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Judy Garland
Gay Icons: Judy Who?Queer, Isn't It?[16 November 2006] by Michael AbernethyOur choice for icons is about more than just high camp and melodrama; it's about who we are in a fundamental way.
Excellent article. I especially like how you discussed several icons while making it clear that different people respect different icons. You won’t find a Judy Garland or Barbra Streisand CD in my collection (although I think both women are incredibly talented), but you’ll see Bette Midler, Pink (who has been outspoken about accepting gays since her first release), Indigo Girls and others. Thoroughly enjoyed reading this. Comment by Tommy Marx from Portland OR — November 17, 2006 @ 2:29 pm Barbra is the Goddess of all Divas-period Comment by vince kind from park ridge — November 17, 2006 @ 4:53 pm Queer, Isn't It?
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Glad you brought up the subject! At 27 years old, I don’t fall into the “older” gay man category you write about yet I identify with the music of Tina Turner, Diana Ross, Donna Summer as a way of emotional expression. I always have...since 2 years old. You’re right—who’s considered an icon depends on who you ask. I’d include those women on MY list.
Comment by Christian John Wikane — November 17, 2006 @ 8:17 am