Hundreds Gather to Celebrate Marriage Ruling  
In West Hollywood on Thursday evening, hundreds of people came together to celebrate the California Supreme Court ruling on same-sex marriage. Photos by Susan Goldman. |
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Let them eat cake!
On Thursday night, a sea of exuberant people filled San Vicente Blvd. in West Hollywood, just south of Santa Monica Blvd., to claim a slice of history for themselves.
Nearly a thousand people—people from all over Southern California —captured the world’s attention as media outlets from around the globe recorded their elation to the California Supreme Court’s decision to legalize same-sex marriage in the state.
“Today, the Supreme Court said, “let them eat cake!” And, so, we shall,” exclaimed Lorri L. Jean, chief executive officer of the L.A. Gay & Lesbian Center, who, along with her partner of 16 years, cut a sliceof the beautifully adorned wedding cake that was topped with a rainbow and a California flag.
In an emotional ceremony, the flag of the “golden state” was carried on stage to join the flags of the other six governments, both state and national, that already recognize the marriage of same-sex couples. |
Representatives from various LGBT and legal organizations, including Lambda Legal, NCLR and government officials and clergy all elicited cheers, and even some tears.
Overflowing with renewed hope for the future, the evening came to a close with the Gay Men’s Chorus singing “It’s a Brand New Day.”
Center CEO Lorri L. Jean addresses the crowd
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Afternoon Press Conference - Photos by Susan Goldman
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Evening Rally - Photos by Susan Goldman -
lostlala@aol.com - available for wedding photography |
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Your Story = Your Ticket to L.A. Pride |
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A fabulous parade, an array of community organizations and a party-packed weekend—the fast-approaching L.A. Pride is a high-energy celebration that brings thousands of LGBT people together.
You could win two VIP tickets to the L.A. Pride festival, courtesy of Christopher Street West; just take a few minutes and tell us your story of LGBT pride for a chance to win.
In Los Angeles magazine will select several stories to appear in the Pride issue of the magazine and all stories will be published on our website. |
Just answer the question (in 250 words or less): During what moment in your life have you been most proud to be a part of the LGBT community?
Did you swell with pride when you screwed up all your courage and came out to your mother?
Was it the magical night you met your partner? A community leader’s rousing speech advocating equality?
Whatever your LGBT pride story, we want to hear about it!
Submit your story by May 20. |
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Women's Night All About 'Glitz, Glamour, Girls' |
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An upscale venue, incredible auction items, hot dance music … and hundreds of women.
Those ingredients combined to make Women’s Night—held Saturday at The Music Box @ Henry Fonda Theater in Hollywood—a deliciously chic celebration.
More than 600 lesbians, bisexual women and their supporters attended the star-studded event, that raised more than $210,000 for the Center’s services for women.
Actress Rosanna Arquette, who presented Sharon Stone with the Special Board of Directors Award, called it an evening about “glitz, glamour and girls.”
“I promise you, you will be married,” Stone vowed in her acceptance speech. |
Actresses Rosanna Arquette (The L Word) and Sharon Stone (Casino, Basic Instinct) at Women's Night.
“(If) you have a partner, they are your spouse, whether the government knows it or not.”
Out musician Linda Perry was also honored; the openly gay music industry powerhouse received the Creative Integrity Award.
Click here to see more photos from Women's Night. |
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