Rachel Sanoff
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A look at how US sex education in public schools has evolved over the last 60 years and its impact on LGBTQ students
Sex-ed policy is decided by states, not the federal government, and has historically supported abstinence-only and anti-LGBTQ programming. → Read More
Attacks on Roe v. Wade aren't new—so why does this time feel so much worse?
Following new abortion restrictions in Alabama, Georgia, Lousiana, Missouri, and more, HelloGiggles spoke with pro-choice organizers on the ground in these states. They told us what we should know about the bans, and how we can effectively join the reproductive justice movement. → Read More
'90s kid nostalgia ruled the 2019 Met Gala red carpet
From Zendaya's Cinderella ensemble to Kacey Musgraves's Barbie doll inspiration, '90s kids saw lots of familiar looks on the 2019 Met Gala red carpet, which celebrated camp fashion. → Read More
These celebs went blonde for Met Gala 2019 and they're nearly unrecognizable
As Met Gala 2019 gets underway, some celebrities are using its camp theme to go platinum blonde on the red carpet. From Mindy Kaling to Kris Jenner, see these stars' unexpected looks. → Read More
All the hidden details of Lady Gaga's four Met Gala 2019 looks
At Met Gala 2019, Lady Gaga adhered to the camp theme by acknowledging her own campy style history with four different looks on the red carpet. See all the hidden details here. → Read More
9 romantic poetry excerpts to read when you want to feel the magic of love
Many of us are first introduced to the wonder of poetry through romantic poetry. From Nikki Giovanni, to Sharon Olds, to Pablo Neruda to Warsan Shire and more, we've compiled some of our favorite excerpts from romantic poetry. Read them all here. → Read More
How Broad City Made Its Audience Feel Cooler Than Other Shows Could
In the series finale of "Broad City," Abbi and Ilana tell each other that they didn't realize how cool they were until they became friends. From its depictions of Jewishness, anxiety, politics, and intimacy in friendship, Abbi and Ilana reflected their viewers and helped us feel cool, too. → Read More
Queer Eye's Antoni and Tan made us laugh for 30 minutes straight, and they'll make you laugh, too
Queer Eye's Antoni Porowski and Tan France hopped on the phone with HelloGiggles ahead of the March 15th premiere of the Netflix show's third season. → Read More
Diana Ross celebrated her 75th birthday at the 2019 Grammys like a living legend should
It's hard to believe that Ms. Diana Ross is turning 75 in March, but her performance at the 2019 Grammys is certainly the most appropriate way for the diva to celebrate. → Read More
Ariana Grande is bringing back the '00s accessory you probably dreamt of owning
In an Instagram story with her "Victorious" and "Thank U, Next" costar Elizabeth Gillies, Ariana vows to bring back the '00s Tiffany's accessory you begged your parents to buy you. → Read More
Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth are definitely maybe married, according to these pictures
While neither the potential bride or groom has confirmed it yet themselves, Miley Cyrus and Liam Hemsworth certainly appear to have gotten married this weekend, according to photos from their mutual friend Conrad Carr's Instagram stories. → Read More
The 2018 Kardashian Christmas card is here, but where is Kendall?
Kardashian Khristmas stans, you can finally breathe. It was touch-and-go for a minute there, but the hallowed Kardashian Christmas card of 2018 is here. But where's Kendall and mama Kris? → Read More
Sasha Velour explains how drag's optimism can change the future
As Sasha Velour says in the editors' note of her new art book, "There is no 'right' way to do or to even define drag." Velour talked to us about the complexity of drag, its ability to transform the future, and the power of a good pair of denim bellbottoms. Read our conversation with Sasha Velour here. → Read More
11 sweaters to wear to your office's Ugly Sweater Party if you want to rep your Jewishness
At a truly non-denominational Ugly Sweater Party that simply aims to celebrate winter holidays, obnoxious wordplay, and garish sweaters that you can only wear once, why not break out cheesy puns and proudly declare your Jewishness in one of these wintry ensembles? → Read More
These are the most restrictive abortion laws in the United States
Before the midterm elections on November 6th (in which three states will be voting on abortion-related measures), learn about the most restrictive abortion laws already on the books. Then, if you live in one of those states, be sure to vote for pro-choice candidates. → Read More
"Dancing Queen's" Alyssa Edwards Wants To Be Your Camp Counselor
Fresh off the release of her Netflix series "Dancing Queen," Alyssa Edwards is getting ready to be a celebrity camp counselor at Camp TAZO. Read our interview with the "RuPaul's Drag Race" alum about her new series, "Drag Race" memes, coming out of the closet. and more. → Read More
Dr. Christine Blasey Ford's most powerful quotes during the Brett Kavanaugh hearings
Despite being forced to publicly re-experience her trauma, Dr. Christine Blasey Ford testified in front of the Senate Judiciary Committee on September 27th, recounting her sexual misconduct allegations against Brett Kavanaugh. Here are some of the most powerful quotes from her testimony. → Read More
We ate at the Cheetos pop-up restaurant in L.A., and it was heaven on earth for snack lovers
HG's Editors tried the hottest restaurant in Los Angeles (quite literally)—celeb chef, Roy Choi's, Flamin' Hot Spot. The pop-up featured Cheetos food and décor. → Read More
This woman changed the Vans Warped Tour, and now she wants to change the music industry
Shira Yevin of Shiragirl created the male-dominated Warped Tour's women-centric stage when she crashed the tour in 2004. After the Warped Tour ended last month, the Shiragirl Stage had hosted more than 200 female-fronted and all-women bands. Shira talked to HG about changing the music industry for women. → Read More
Cardi B and Offset welcomed their baby girl, and her name is everything
Congratulations are in order: Cardi B has given birth to her daughter with rapper husband Offset. This is the Grammy-nominated rapper's first child, and Offset's fourth. → Read More