It’s International Women’s Day! As gay men, it’s an important thing for us to acknlowedge and respect. Many of us grew up supported only by women, whether they were our mothers, maths teachers or Madonna. In today’s society, women are still hugely discriminated against, in some ways more than gay men.
So in honour, we’ve made a list of our favourite women! We’ve tried to make it varied, but inevitably they all have one thing in common…they’re all FABULOUS.
Charli XCX
Charli is a great example of a confident, empowered, talented young woman, and she sets a great example for her legions of young fans. SUCKER was an absolute banger of a pop album, and now she’s starting her own record label, signing a host of other talented young women. Last year she made a great documentary for BBC3 about feminism in pop music.
Laverne Cox
Another formidably powerful woman! She’s overcome a lot of adversity and opposition to get to where she is today, and we applaud her. She’s best known for her role in hit Netflix show Orange Is The New Black, and she’ll be playing the lead role in a remake of The Rocky Horror Picture show, out later this year.
Hillary Clinton
Hillary Clinton is going to win the US election and by doing so, save the world. The alternative is too terrible to imagine. When she wins (not if, WHEN), she’ll become the first female president in history. Another major turning point for the history books of American and world politics. Hilary is a formidable force in all areas, but she’s possibly best known for championing equality and women’s rights.
Mutya Buena
Totes the best member of the Sugababes. She loves a hoop earring. Also, Song 4 Mutya, absolute banger.
Julia Davies
A complete comedic genius. Responsible for Nighty Night, a cult gay fave! In fact, the RVT are doing a screening of series one on the 16th. She’s got a new show coming out in a couple of months on Sky Atlantic called Robin’s Test, about three couples on holiday in Dorset. Knowing Julia it’ll be deliciously dark. Can’t wait!
Wendy Williams
Oh Wendy. A MESS. We love her! She says some stupid shit sometimes, but she’s entertaining, hilarious, and has some interesting and empowering views on the role of women and more than that, the role of black women. How you doin’ Wendy?
Stacey in Accounts
The only female in the QX office! She could (and frequently does) drink us all under the table. She likes holidays in Ibiza, salads from Pod, and yoga. Love you Stace! xoxo
