


Spotlight Profile: James Earl Hardy
James Earl Hardy (born 1960) is an African-American author, playwright, and filmmaker who is best known for his contributions to LGBTQ+ literature and the black gay community. He was born and raised in New York City and has been active in the LGBTQ+ community for many...
Spotlight Profile: Billy Porter
Billy Porter (born 1969) is an American actor, singer, and playwright who is best known for his work in the entertainment industry as a performer and advocate for LGBTQ+ rights. He was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and raised in a musical family, where he developed...
Spotlight Profile: Countee Cullen
Countee Cullen (1903-1946) was an African-American poet and writer who was a leading figure in the Harlem Renaissance, a cultural movement that took place in the 1920s and 1930s. He was born in New York City and was raised in an orphanage after the death of his...