Ricky Martin, who opened up about his homosexuality earlier this year, has revealed that he struggled with his sexuality as a child as well. He said he was forced to flirt with female fans of his boyband Menudo when he had strong attraction towards men. The ‘Livin” La Vida Loca’ hitmaker admited hiding his true [...]
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Adam Lambert “E! True Hollywood Story†Nov. 21
October 27th, 2010 |
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Set your DVRs, Glamberts: Glam rocker Adam Lambert will be the subject of an all-new editon of The Entertainment Television docu-series E! True Hollywood Story airing Nov. 21. The American Idol runner-up dishes the deets on sexuality, growing up in San Diego, backpacking it across Europe as a singer, and some of the most controversial [...]
Helen Mirren praises Lady Gaga, Miley Cyrus for claiming their sexuality
June 22nd, 2010 |
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Dame Helen Mirren has praised pop stars Lady Gaga and Miley Cyrus, insisting she is “thrilled” that young girls are embracing their sexuality. Mirren admitted that she struggled to use her own sexuality as power in her early career, until her outrageous role in movies like 1969””s Age of Consent – in which she exposed [...]
Ke$ha Bisexual?
January 5th, 2010 |
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Ke$ha has raised questions about her sexuality after refusing to confirm her orientation.
Ke$ha — whose slightly-catchy single “TiK ToK” is a breakout hit — is remaining coy about whether or not she enjoys the company of women, but she’s ignited speculation about her sexual preference after admitting her views on the subject are blurred.
“I [...]
Eva Mendes uses her sex-symbol status to secure film roles
November 12th, 2009 |
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Actress Eva Mendes has revealed that she turns on her sexuality when she needs to secure film roles.
Mendes, 35, admits she’s not afraid to use her sex-symbol status to get what she wants.
“I don’t allow myself to be typecast, but when I have to turn up the heat and turn up the sexuality and I [...]
Sexual healing
July 30th, 2009 |
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Is my husband gay?
When I met my husband and we were exploring our sexuality I realised he could get pleasure from anal sex. He admitted to a couple of same-sex relations, but he told me it was something he didn’t want to try again. At that time I felt adventurous and was happy to explore but he refused. Now, eight years on and with two young children, I do not feel “adventurous” (or “sexual” at all), but he suddenly wants madly to explore this path. I feel that this is unfair when I do not have the energy. But if I satisfy his desires, will I then be stimulating his gay tendencies? Or, if I refuse, will he look elsewhere? Is he really a gay man hidden in a heterosexual relationship?
You don’t have to worry about your husband’s sexual orientation. Same-gender experimentation is quite common, and indicates a desire to fathom one’s sexuality rather than “being gay”. As for anal sex, many people find this erotic and pleasurable. Nevertheless, it is understandable that, right now, you are not in the mood. Put aside your worries about your husband’s orientation and have a frank, relaxed discussion with him about your current lack of erotic energy. Let him know you would like to please him but are not quite up to it now. When you feel more energetic, you may decide to give it a try. But do not martyr yourself, and never allow yourself to be coerced into something you simply don’t fancy. Anal sex is not for everyone.
• Pamela Stephenson Connolly is a clinical psychologist and psychotherapist who specialises in treating sexual disorders.
• Send your own dilemma to Sexual Healing. Email private.lives@guardian.co.uk. Sexual Healing is opened up for comments at guardian.co.uk/lifeandstyle
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Pioneering gay writer Harris dies
July 26th, 2009 |
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Bestselling US writer E Lynn Harris, a pioneer of black gay fiction, has died at the age of 54.
A former computer executive, Harris turned to writing and published his own first book before signing a deal.
Many of his novels, 10 of which made it on to the New York Times best-sellers list, dealt with the experiences of the gay African American man.
No cause of death has yet been given, but he fell ill on a business trip in Atlanta and could not be revived.
Harris wrote his first book in 1991, drawing on his own struggles with his sexuality.
‘Revealing accuracy’
His other works included A Love of My Own, Abide With Me and his memoir What Becomes of the Brokenhearted.
Gay advocate Herndon Davis called Harris a "pioneering voice" within the black lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender communities.
"Harris painted with eloquent prose and revealing accuracy the lives of African American men and the many complicated struggles they faced reconciling their sexuality and spirituality while rising above societal taboos within the black community," added Mr Davis.
His latest novel, Basketball Jones, was published in January, while another book was due for release in October. </p
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I find the idea of sex repulsive
July 16th, 2009 |
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I find the idea of sex repulsive
I have been told that a friend of mine was in pornographic movies when she was 18. I’m 23 and think I’m open-minded, but I am shocked. I grew up in a family where any talk of sex was banned. I have never had a serious (sexual) relationship and view sex, and particularly pornography, as animal-like and repulsive. The only girl that came close to being my girlfriend practically had to force me to sleep with her. How can I become more at ease talking about sex and perhaps even begin to enjoy it as a normal human activity rather than a necessary evil?
Our sexuality encompasses not only our biology but also our psychological makeup, early learning and experiences, our culture, our religious beliefs – and especially the messages we received about sex from carers. Like many other people, you have grown up with negative messages about sexuality, and these have formed your beliefs. With a background that taught you that “sex is dirty and sinful”, no wonder you are shocked to hear that a friend has willingly participated in erotica.
More serious is your inability to enjoy sex as normal and pleasurable. To change this, you will have to do some learning and healing. I recommend that you read enlightening books about sexuality, such as the new Joy of Sex. Try to discuss sex with your peers, and listen carefully to their thoughts and feelings about sex. A good sex therapist can help you gain greater comfort with both subject and practice.
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