70s gay men

Unlike much of the publicly available photography taken at the first pride parade in and those that followed, these images were made not by a disinterested photojournalist but by someone.

But hardest hit, especially in those early days, were gay and bi men and the transgender women who had sex with them.

In the world of entertainment, particularly Hollywood, a few brave individuals emerged as pioneers, openly embracing their sexuality and challenging societal norms. This article delves into the lives and achievements of gay actors in the 70s, shedding light on their contributions and the impact they had on subsequent generations.

But when one particular look cropped up in the post-Stonewall gay scene of the s, it was so popular—and so distinct—that the guys who sported it were dismissed as “clones.” Inspired by.