ward, (In Their Absence) – here is a brief recap: Rachael Hip-Flores plays Vivian, a 16-year-old lesbian who has just moved to suburban Westechester from NYC because her retired firefighter father has 911 related health problems. Now living with her ...
Interview: Crystal Chappell Delivers with “Venice the Series”
Most of you already know this… but this past Friday evening marked the premiere of Crystal Chappell’s new webseries, Venice the Series. To say that there was some excitement leading up to the event would be quite an understatement. In September Chappell appeared on CNN and fans crashed the network’s website with their overload of questions for her. In May, Chappell opened a Twitter account and to date she has over 11,000 people following her. Venice premiered just 4 days ago and so far the YouTube channel that hosts it has received almost 90,000 views and 700 comments – ...
Interview: Out, Proud, and On a Mission – Tila Tequila
Her name causes a lot of people to think of things like overt sexuality, reality TV, internet obsession, and, more recently, manic personal confessions, online stripping, and domestic violence. Tila Tequila, a woman made famous via a strong commitment to various web platforms and a bisexual dating show, is far from America’s sweetheart. She is torn apart in the media, depicted as a promiscuous partier everywhere she goes, and – with the exception of her large and dedicated fan base – generally not trusted, respected, or, perhaps, understood. Her recent behavior has included filing a lawsuit against her ex, Shawne ...
Queen of “The Challenge:” Rachel Robinson Talks to Cherry Grrl
MTV viewers first met Rachel Robinson when she was just 19 years old and living on a RV - traveling across the country as a part of Road Rules. Not long into her time on the show, Rachel bravely revealed to her cast-mates, and all of us watching at home, that she was bisexual. She was openly affectionate with her girlfriend in front of the cameras and honest about her attraction to women, and because of that emerged from her time on the show a role model and inspiration for young lesbian girls everywhere. Years later, Rachel still has ...
Interview: Ayiiia Elizarraras Gets “Real” With Cherry Grrl
The Real World: Cancun’s Ayiiia Elizarraras may not be the first gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender person to have appeared on the now 17-year-old (22-season) reality series, but she certainly did make an impact on the show in ways that we haven’t really seen before. There have been many gay men cast, out lesbians have appeared in various seasons, and with Brooklyn’s Katelynn we even got to know a trangendered roommate. There have also been bisexual and bi-curious girls – wild threesomes and random kisses have become pretty common on just about every MTV show. What made Ayiiia stand out ...
Interview: Gloria Bigelow Talks Comedy, Coming Out, and More
Gloria Bigelow is quickly becoming one of the most popular lesbian comedians up on the stage. Her performances at gay events and top New York comedy clubs combined with her hosting duties on everyone’s favorite lesbian talk show, Cherry Bomb, have made her an in-demand talent that ladies everywhere want to learn more about. To help in that effort, Cherry Grrl caught up with Bigelow to discuss her career, listen to her coming out story, and more. Cherry Grrl (CG): So let’s just start at the beginning. When was it that you knew you wanted to be a comedian and how ...
Comedian, Actress, and “Big Gay” Entertainer Kate McKinnon Talks to Cherry Grrl
When she was a senior in college at Columbia University, earning her B.A. in Theater, Kate McKinnon was offered a spot on The Big Gay Sketch Show, Logo’s extremely popular gay sketch comedy show. Fans of the show – who love watching Kate perform as Fitzwilliam, the little transgendered boy from Switchinghamshire, and other creative and hilarious characters - quickly realized why Logo snatched her up so quickly. Those who haven’t yet seen her on The Big Gay Sketch Show, however, equally understand the appeal from catching her performances at the Upright Citizens Brigade in NYC and as co-host of ...
It’s a Lesbian Love Boat With Dani Campbell!
"A Shot at Love with Tila Tequila" never did end up becoming the lesbian reality dating show that so many of us had been waiting for. For two seasons we watched Tila put her suitors through ridiculous challenges and insincere make out sessions while everyone involved managed to embarrass themselves in one drunken way or another, and leave all viewers feeling just a little dirty for watching it all go down. However, amidst all the debauchery, the guilty pleasure did introduce us to one individual who stood apart from the rest for her genuine kindness, effortless charm, and constant poise ...
BETTY Rules Again with the Release of “Bright & Dark”
Alyson Palmer and sisters Elizabeth and Amy Ziff are BETTY - the pop rock band that has been entertaining many devoted fans since their first release in 1992. You have heard their music on television shows from The L Word (where they also were featured) to Ugly Betty; you may have caught their hit Off-Broadway show, BETTY Rules; and if you are lucky, you have had the chance to attend one of their unforgettable, unique, and amazing live shows. With “Bright & Dark,” BETTY has released their eighth recording and the album, produced by David Maurice (Kelis, DefJam), is being ...
Funny Grrl Cat Davis is on the Prowl for Laughs
In most instances, when a stranger pulls up next to you on the street and asks you to get in her car, it’s probably not a good idea. If that stranger happens to be the adorable and incredibly funny Cat Davis, however, you should definitely jump right in and go for a ride. In her popular vlog, “Cat on the Prowl,” the out lesbian comedian is on a mission to find a lady and when she spots one, the resulting date is an entertaining and creative show that displays Cat’s incredibly likeable personality, talent in front of the camera, and ...
CG Serves Up the Grrls of Top Chef: Las Vegas
The sixth season of the No. 1 food show on cable premiers this week and this season there will be two out lesbian cheftestants on Bravo’s hit series, Top Chef. Beginning on Wednesday, August 19 at 9 p.m. ET/PT, 17 new chefs will take on Sin City in Top Chef: Las Vegas to see if they have what it takes to become Top Chef. Among those 17 talented and brave individuals will be Ashley Merriman and Preeti Mistry – the newest members of the growing list of gay and lesbian contestants to have appeared on the show. Ashley is a 32-year-old ...
And Then Came Ashleigh… “Lola” Talks to Cherry Grrl
In And Then Came Lola – the much talked, highly praised, and increasingly popular new lesbian film currently making the festival circuit - Ashleigh Sumner plays "Lola." The film is funny, sexy, exciting, and enormously appreciated by the lesbian community – and so is its star. Despite being extremely busy these days with Lola – which also stars Jill Bennett, Cathy DeBuono, and Jessica Graham – and her career in the art world, Sumner recently took time out to talk to Cherry Grrl and fill our readers in on what it was like to be a part of the movie, ...
Cherry Grrl Interviews the Hilarious Erin Foley
She’s a hugely talented comedian with a style and wit that has earned her a spot as one of the most in demand and popular stand-up performers around and she’s a gifted actress whose impeccable comedic timing and ease in front of the camera has placed her alongside the most sought-after funny ladies working in entertainment today. Erin Foley is also openly gay and without a doubt one of the lesbian community’s favorite rising stars. From New York City’s comedy club circuit to her Gays R Us show at the Hollywood Improv and her upcoming adventure aboard the Sweet Cruise, ...
She’s Still The Best: Suzanne Westenhoefer Talks to Cherry Grrl
Before Suzanne Westenhoefer, an openly lesbian comedian had never appeared on “Late Night with David Letterman.” Before Suzanne Westenhoefer, no out lesbian had ever garnered an HBO Comedy Special. Let’s face it: before the hysterical Suzanne Westenhoefer hit the comedy scene in the early ’90s, the world was simply not nearly as funny. Now, it’s hard to find a female comedian who isn’t a lesbian. And leading the pack as one of the most successful and talented of them all, you will still find Suzanne Westenhoefer. Here, Cherry Grrl talks with the busy funny lady about her impressive career, her ...
Sandra Valls is on a Mission to Change the World – One Laugh at a Time
She can be found all over the country impressing audiences with her honest, high energy stand up and continues to leave viewers roaring with laughter from her hysterical performance in Showtime's The Latin Divas of Comedy and Logo’s One Night Stand Up. With appearances on various other television specials and a growing list of writing and producing credits, Sandra Valls has become one of the most well-known and respected lesbian comedians out there on the stage. Her fans know her for being an outrageously funny Latina comic who speaks openly about her life and being a member of the LGBT ...
Nikki Caster is Here to Entertain You
As one fourth of the extremely popular Cherry Bomb talk show team, Nikki Caster - the "engaging, edgy, earth girl" - has established herself as a respected voice and personality within the world of lesbian entertainment. On Cherry Bomb, Nikki - along with Tatum DeRoeck, Dalila Ali Rajah, and Gloria Bigelow - discusses all things of interest to our community and does it with a wit, intelligence, outspokenness, and coolness that has quickly earned her loads of devoted fans from all over the world. Taking her talents beyond the talk show format though, Caster has been keeping busy in the ...
Michelle Wolff Talks About “The 6 Month Rule”
The 6 Month Rule states that a couple should not move in together until they have been dating for at least 6 months. In her new short film by the same name, writer and director Linda Andersson takes a humorous look at some other things you shouldn’t do in the dating world: cheat, flirt with someone else right in front of your girlfriend, and try to set up two friends. Michelle Wolff stars in The 6 Month Rule as Nicki, who attends a party with her girlfriend but ends up becoming the object of Alex’s desire – despite the hostess’ ...
Get Ready for More FEED: Amanda Deibert Talks to Cherry Grrl
Earlier this year Cherry Grrl interviewed Mel Robertson - the extremely talented writer, director, and producer of the web series, FEED. The series stars Amanda Deibert as Maura, a news obsessed blogger who takes the media into her own hands when a video she’s posted online goes viral and threatens the lives of everyone in it, including her own and the members a new group of vigilante journalists who have formed to help her. Season 1 of FEED was a massive hit and with season 2 coming soon Cherry Grrl wanted to catch up with Deibert and discuss with her ...
She’s Elizabeth Keener and This is Her Interview with Cherry Grrl
So we all watched Elizabeth Keener play Dawn Denbo on The L Word and laughed along with her each and every time she entered a scene. On a show that had already established itself as groundbreaking, incredibly entertaining, and packed full of high quality talent, the introduction of Dawn Denbo and her lover Cindy managed to take it up a notch. In real life though, Elizabeth Keener is more like Shane than Dawn Denbo. She’s actually even more like Alice than she is Dawn Denbo. Keener is effortlessly cool, strikingly attractive, and has a sense of humor that you wouldn’t ...
Catching Up With the Hysterical Bridget McManus
Cherry Grrl first featured Bridget McManus back in August of 2008 and since then the talented comedian has been busy entertaining audiences everywhere with her live performances, roles in various shows and films, and hosting duties on the weekly comedy show, "Brunch with Bridget." All that and she still found time to get married in California before the passing of Prop. 8! Here, we catch up with the enormously popular star and learn more about her thriving career, thoughts on the gay marriage debate, and more. Cherry Grrl (CG): So, we last saw you out in Palm Springs at The ...
The Indigo Girls Deliver Again – Amy Ray Talks to Cherry Grrl
Two words come to mind when an Indigo Girls fan thinks about Amy Ray and Emily Saliers: “Thanks, y’all.” It’s the way they have been transitioning from one song to another at their shows for decades and it’s the most accurate way to acknowledge what they have done throughout their career. But with 10 major-label studio albums, a Grammy win and 6 nominations, a steady delivery of tours in all areas of the world, and an unwavering commitment to social, political, and environmental activism – thanking them doesn’t seem nearly good enough. The Indigo Girls truly are one of the ...
“We Have to Stop Now” Takes a Funny and Unique Look at a Complex Couple
"We Have to Stop Now" is a brand new web series about two lesbian therapists who are struggling to keep their romantic relationship together under some unique and challenging circumstances. The series stars two of the most popular out lesbian actors in entertainment today - Jill Bennett as "Kit" and Cathy DeBuono as "Dyna" - and brings viewers a truly original examination of what happens when you write a book with your partner about keeping a marriage together, then decide to get divorced, and then find out that the book became a best seller and a film crew wants ...
Sarah Bettens Shines in New Phase of Her Career
She’s an international alt-rock artist who has just released her second solo album as a follow up to her 2006 award-winning debut solo effort, "Scream," but Sarah Bettens is no newcomer to the lesbian music scene. As the lead singer of K’s Choice, Sarah established herself in the industry and picked up massive amounts of fans along the way. In fact, it’s pretty hard to find a grrl who doesn’t know the words to the band’s hit single, “Not An Addict.” Now, Sarah has taken her solo career to the next level and “Shine” is already receiving great reviews. Cherrygrrl.com ...
Lori Michaels Lives Her Life OUT Loud
Her fans call her "The Dyke Diva” for her ability to command any venue, electrifying stage presence, and singing and dancing talents that truly make Lori Michaels the complete-package entertainer. Cherrygrrl.com recently had the chance to learn more about this quickly rising star in the lesbian music scene and discussed her style of music, various types of performances, and coming out process - both personally and professionally. Cherrygrrl.com (CG): How did you first get started with music and performing? Lori Michaels (LM): I have been on stages since I was a kid - performing at my dance recitals. I started ...
Dana Goldberg Was Born To Be a Comedian
Dana Goldberg is the kind of comedian that you just know truly enjoys what she does. She makes people laugh and she does it with a positive and fun approach where her audiences laugh with and about her as she shares stories about her own life and family. On stage she is confident, yet adorable, and her jokes are intelligent and fresh. In an industry that is difficult for any performer, and even harder for a lesbian, Dana has made a name for herself in the LGBT community and beyond. Cherrygrrl.com recently got to know more about the funny lady ...
Jen Foster Brings Warmth and Intimacy to Music and Fans
When you listen to the award winning songs created by singer songwriter Jen Foster, you just get it. You get that for her, music is an outlet for expressing the complexity of life and for reflecting on the people, the relationships, and the good times and bad that we all know so well. There is a depth to her lyrics that has been recognized and appreciated with awards including the 2006 Song of the year from the Out Music Awards and the Best Female Entertainer from the Stand-Out Awards. Sweet, the new lesbian travel company that seeks to bring eco-friendly ...
Feloni – Not Your Average Lesbian Hip Hop Star
She’s a female in a male dominated industry. She’s a lesbian in a homophobic music scene. She keeps it “real” when others conform. She’s achieved great successes and done it independently. For Feloni, nothing has come easy, but with a strong sense of self, hard work, and honesty she has evolved into a gifted artist who is considered to be the “Godmother” of the "out" urban lesbian hip-hop movement. CherryGrrl.com recently discussed with Feloni her life, influences, and music and learned that speaking her mind isn’t something she saves just for her lyrics. Cherrygrrl.com (CG): How did you first ...
The Fresh Ten
Fresh Ten Reasons We Love Lady Gaga
Lady Gaga fans all over the world were devastated on Sunday evening as the Grammy for Album of the Year went to Taylor Swift. Social networks lit up with postings from “Lady... [Read more]
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Seen & Heard
Jane Lynch Engaged!
The New York Times The Carpetbagger blog has broken the news that Glee’s Jane Lynch, 49, will be tying knot with her girlfriend, Dr. Lara Embry, this May. The two met at a National... [Read more]
More Seen & Heard
- Amanda Seyfried and Julianne Moore Lesbian Love Scene
- Jillian Michaels Subtly Comes Out as Bisexual to LHJ
- Rosie O’Donnell Goes Public with New Girlfriend
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- First Look at “The Runaways”
- Tila Tequila Announces Engagement to Casey Johnson
- Portia Teaches Hasselbeck a Lesson on Gay Marriage
- Meredith Baxter Comes Out to Today Show
- GLAAD Defends Adam Lambert
- Natalie Portman Talks About “Extreme” Lesbian Scene
- Mandy Musgrave to Play Lesbian on “90210” – update
- Trouble for Rosie and Kelli?
- More From Megan Fox on Kissing Girls
- Gaga For The Gays!
Real Grrls
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A Real Grrl is a lesbian “grrl next door” who is doing something unique, interesting, creative, and – most importantly – something that they are proud of and want to share with others. Each week Cherry Grrl features a special reader… next week it could be you! Write to info@cherrygrrl.com to learn how.
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OUT on DVD
Girl Seeks Girl (Chica Busca Chica)
Forget Los Angeles…the lesbians in Madrid, Spain are where it’s at. Where there was Shane, there is now Nines. The comic relief of Alice has been replaced by the adorable Ana. The Planet is now the happening hotspot, Chica Busca Chica. Spain’s answer... Read More
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New Prop 8 Trial Video
Recent Posts
A Super Bowl advertising controversy, surprising support for the repeal of “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell,”... [Read more]
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- From Boycott Target to Self-Proclaimed LGBT Ally – What the Manchester Grand Hyatt Wants Gay Travelers to Know
- Emily Dickinson’s 21st Century Makeover
- LGBT Cinema & Industry Mixer: I’m With Cupid
- VIP Fave Q Movie Pick: Jill Bennett
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- Sweet Launches U.S. Voluntour
