Michael James

Writer at Star Observer

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Drag Race Legend Ginger Minj Reveals Autism Diagnosis As A 'Blessing'

1 week ago | starobserver.com.au | Michael James

Four time Drag Race legend Ginger Minj has revealed she discovered she was autistic in a very unexpected way. Although she had her suspicions it wasn’t until very recently that she found out her diagnosis. The news helped her approach her latest run on All Stars 10 in a new light, something she sees as a blessing now. Whilst it always seems like drag has been a superpower for Drag Race star Ginger Minj, it seems she’s embracing her latest diagnosis as her true superpower.
Trans Health Survey Reveals Transphobia As Barrier To Care And Cause Of 'Detransitioning'

1 week ago | starobserver.com.au | Michael James

The largest survey ever conducted on transgender lives in the United States has revealed the impacts of transphobia on decisions around transitioning and detransitioning for members of the community. The results counter many misconceptions about the experiences of the transgender community and a provide a comprehensive insight into the lived experiences of the transgender community.
Alex Greenwich And Mark Latham Return To Court Over Workplace Conduct Claims

1 week ago | starobserver.com.au | Michael James

Alex Greenwich and Mark Latham are set to return to court again, with Homosexual Vilification and Workplace Sexual Harassment proceedings beginning today. It follows the previous legal battles between the pair, which started in 2023. Most recently, Latham was ordered to pay Greenwich over $500,000 in costs and damages after the court ruled that he had defamed Greenwich on social media.
Drag Race Philippines Slaysian Royale Reveals Gag Worthy Guest Judges

1 week ago | starobserver.com.au | Michael James

With Drag Race Philippines All Stars season of Slaysian Royale finished filming, World Of Wonder have started teasing their upcoming judging panel. And this line up of gag worthy judges has got everyone excited for this world first season. So who will be sitting at the judges table on Slaysian Royale? Since World Of Wonder announced the news of the Drag Race Philippines Slaysian Royale fans have been speculating about who would appear on the show.
Katy Perry Shouts Drinks At Surprise Gay Club Appearance In Melbourne

1 week ago | starobserver.com.au | Michael James

Katy Perry has made a surprise appearance at a Melbourne gay club overnight. Fans were shocked when the singer appeared at the Melbourne club, Poof Doof after her Rod Laver show on Saturday nightThey were even more shocked when she made the announcement she was shouting drinks for everyone. After her performance at the Rod Laver arena on Saturday night it seems Katy Perry wasn’t ready for the party to finish.
Drag Race Winner Monét X Change Joins Very Queer Cast Of The Traitors

1 week ago | starobserver.com.au | Michael James

Drag Race All Stars winner Monét X Change is leading a very queer cast on the latest season of The Traitors in the US. The Drag Race star joins other queer icons from shows such as Survivor, The Bachelor and Masterchef. However fellow Drag Race and The Traitors Alumni Peppermint is calling out the show for their lack of trans inclusion. The Traitors has fast become a widely popular reality television show with international spin offs in multiple countries.
Andrew Christian To Close Underwear Brand Citing Fast Fashion And Politics

1 week ago | starobserver.com.au | Michael James

The iconic queer underwear brand, Andrew Christian, is set to close after operating for nearly thirty years. After making the announcement this week Christian spoken out about the reasons for the closure of his brand. In 1997 Andrew Christian started out with his own clothing line before eventually branching out in underwear in 2006. Since then the brand has taken off for Christian as it has become well known and marketed to the gay community.
Drag Race Star Utica Queen Joins Project Runway

2 weeks ago | starobserver.com.au | Michael James

Another Drag Race star has made the reality TV leap onto another show, with Season 13 alumni Utica Queen announcing her latest venture. Utica, the undisputed design queen of her season is making the move to Project Runway this July. The was unveiled as part of the official cast this week. Utica has been unveiled as part of the cast of the 21st season of Project Runway, with host Heidi Klum also returning as host to the iconic fashion design reality show.
Mothers Are Calling for Urgent Reform After IVF Error Leads To Youth Suicide Attempt

2 weeks ago | starobserver.com.au | Michael James

In a powerful plea to the federal government, two Australian mothers are calling for urgent legislative reform of the nation’s fertility industry after claims that an 11 year old boy attempted to take his own life following the discovery of a IVF error.
Come To Daddy Crowns Their First Drag King In The Key To The Kingdom Competition

2 weeks ago | starobserver.com.au | Michael James

Brisbane LGBTQIA+ bar Come To Daddy has crowned the winner of their very first drag king competition, The Key To The Kingdom. After six weeks of competition and five different categories that saw seven talented kings take to the stage a winner has been crowned. Come To Daddy have crowned Stephan Lee Knott as their very first winner of The Key To The Kingdom in a thrilling competition in Brisbane overnight.