Many of you sent in similar Ask Billy questions.  The first in my pouch was from Harry in Chicago, who asked, “Who is that cute boy from that TV court show being sued by his father for the cost of conversion therapy?”

Brace yourself – he’s an actor!  The incident in question took place on Equal Justice with Judge Eboni K. Williams.  All the people on the show are actors, and not particularly good ones (ditto for the writers).  And before you ask, Eboni ain’t no judge – but she is a lawyer.  The incident before the “judge” concerns a father who sent his son to conversion therapy.  The son stopped going, so dad is suing his son for the $6K bill.  The son (called Michael Talbert in this dramatization) recounted the sessions.  “They said that I was cursed, said that I was going to hell, and called all of us there monsters, that we were unworthy, and that we needed the program to fix ourselves.”  That’s when Judge Eboni left the bench to go and hold Michael’s hand – if this were Caso Cerrado, they’d also be playing a beautiful song (and it would also be in Spanish).  “Young man,” said Judge Eboni, “You are not cursed.  You are as loved and as worthy, Michael, as your father, your mother, and everyone else who gets the privilege to reside on this earth, young man.  I don’t care what your daddy says.  I don’t care what some stupid conversion therapy says, which is nothing but a bunch of hoopla and a scam and a money-grab for young, vulnerable men like yourself.  I see you.  You are valuable.  And Michael – you are perfect.  You are perfect in the eyes of God.”  Cut!  Print it!  Send that tape to the Emmy Nominating Committee!  If you can’t wait, you can watch every melodramatic moment on BillyMasters.com.

When I’m judging TV “judges”, it’s definitely time to end yet another column.  You know what?  I’ve been David Geffen.  Ich bin ein Geffen.  I may not have beauty or riches to trade.  But, damnit, I’m Billy Masters and you can read me on BillyMasters.com – the site that won’t ask for a prenup!  If you have a question for me to ponder (or pounder), send it to Billy@BillyMasters.com and I promise to get back to you before Kate Jackson’s bangs grow out.  Until next time, remember, one man’s filth is another man’s bible.

Pintauro doesn’t have the most unlikely gig.  That honor goes to Pink (or P!NK), who got an offer that even took her aback: “When I was asked to host the Tonys, I immediately thought, ‘I have to get permission from my daughter.’  I’ve never been on Broadway, and shouldn’t you have to have been on Broadway in order to host?  That seems fair and right.  But when I asked my daughter, she was really excited about being able to have a ticket to go to the Tonys, so I’m hosting the Tonys and I’m really, really, excited and very nervous because that girl is a tough crowd!”

I expect many awards for the recently-opened revival of Arthur Miller’s Death of a Salesman – starring Nathan Lane.  Sure, it stars lots of other nifty folk (including Laurie Metcalf), but it is Lane who will likely reap the plaudits for a portrayal every critic is calling masterful.  It could also be his swan song.  When a reporter asked his future plans, Nathan said, “Oh, Jesus, who the hell knows?  This could be my farewell to Broadway.”

I was in New York City for a workshop of Jenifer Lewis’ latest one-woman show.  This was an invitation-only event with limited capacity, so I was told to pick my companion with care.  Actually, what Jenifer’s message said was, “There Will Be No Riff Raff”, which I propose would make a great title for the show!  I chose the perfect companion – Charles Busch.  Well, Jenifer and Charles have a mutual admiration society, and it was a convergence of almost Biblical proportions.  Jenifer was ably assisted on the keyboards by the incomparable Marc Shaiman (you have read his memoir, right?  Juicy!).  The story of Jenifer’s near-death experience in Africa (and her miraculous recovery) is ripe for the stage.   I’ll keep you posted.

I zipped back to Boston for the world premiere of Matthew Lombardo’s new play, When Playwrights Kill, which takes its genesis from his experience with Faye Dunaway as Katharine Hepburn in his play, Tea at Five.  Lombardo has a knack for clever dialogue and peppers his script with bitchy quips alongside more introspective moments.  The cast could hardly be bettered.  As the titular playwright, Matt Doyle is an adorable and earnest lad pushed to the brink.  As the Faye surrogate, Beth Leavel leaves no inch of scenery un-chewed.  She also brings more humanity than one would expect.  Lots of well-deserved praise is going to scene-stealer Tomás Matos.  But the cast’s secret weapon is Marissa Jaret Winokur.  As the stage manager, she’s almost the Greek chorus seeing everyone’s truth (but not necessarily hearing it).  Marissa can get a laugh with a look that anticipates exactly what the audience is thinking.  Boston got every inside joke and gave the show a standing ovation.  It continues at the Huntington Theatre through April 18^th.  Check out WhenPlaywrightsKillBoston.com.

We like to think that the wealthy and beautiful have it made.  But over the years, this column has revealed all that glitters is not gold.  Last week, David Geffen proclaimed an end to his two-year marriage to “model” (I think that’s the acceptable term) David Armstrong (aka Donovan Michaels).  Allegedly, their divorce settlement has been finalized (details not to be disclosed).  But this week, my sympathies are with Geffen.  He’s never lacked “companionship”.  So why marry Armstrong?  And without a prenup!  What promises were made?  What deal was brokered?  Geffen is not a stupid man.  I’m inclined to believe he leapt because he was in love.  Maybe he’s just an 83-year-old man worth $8.7 billion trying to be happy.  Who’s at fault?  Who’s to blame?  Who knows?

What a brilliant segue into a story about Danny Pintauro – who is not wealthy, but who starred on Who’s The Boss?  Believe it or not, Danny has something in common with Geffen’s ex.  David Armstrong is known for having an impressive package (which can be seen on BillyMasters.com).  Danny’s also delivering packages…for Amazon!  This is not his first “civilian” job – he previously sold Tupperware (forever answering the question, “What do Danny Pintauro and Dixie Longate have in common?”).  Last week, Pintauro posted a photo in full delivery mode: “The entertainment business has been soooo slow, so I’ve been doing what a lot of people do – figuring it out, showing up, and taking the work that’s there while I keep building the work I really want.  38 packages today!”   I’m sure Armstrong has also had 38 packages in a day, but that’s a whole different type of package!

“When the show was number three, I thought it was our acting. 
When we got to be number one, I decided it could only be
because none of us wears a bra!” 
– Farrah Fawcett-Majors (as she was billed at the time) shares her
theory on the success of Charlie’s Angels to TV Guide in 1977.

Charlie’s Angels recently celebrated its 50^th anniversary (the premiere actually took place on September 22, 1976).  PaleyFest LA essentially featured a Season Two reunion (a similar event takes place at The Paley Honors event in New York on May 14^th).  Onstage were Kate Jackson, Jaclyn Smith, and Cheryl Ladd being interviewed by local anchor George Pennacchio.  Smith summed up the success of the show: “Three women chasing danger instead of being rescued from danger.”  Kate, who pitched the show to Spelling, said “We made an impact, I think.”

But what did the press talk about?  How the ladies looked.  Jaclyn Smith caused the least chatter – most felt she looked well rested and “refreshed”.  Cheryl Ladd was judged to be “enhanced” with fillers.  And then there was the reclusive Kate Jackson.  As recently as last summer, she’s turned up for all public appearances in a surgical mask.  So even if you paid for a photo with Kate Jackson, you looked like you were on the set of Marcus Welby!  Unmasked at the Dolby Theatre, some speculated she had bad face work.  Others wondered if she had a stroke.  One plastic surgeon said her cat eyes and high forehead suggested she had a brow lift.  Might I suggest bangs?

Hours after turning up for the Euphoria Season Three premiere at the Chinese Theatre in Hollywood wearing a see-through blouse and no bra (I’m sensing a trend), Natasha Lyonne was on a plane bound for New York.  As it was taxiing, flight attendants discovered her passed out.  She explained on Twitter: “I took a Lunesta once seated, to ensure some shut eye on the Delta One red eye flight to NYC.  Boarded seamlessly with just a backpack and sneakers, eager for a nap.  Plan was to be bushy tailed & beauty rested, as I was meant to head straight to glam for a slot with our beloved @DrewBarrymore upon landing.  Was looking forward to seeing Drew & an in depth convo, but I guess ICE had other plans & I was detained instead.  Sign of the times, I guess.  Thanks for all the love and support.  Never had a problem with Delta or TSA workers.  Apologies to any travelers who were delayed.”

I can’t imagine anyone having a problem being bedfellows with Tyler Hanes (I will save my history with him for the book).  The Hallmark hunk is headed back to the stage, but admittedly further off Broadway than his previous endeavors.  This latest venture just began previews at the Marriott Theatre outside of Chicago.  He’s taking on the role of Elvis Presley in what is being termed as a “bio-musical”.  Heartbreak Hotel focuses on Presley’s life just before his 1968 comeback and includes about forty Elvis hits.  Hanes as sexy Elvis?  Sign me up!  The show runs through May 31^st.  Get details and tickets at MarriottTheatre.com.

I suppose it was an inevitability, but an off-Broadway production has been announced called Heated Rivalry: The Unauthorized Musical Parody.  It got my attention because one of our favorites is taking on the role of Ilya – Jay Armstrong Johnson.  As Shane, we have Jimin Moon, who I am not familiar with, but they both look hot in the photos.  I’m told one of the highlights is a quasi-Greek chorus extolling the virtues of “gay hockey players with big butts”.  For the record, I’ve always enjoyed every inch of JAJ, but never thought of his ass as particularly large.  Given his notable appearances in Broadway Bares, you can check him out on BillyMasters.com.  The musical opens on May 12^th at the 5^th Floor Theatre.  More details can be found on HeatedRivalryParody.com.

Time for yet another almost predictable Ask Billy question.  Gerry in Los Angeles writes, “I keep hearing about some film Connor Storrie made about his ass.  What do you know about it?”

Well, I wouldn’t say it’s about his ass, but it surely figures prominently in this endeavor.  It’s called Look Behind You.  Get it?  Behind?  Anyway, it’s directed by Nia DaCosta, who was Connor’s “date” at the Oscars.  It was released by Verizon – stay with me, I’ll explain.  The four-and-a-half-minute short opens with Storrie, playing himself, arriving alone at a secluded home (dare I say, a cottage).  He uses his Verizon phone to unlock the door.  Suddenly we hear a crash of music, and he runs to turn off the stereo.  Then the alarm goes off.  He checks the doors to make sure they’re locked.  Suddenly the landline rings – but nobody’s there.  The lights go on outside, and he hears the automation say the doors are unlocking.  He checks his phone to find a text message saying, “I’m coming for you” and then “I’m here.”  He approaches the door and…well, just watch it on BillyMasters.com.

When we’re bringing you Connor’s crack and Jay’s johnson, it’s definitely time to end yet another column.  Like our subjects, this column was overstuffed and long.  You can always get more by checking out BillyMasters.com – the site that never scrimps on size.  For your more personal needs, just do what Tyler did when he was just a tyke.  Drop a note to Billy@BillyMasters.com and I promise to get back to you before Kristi’s husband competes on RuPaul’s Drag Race.  So, until next time, remember, one man’s filth is another man’s bible.

While promoting Project Hail Mary, Ryan Gosling revealed that one of the biggest inspirations as an actor came from the daytime drama Days of our Lives.  “When Marlena, Deidre Hall, gets possessed…it was an incredible acting class.”  When Hall heard about this, she went online and extended an invitation.  “Hi Ryan, this is an open invitation to visit the Days of our Lives set.  Nobody will be possessed.”   In record time, Gosling responded.  “Deidre Hall, are you kidding me?  Yes, I will be there to thank you in person for being my OG acting inspiration.  It wasn’t Marlon Brando in On the Waterfront, it wasn’t DeNiro in Taxi Driver.  It was you.  I’m not worried about the possession.  I’ll say a Hail Mary before I get there.  I’ll be fine.  See you on set.” 

In case Deidre Hall and Ryan Gosling weren’t strange bedfellows, let me direct your attention to Daniel Radcliffe, who is currently knocking ‘em dead with Every Brilliant Thing on Broadway.  Since this is a solo show (with copious amounts of audience participation), the casting of his replacement is tricky.  Someone with the right set of skills was needed.  Drama, comedy and improv.  Naturally, the first person who came to mind was…Mariska Hargitay!  This will mark Hargitay’s Broadway debut.  It should be noted that her mom, Jayne Mansfield, made her Broadway debut in 1955 at the tender young age of 22.  When Mariska takes over on May 26^th, she’ll be 62.

We interrupt this column to bring you a message from Scott Baio: “When my wife says that people are trolls towards her and our daughter, she’s not lying.  Let me be clear…its a shame that people (especially women) tear down my daughter’s prom pictures.  Bailey is a natural born blonde with blue eyes, like her mother.  They are both born natural blondes.  Bailey highlights around her face since moving to Florida.  If you watched the movie Courting Mom & Dad she had to have her natural blond hair darker to ‘play’ my daughter.  (Ironic, right).  So please, stop being mean towards my daughter.  Stop it!”  I think the younger Baio’s hair looks fine.  But, who picked out that hideous prom dress?  Doesn’t she have any gay friends?  With Chachi as her dad, I’m guessing no.

The last thing I would expect Nicole Scherzinger to do is reunite with The Pussycat Dolls.  After a triumphant run in Sunset Boulevard on Broadway and in London – to say nothing of a handful of concerts in London, New York and Los Angeles – one expected her to be looking forward, not back.  Then came word that the Dolls were reuniting…as a trio, consisting of Scherzinger, Kimberly Wyatt and Ashley Roberts.  Wyatt explained, “The Pussycat Dolls have always been known for an ever-changing line-up.”  Nicole added, “After 20 years, you’re like, ‘Where is everybody?’  But for us, it aligned.”  Where they were was sitting home.  Original member Carmit Bachar says she was not invited.  Jessica Sutta said she didn’t know about a reunion until it was announced.  The PCD Forever tour will make its only LA stop at the Outloud Music Festival, which is part of WeHo Pride.

One of the years I hosted LA Pride, we had En Vogue as our headliners – and we had the four original members (fans know members come and go from this group with alarming regularity).  The ladies are touring this summer with TLC and Salt-N-Pepa, and we hear either Salt or Pepa or Spinderella had an issue with Rhona Bennett, who has been with En Vogue since 2003.  But now, Rhona is suddenly out and founding member Maxine Jones was back for the first time since 2012.  Everyone is saying it’s all just happenstance, but I ain’t buying it.  Anyway, this is the trio…for now.  Before you ask, I don’t know if Dawn Robinson is still living in her car.  I’ll get back to you.

“I would never have approved.  She sticks out so much
above the waist.  She was totally wrong to play me.” 
– Kim Novak shares thoughts on the casting of Sydney Sweeney in her proposed biopic.

Last week, the Ohio House of Representatives passed House Bill 249, which is called the Indecent Exposure Modernization Act.  It would outlaw people from wearing clothes and makeup designated for the opposite gender.  Now, of course, who is this targeting?  The bill does exclude performers in a “venue”, but woe be unto Gene Simmons if he tries to go to the concert hall in his KISS regalia.  Or Jared Leto from throwing on a bit of guyliner.  Or Adam Lambert from…well, even leaving the house!  But we stress that at this point, it’s not a law.  If Schoolhouse Rock taught us nothing, we know that it’s just a bill, yes it’s only a bill, and it’s sitting there on Ohio Capitol Hill.  It’s not yet a law.  It can hope and pray that it will, but today it is still just a bill.

I surely hope Kristi Noem’s husband isn’t planning to change planes in Cleveland anytime soon.  And, “change” is the operative word.  The story everyone who isn’t in the Cabinet is talking about is the photos of Kristi Noem’s husband.  If you don’t know, I’ll explain.  Bryon Noem – who is barely a looker as a guy – is dressed in some kind of leotard top stuffed with some enormous fake boobs (complete with nipples) and pink stretch pants.  He’s allegedly into “bimbofication” (which means exactly what you think) and has a penchant for interacting with online webcam girls.  Lydia Love, who works on CamSoda, said Bryon was a submissive who paid about $25/minute.  “He would try to talk more feminine.  His kink was yoga pants.”  However, Love said it could be very frustrating because he was not very good at being submissive.  With a wife like Kristi, that actually surprises me.  It should be noted that in 2022, when Mrs. Noem was governor of South Dakota, she signed an anti-trans bill into law.  At the time, she cited a study that over 90% of trans people are depressed.  When asked about this, she said, “That makes me sad and we should figure it out.”  I’m kinda surprised she didn’t recommend taking them outside and shooting them, but I guess she limits that punishment to four-legged creatures.  BTW, when this story about her hubby broke, Kristi asked for “privacy and prayers”.  The words “you reap what you sow” spring to mind.

We have time for a very quick Ask Billy question.  Darren in NYC asks, “I just caught the first episode of SNL UK.  Who was the cute guy who played Princess Diana?”

That would be Jack Shep, who is 25 years old and openly gay, which I’m sure comes as no surprise to any of my readers.  He started out doing skits on TikTok as a teen and has been working steadily.  He’s the youngest cast member on SNL UK and, while he did several skits in the premiere episode, his “Shy Di” in The Last Supper of David Attenborough went viral.  The following week he topped himself (if that’s possible) by playing the former Prince Andrew.  Needless to say, you can see both on BillyMasters.com.

When someone can play both Prince Andrew and Princess Diana, it’s definitely time to end yet another column.  Talk about range.  Of course, you can find a whole range of content on BillyMasters.com – the site that is truly versatile.  If you have a question, send it along to Billy@BillyMasters.com and I promise to get back to you before JoJo Siwa is cast as Grizabella!  Until next time, remember, one man’s filth is another man’s bible.

We interrupt this column to bring you a message from a real diva: “It has been an honour to sing and entertain my fans for over 70 years…At this point of time, I’m sorry to say, that due to up-and-coming hand surgery, I will no longer be able to reply to fan mail.  We kindly request for you to avoid sending vinyls, personal items and photographs, as we will be unable to post them back to you.  Your support has been incredible.  Every single letter I have received has been an honour.  All my love, Dame Shirley Bassey.”  Such a cold finger!

Another diva is poised to make a comeback.  Celine Dion is reportedly planning to return to the concert stage this fall.  Prior to the pandemic and her Stiff Person Syndrome diagnosis, Celine was scheduled to do a series of concerts at the Paris La Defense Arena as part of her Courage World Tour.  So it’s fitting that she’s planning on fulfilling those engagements as her return.  Last week, the City of Lights was canvassed with posters listing the titles of Dion’s songs.  We expect an announcement for the September and October concerts any time now.

Someone else is leaving the spotlight.  Dionne Warwick claims that her latest release will be her last.  DWuets is made up entirely of Diane Warren songs (Diane and Dionne both share the “DW” initials) and is produced by Warwick’s son, Damon Elliott.  But fear not, Warwick says while she’s bowing out of more recordings, she plans to continue to do intimate live dates.

By the by, Dionne told our pal Sherri Shepherd that Teyana Taylor has been signed to a biopic about the singer’s life.  Warwick said, “After meeting her, I said, ‘Oh, my, that’s my alter ego.’”  She also praised Taylor for speaking her mind and having no filter. 

People have been asking me if Sherri Shepherd has any plans once her talk show wraps.  She’s in the midst of her nationwide comedy tour (the full schedule can be found on SherriShepherd.com).  She’ll also join forces with Robin Roberts’ production company on a Lifetime film called Angel in the Rubble, which is based on Genelle Guzman, who was the last survivor pulled from the 9/11 rubble.  Sherri will not only be an executive producer on the film, she’ll also star as Genelle.  It will air in September to commemorate the 25^th anniversary of the attack.

Last week, previews began for the Broadway revival of The Rocky Horror Show.  As you know, the production is led by a very sexy Luke Evans as Frank-N-Furter, who in the released photos seemed to be wearing a black Lycra, high-thigh-cut bodysuit with a fishnet body stocking.  But in the video we got from one of the first previews, we can see the show indeed ends with him in a sexy corset and a black leather jock strap which quite clearly shows his penis bouncing about.  And, of course, you can follow the bouncing bob on BillyMasters.com.

We recently reported that Lea Michele will be leaving the Broadway production of Chess on June 21^st (days after she wins – or loses – a Tony Award).  When someone told me Lea would be replaced by JoJo, I was appalled.  Surely if there is anyone I’d like to see less in Chess, it’s JoJo Siwa.  Therefore, I’m both pleased and relieved to report that the actual replacement is Joanna “JoJo” Levesque.  This JoJo previously appeared on Broadway in Moulin Rouge!  The Musical.  And in one of those coincidences that people love so much, she went back into Moulin Rouge a second time for a 12-week run alongside her new Chess co-star, Aaron Tveit.

Picture it – Boston, 2019.  Faye Dunaway starred as Katharine Hepburn in the play Tea at Five at the Huntington Theatre.  She could have given a stupendous performance on opening night, but she was already loathed by everyone connected with the show – which is hard to do in a one-woman show.  Let’s just say the rehearsal period made the Master Class national tour look like a Disney show.  After Faye allegedly slapped a crew member, the possibility of a Broadway transfer disappeared.  Eventually, playwright Matthew Lombardo was able to see the absurdity of the situation and use it as a starting point for a new comedy – When Playwrights Kill.  This play is about a writer (the delightful Matt Doyle) of a play doing a pre-Broadway tryout starring a very difficult diva (the delicious Beth Leavel) who could jeopardize the entire venture.  How can the situation be salvaged?  You’ll have to see “When Playwrights Kill” to find out.  BTW, the stage manager is played by the ebullient Marissa Jaret Winokur.  And in a moment of art-imitating life-imitating art, the world premiere takes place at the Huntington Theatre in Boston!  It runs April 3^rd through the 18^th.  Grab tix at WhenPlaywrightsKillBoston.com.

“Hudson told me, ‘The other guy was good, but Connor
felt like he was going to pin me down and fuck me.” 
– Heated Rivalry creator Jacob Tierney explains how Storrie was cast. 
Why do straight guys always fantasize about getting fucked?

What a week it was.  As we go to press, one headline caught my eye: “Thieves steal 12 tons of KitKat chocolate bars in Europe”.  Isn’t that the type of story you’d click on?  Well, you don’t have to – I did.  The truck transporting the bars left Italy but never arrived in Poland.  Apparently, like all valuables, the bars are traceable via a “unique batch code”.  Nestle, which makes the product, made this statement: “Whilst we appreciate the criminals’ exceptional taste, the fact remains that cargo theft is an escalating issue for businesses of all sizes.”  Gimme a break.

Last week, the First Lady posed alongside an animatronic creation from Future AI which is touted as a revolutionary (if unaffordable) way to help students.  I was horrified.  I couldn’t believe that this cold, mechanical being with no feelings or emotions was standing there in the White House – next to a robot!

A couple of people from our community faced health struggles that led to hospitalization.  First up was Sam Champion, who got a surprise after a nuclear stress test (and you thought the nukes were in Iran).  The results were concerning enough to have him undergo treatment in the cardiac catheterization laboratory at Mount Sinai Medical Center in NYC.  We hear he’s doing well and wish him a speedy recovery.

Then there’s Perez Hilton, a name I haven’t heard in eons.  He posted some troubling photos from Southern Hills Hospital in Las Vegas (he moved there in 2023).  Apparently it started with a bout of the flu – which fells so many seniors these days.  Believe it or not, it was the medication which led to a 21-day hospital stay.  “I have been taking all this medication without food for weeks, I developed an ulcer then a perforation and then sepsis.”  See?  Let that be a lesson to you all – never deny yourself food!  Perez had laparoscopic surgery, then had fluid in his lungs, and then a heart issue, and finally, catheterization.  None of it sounds pretty, but it had a curious result – Hilton decided to enroll his kids in Catholic school.  A curious choice.  I’d suggest eat more, pray less.  But I’m practical that way.

There’s a mixed bag of news from my pal, Chip Arndt (of Chip and Reichen, the first gay winners of The Amazing Race).  Last May, he found out he had HPV-positive cancer affecting his tonsils, throat and back of tongue.  He recent related his experience in detail on Facebook which included intense chemo and radiation treatments.  Results have been promising, and he hasn’t lost his sense of humor: “I’m feeling great even though I’ve lost 40 pounds through it all.  Chemo is very effective to losing weight but not a recommended go to method.”  In a post-surgical post, he shares a philosophy: “Reminder: We all have our shite and we also have each other!  Never feel you’re alone or a burden to others.  When in doubt just reach out and I promise that you’ll be amazed with the support that follows!!  PROMISE!  Onward we go, together!!!”  Team Chip all the way.

I don’t know if this last item is a health concern, but Tiger Woods was back in the news for what appears to be a rerun.  I don’t have much to say, except I’d dissuade any of my readers from accepting a ride from him.

I can only pray this week’s Ask Billy question is the last word on the 2026 award season.  Michael in Los Angeles asks, “What was the story of the Heated Rivalry guys at the Oscars?”

Connor and Hudson were at the CAA Pre-Oscar Party.  Only Hudson went to the Oscars, but he was reunited with Connor at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party (should anyone think it is a snub, he had a scheduling conflict – same reason Hudson skipped the formerly SAG Awards).  Since I know straight guys read this column religiously, let me give you a tip (just the tip): if you are somewhat less physically defined than the person you are posing next to who is also wearing a sheer top, cover up.  We’ll refrain from discussing Connor’s hand in a muff.  But, Hudson, in the name of all that is holy, skip the trains!  All night, Williams was in danger of recreating Isadora Duncan’s final moments (look it up).  And, fret not, Francois was there as well – as you’ll see on BillyMasters.com.  By the by, don’t believe the rumors – Connor didn’t leave the party to hook up with Troye Sivan.  As if.  They just happened to both be leaving at the same time.

When I’m giving fashion tips to straight guys, it’s definitely time to end yet another column.  I want to send out my best wishes to Ann-Margret.  Due to a broken elbow, she had to skip an appearance at a Lexington, Kentucky convention, saying, “I won’t be able to sign anything!”  But compared to Liza, she’s the picture of health!  For more gossip, you can sign on to BillyMasters.com – the site that’ll never leave you hanging.  If you have any questions, send a note to Billy@BillyMasters.com and I promise to get back to you before Feinstein latches onto Ann-Margret!  So, until next time, remember, one man’s filth is another man’s bible.

Lea Michele has announced that she’ll be leaving the Broadway revival of Chess.  Of course, that clever minx ain’t going anywhere until after the Tony Awards.  Her final show will be on June 21^st.  So I urge you to quickly grab your tickets now – for June 22^nd!  Her replacement is the biggest guessing game in New York.  The luminous Lena Hall did the concert which was the basis of this production, so she’s in contention – as is Karen Olivo, who did the DC run.  The funniest suggestion I’ve read online is that an offer should go out to Beanie Feldstein!

Last week, I got to spend time with the uber-talented, award-winning John McDaniel…TWICE.  First was a scrumptious brunch at Casablanca Café in Fort Lauderdale where we hung out with the spring breakers.  Days later, he invited me to see him and Tony-winner Lindsay Mendez at the Broadway in Worcester series (less than an hour outside of Boston).  I adored Lindsay in Merrily We Roll Along, but I was not prepared for the range and depth of her vocal ability.  She is phenomenal and her connection with the lyrics is mesmerizing.  I was honored to see her, and thanked the powers that be for having me.  Check them out at BroadwayInWorcester.com.

Didya know that Timothee Chalamet was up for the role of Spider-Man?  He was actually a finalist – but lost out to Tom Holland, who had the edge in the action sequences due to his years of ballet training for Billy Elliot, The Musical.  I think we’ve just uncovered what bug crawled up Timmy’s ass, so to speak.

Kevin Spacey had a busy week – in the legal sense.  He appeared in a Santa Monica courthouse as part of a convoluted scheme.  Arbitration ruled that he owed the House of Cards production company $31 million for holding up production.  If he would turn over medical records and testify to their insurance company that he had to leave the show for a documented medical reason, they would reduce the fee to one million.  He took the deal and took the stand.  He pointed to errors in the medical records, saying, “They’re under the impression I have a British accent and have a wife.”  Although he did go to a rehab facility, he was adamant that he was ready and willing to work.  When asked about the diagnosis, he said, “They had in fact diagnosed me as sexually compulsive.  I can’t professionally dispute that, but I can personally dispute it.”

What he’s no longer disputing are the sexual assault charges against him in London.  You’ll recall that the UK television documentary Spacey Unmasked revealed allegations against him from numerous men.  Three of those were taking him to court for sexual assault.  But days after his appearance in Santa Monica came the headlines: “Kevin Spacey Settles With Sexual Assault Accusers Before London Trial”.  As part of the settlement, details are under wraps, and there is no admission of guilt.  But where in God’s name will he get the money to pay them?

Also appearing in court was Lil NasX.  This is stemming from his late-night stroll through Studio City in his scanties.  The charge is felony police battery after he allegedly assaulted the cop who arrested him.  His lawyer wants to transfer the felony battery case to a mental health diversion program.  This would mean the charges would be dismissed, and Nas would do community service or some kind of rehab.  The judge will hear this motion on April 6^th.  After the hearing, Nas made a brief statement.  “All I wanted to say is to my fans, I really love and I miss you, and I appreciate your support so much, and I can’t wait to be back hugging you guys.”  Tell that to the cop!

Does nobody vet The Bachelorette?  You’ve got this Taylor Frankie Paul – who is a woman despite having three male names!  She came from The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, so she’s got baggage.  While ABC knew she had some “domestic issues” in the past, last week a video surfaced of her hitting her ex-husband and throwing a bar stool at him – which somehow hit her daughter!  Her ex called the cops saying, “My daughter was hit in the head with the stool”.  Mrs. Paul was arrested and pleaded guilty to one count of aggravated assault.  Yup, that’s who ABC thinks of as a catch!  The entire season was pulled, and a rerun of American Idol was aired.  Bachelorette or Seacrest?  Same thing.  ABC stands to lose $90 million – or basically the cost of 6 hours of war in Iran.

“I want to know how come Streisand was up there doing
that for Redford.  She only made one movie with him –
I made four!  I have more to say.” 
– Jane Fonda vents about the tribute to Robert Redford at the Oscars.
She’s correct, but there’s one difference – Barbra appears in public less
often than Punxsutawney Phil.  Fonda is out several times a week.

Where to begin?  I guess we should start with the big story of the week – Liza’s memoir is out.  In the preface, Michael Feinstein writes, “Liza is a genius of manipulation.”  If that’s the case, this book is her masterpiece.  I should probably say “his” masterpiece.  After all, it says right on the cover “As told to Michael Feinstein”.  Believe it or not, there are people out there who think Liza sat down with a pencil and legal pad and wrote this book.  There are others who don’t believe she could hold a pencil!  But there’s no pretense – Liza told Michael stories, he wrote them down (or recorded them).  Then, writers Josh Getlin and Pulitzer Prize winner Heidi Evans wrote it.  And they are all credited.  No slight of hand or shenanigans here.

Let’s go to the debacle that was her book event in Los Angeles last week at the Million Dollar Theatre (fun fact – The Gumm Sisters performed there in 1930).  For $225, you got admission, two books, and a 48-minute show (there were a handful of $90 tickets – they only got one book).  Well, “show” is probably the wrong word.  Let’s call it what it was – a spectacle.  There were gay boy dancers, there was a woman in tights and a top hat, there were clips, there was razzamatazz.  After a flash of fire, two dancers clumsily turned a banner around and pushed forward Liza in a director’s chair.  You know those photos on Space Mountain when people look like they are plummeting to their death?  That’s the look Liza had as her chair spun around in front of a capacity crowd.  She rambled, she guffawed, she lost track of stories, she made loads of mistakes.  Feinstein would try to get her back on track for a heavily prepared punchline.  Sometimes she landed it.  Sometimes she appeared bewildered.  Throughout the show, she was slumped in her chair looking like she could slide off at any minute.  She blames it on “my rotten spine”.  The most ill-advised moment was when she “sang” a bit of “Our Love Is Here To Stay” (seen on BillyMasters.com).  And then it was over.  Some people kvelled that they saw a star.  Others were concerned for her well-being.  And others simply called it “sad”.  Within hours, a similar event in NYC was cancelled due to “illness”.  I can’t see her flying cross-country.  Strike that – I can’t see her getting through TSA!

Given his prominence as ringmaster of the events and billing in her memoir, people point their accusatory fingers at Michael Feinstein.  The terms “enabler”, “opportunist”, and “elder abuse” are bandied about as frequently as praise for him standing by her side and trying to protect.  One insider told me, “This is what’s keeping her going…She wants it very badly.”  The rationale being it would be so much worse if Feinstein weren’t around.  Perhaps, but sometimes the best thing you can do for someone is to tell them no. 

You think you’ll never mention someone ever again, and then a story about Richard Hatch pops up.  The winner of the first Survivor was speaking to Tim Murphy on The Caftan Chronicles (I won’t say it), and discussed his 34-year-old boyfriend – and, for those of you interested, Hatch is 64.  You’d think the fact that his boyfriend never saw Survivor would be the lead, but no.  “He’s 100% versatile, so he’s constantly wanting me to fuck him, but I’m a bottom.  Yeah, a totally bottom.  He teases me about that.”  Far be it from me to add to that.

I wish I could tell you I’ve ever seen Finding Mr. Christmas.  I know what it is, having a best friend who is a Hallmark aficionado, but I simply never felt inclined to tune in.  However, I’m told that Robbie Simpson was a contestant on season 2 (some call him a breakout star).  He’s engaged.  Again, not the lead.  Where did they meet?  In line to get tickets for Broadway Bares in June of 2023!  His fiancé, Kyle Pollak, explained, “Saying yes to marrying him was the easiest decision I have ever made.  I asked Robbie to be my boyfriend, so it was his turn to pop this next question.”  Robbie proposed in Australia overlooking Sydney Harbour and somehow People magazine was there to cover the blessed event.  Funny how that happens.

In other romantic news, Chaz Bono married his childhood sweetheart – a statement that I cannot even begin to unpack.  The then-Chastity met Shara Blue Mathes when they were teenagers studying at the Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute.  They reconnected in 2017 and began their romance.  “I think it’s safe to say that not many grooms ultimately end up marrying the very first girl they ever kissed so many years later.”  Most grooms can’t say a whole lotta things this couple can.  And, despite what other less reputable scribes predicted, Chaz’s mother Cher did indeed attend the ceremony – sporting a big diamond ring on her so-called “ring finger”.  And, being Cher, she just happened to photobomb the couple as they cut the cake, the video of which can be found on BillyMasters.com.

Our Ask Billy question comes from Kip in Chicago: “I’ve heard for several years that Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos are trying to resurrect All My Children.  Any update?”

You are correct – the daytime duo has been trying to get a network deal to bring the show back, with no luck.  But, they’ve pivoted.  As Ripa revealed on her podcast, “Mark and I and our production company, we are developing two All My Children movies for Lifetime.  Woo.  We are so excited.”  While I’m always leery of any venture that attempts to come back in a different format, this sounds like it could work – especially since they’re courting the services of Susan Lucci.  “Well, certainly with Mark and Kelly producing, I know that I would be in good hands, and being in good hands is central to my answer to this question, because the writing is so important…And of course, if everything was in place, if they were really going to do this, I would certainly want to be part of it.”  So that sounds like a tentative “Maybe”.  And I think we all know, if Lucci says no, the films won’t get made.

When Richard Hatch being a bottom is news, it’s definitely time to end yet another column.  I was just thinking – Chaz’s wife’s name is Shara Blue Mathes.  Chaz’s brother’s name is Elijah Blue Allman.  Interesting, n’est ce pas?  For more insights like this, check out BillyMasters.com – the site that’ll never make you blue.  For your gossip needs, dash off a note to Billy@BillyMasters.com and I promise to get back to you before Barbra replaces Maya in Oh, Mary!  Until next time, remember, one man’s filth is another man’s bible.

A bunch of “luminaries” (for lack of a better word) will find themselves in the unemployment line.  NBCUniversal is leaving the first-run syndication business, which means the end of Access Hollywood, Access Live, Karamo and The Steve Wilkos Show – a show I never ever heard of.  Curious that after Karamo skipped promoting the final season of Queer Eye, he ended up out of work just like the rest of the guys.

Well, not exactly.  Antoni Porowski is showing off his new gig as model for SAXX Underwear – once again, something I’ve never even heard of.  Nonetheless, he looks quite fetching in his scanties – or, more to the point, they look good on him.  The variety of wrapping of his package is quite appealing, as seen on BillyMasters.com.

Carson Kressley was recently a guest on Today with Jenna & Sheinelle.  They asked him for his take on the turmoil surrounding the outgoing Queer Eye cast.  Aside from calling the experience of making that series “very intense”, he added this: “I don’t know the circumstances.  There is such a great cast.  It’s a great show.  And I think the quality of the show and the great work they do transcends any little drama that might have happened.”  Then he dropped a little bombshell of his own.  When the original Devil Wears Prada movie was being cast, he claims to have been asked audition for a role.  But, when push came to shove, they went in a different direction.  “They said, ‘Oh God, you’re great, we love you, but we can’t have somebody who’s never been in a movie in the scene with Meryl Streep.  That might be too big of a gamble.’  So I didn’t get it…Damn you, Stanley Tucci!  Thanks for ruining my career.”  And you wonder why we’re still talking about Carson Kressley 25 years later?

Before we leave Queer Eye behind (for now), former Fab-Fiver Bobby Berk weighed in on the controversy.  “It’s sad that clearly stuff was going on, but yeah, I decided to leave at a time that was right for me.  And, of course, I’m sad that there was any drama surrounding the show because the show, I think, has such a great legacy of helping people.”  It should be noted that Berk is hosting HGTV’s Junk or Jackpot?, which makes him the only Queer still on the air.

Speaking of Saturday Night Live alums, we have a truly special announcement to make.  Maya Rudolph will be the latest person to take on the role of Mary Todd Lincoln in Oh, Mary!.  “Oh, Mary! is the funniest play I have ever seen, and I have seen a lot of plays, you’d be surprised.  It’s such an honor to play the role of Mary, especially after so many iconic Marys have come before me.  So making my Broadway debut in the role of a lifetime – as a miserable, suffocated, alcoholic woman – is a real dream come true,” said Maya.  She begins her run on April 28^th and will stay with the show for eight weeks, ending on June 20^th. 

Not to be outdone, Chicago has announced its latest cast changes.  Currently in the revolving door of Roxie Hart is Whitney Leavitt, from The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives.  She will soon be reunited with her partner from Dancing with the Stars, Mark Ballas.  He will take on the role of Billy Flynn for a limited four-week run starting on April 5^th.  Ballas previously played Frankie Valli in Jersey Boys on Broadway and for portions of the national tour, and returned to the Great White Way playing Charlie in Kinky Boots.  I actually think Chicago will be his sweet spot – especially if they give Billy a tad more dancing than usual.

“Sean Penn couldn’t be here this evening or didn’t want to. 
So I’ll be accepting the award on his behalf.” 
– Kieran Culkin accepts Penn’s Best Supporting Actor Oscar.  Look, he was
married to Madonna and Robin Wright Penn – hasn’t he suffered enough?

These Oscars will go down as The Night They Drove Old Timmy Down.  Although, to be fair, voting was done long before the Chalamet scandal broke.  But, still, it brought a smile to my otherwise bored face.  As to the awards themselves, when you don’t care about the movies nominated, they kinda meander on by.

That said, I do have a few observations.  While I was sad that A Friend of Dorothy lost for Best Live Action Short Film, I was heartened when a hot guy who tied went up to accept the award.  Then he mentioned a girlfriend.  He had me, then he lost me.  Those KPop girls ripped off Charlie’s Angels.  Along those lines, I think Demi was molting.  I think we can all agree – Anna Wintour is not a laugh riot.  I question the wisdom of using precious satellite time to make a Basil Rathbone joke.  Speaking of dead people, a few notables were missing from the In Memoriam.  Sure, James Van Der Beek, Eric Dane and Malcolm-Jamal Warner are mostly known for television, but they also made films.  So did Olivia Hussey and Alain Delon.  They went on and on about Claudia Cardinale (who I adored), but what about Brigitte Bardot?  Aside from that, I thought it was handled well.  And I had a brilliant idea – perhaps Barbra’s next film could be a biopic about Sylvia Miles (look it up). 

Speaking of Barbra, it has just been announced that she will receive an Honorary Palme d’Or from the Cannes Film Festival.  She’s gonna need another shelf for all these “honorary” awards.

The Golden Globes didn’t let a little thing like the Academy Awards steal their thunder.  It’s been announced that Nikki Glaser will return next year to host her third Golden Globes.  The funny lady said, “I’m thrilled to host the Golden Globes for a third time, not only because it’s the greatest gig I’ve ever had, but because my sister has three kids and now we will be equal in the eyes of my parents and the Lord.”  In terms of hosting the Globes, Nikki is only bettered by Ricky Gervais (five times) and the dynamic duo of Tina Fey and Amy Poehler (four times).

Shia LaBeouf has defended his actions by explaining what precipitated a recent bar brawl in New Orleans.  “When I’m standing by myself and three gays are next to me touching my leg, I get scared.  I’m sorry.  If that’s homophobic, then I’m that.  Yeah…I’ll be honest with you: big gay people are scary to me.”  Because he wanted to make sure we know he’s not actually homophobic, he added, “I’m good with gay – be gay over there, though.  Don’t be gay in my lap.”  Where’s the fun in that?  I think he doesn’t actually understand what being gay means.

After two seasons, Apple TV has cancelled Palm Royale.  The first season received 11 Emmy nominations.  While a fan favorite, it only snagged a single win – for Outstanding Original Main Title Theme Music!  I guess they didn’t have a category for Outstanding Speedo in a Comedy!

One show bites the dust, one gets greenlit.  Jacob Tierney, who created Heated Rivalry, has signed a deal with Netflix for his next project – a limited series about Alexander the Great and his “relationship” with Aristotle.  Actually, it’s about a young Alexander – years before he became “great”.  This is how Netflix describes the show: “The drama begins as the Athenian empire is crumbling and the world’s greatest mind, Aristotle, arrives in Macedonia to tutor a volatile young prince, Alexander.  Amid palace intrigue, forbidden love, brutal war and ruthless ambitions, their unlikely friendship shapes an empire and alters the course of history.”  You had me at “forbidden love”.  Throw in a hockey puck, and I think we could call this Heated Hellenics!  By the by, it’s been rumored that Netflix passed on Heated Rivalry, which is how it ended up at Crave in Canada.

Longtime fan Sean from New York City contributes this week’s Ask Billy question: “Years ago, you introduced us to model Joseph Sayers.  Whatever happened to him?”

WOW – you are going back DECADES!  The last time anyone asked me about him was in 2007, at the height of his Abercrombie & Fitch fame.  But let’s go back – to his 18^th birthday when he was “discovered” (at some point he was working at Buffalo gay bar, Club Marcella – see our site for photos).  He met a photographer, Ed Flores, who convinced Sayers to do a number of “body shots” in a motel room.  These were reminiscent of the Bruce Weber style, which eventually led to working with Weber and being an A&F model.  Alas, Flores photographed every inch of Sayers’ body, which led to those photos being leaked online.  Eventually, we hear Sayers not only purchased back the rights to the photos, he also had new nudes taken around 2005 that were not only more representative of who he was at the time, but also he hoped took the focus off the earlier nudes.  His modeling career was primarily in print media due to his diminutive size (he’s 5’6”).  Sometime around 2008, he scaled back his modeling work and went to college, where he maintained a 3.86 GPA and was considering applying to medical school.  Around that time, he said young people experiment with sex too early, and that’s caused a drop in moral values.  And then the path goes cold.  But I’ve got some photos that could heat you right up – on BillyMasters.com.

When we’ve got Sayers coming and going, it’s definitely time to end yet another column.  From the photos we have, Joey seems to get better with age.  The same could be said for BillyMasters.com – the site that always leaves you wanting more.  Which leads to a special announcement – we have an opening for a new proofreader.  What can I say?   I have a penchant for wearing people out!  If you’d like to join the glamorous Billy Masters team, drop a note to Billy@BillyMasters.com and I promise to get back to you before Sayers becomes my new proofreader!  So, until next time, remember, one man’s filth is another man’s bible.

Timothée Chalamet really stepped in it recently when he sat down with Matthew McConaughey for a town hall at the University of Texas sponsored by CNN and Variety.  Their connection?  McConaughey played Timmy’s dad in Interstellar – something I had to be reminded of (which is why I’m reminding you).  In the midst of discussing career choices, Chalamet said, “I don’t want to be working in ballet or opera, or, you know, things where it’s like ‘hey, keep this thing alive,’ even though it’s like no one cares about this anymore – all respect to the ballet and opera people out there.  I just lost 14 cents in viewership.”  This caused quite an uproar – not because of the appalling and nonsensical grammar.  I think the best retort came from the head of the New York City Ballet: “It’s not even the idea that he dissed ballet and opera that bothers me; it’s the suggestion that he had the talent and aptitude to pursue these Olympic-level artistic fields in the first place.”  Thank God he has the skill for ping pong!

Our pal Fran Drescher plays Timmy’s mom in Marty Supreme.  She was interviewed on the red carpet for the SAG Awards, which are now called the Actor Awards.  E! asked Drescher (who looked sensational) if she would officiate Chalamet and Kylie Jenner’s wedding – not that they’re even engaged.  “I do officiate gay weddings, so I certainly can branch out and officiate this if they wanted me to, but I have a feeling they’re not going to ask.”

What would a column be without some political news.  No, not the fact that El Presidente took Kristi Noem out in back of the White House and put her out of her misery like Old Yeller.  It’s that Ke$ha is speaking out against the administration for using her song “Blow” in their promotional video for the war in Iran.  “It’s come to my attention that The White House has used one of my songs on TikTok to incite violence and threaten war.  Trying to make light of war is disgusting and inhumane.  I absolutely do NOT approve of my music being used to promote violence of any kind.  Love always trumps hate, please love yourself and each other in times like this.  This shows blatant disregard for human life and quite frankly this attack on all of our nervous systems is the opposite of what I stand for.”  Then she went for the jugular: “Also, don’t let this distract us from the fact that criminal predator Donald Trump appears in the Files over a million times.  Stop using my music, perverts @WhiteHouse.”

So here we are, crotch-deep in awards season.  Here’s something you guys probably don’t know – sometimes shows make up an award just to get a big star to attend.  But when Liza expressed interest in attending the GLAAD Awards, they created an award for her anyway – the Liza Minnelli Storyteller Award.  One can just imagine the phone call between the powers that be and a frantic Michael Feinstein.  But there was Liza – rolled out in a tall director’s chair looking like Edith Ann appearing in a touring production of Grey Gardens.  People were dancing and singing around her, and she was flaying her arms and legs to a rhythm only she could hear.  In case one didn’t recognize this was part of the pre-publicity for her autobiography (that Feinstein actually wrote), the image of the book cover was projected behind her.  It all seemed like a commercial in the middle of the GLAAD Awards.  But the gays loved it and squealed with delight.  Even Liza seemed to be excited to be there.  “You make me so proud, because you’re strong and you stand up for what you believe in.  You really do, and it’s so nice to be here with you.  I feel like a five-year-old.”  Feinstein led the audience in a rendition of “Happy Birthday” which must be seen and heard to be believed – especially when Liza attempted to join in.  You can see the video on BillyMasters.com.

Then there’s the Tony-winning Star of the Decade, Barbra Streisand.  She’s being courted by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences to appear at the Oscars in a tribute to Robert Redford.  The hope is she will speak about Redford and then sing “The Way We Were” for the always-controversial In Memoriam segment.

“I picked those drapes in my first term. 
I always like gold.  But I think we can
save a lot of money – I just saved curtains.” 
– Donald Trump pivots from talking about “Operation Epic Fury”
to discussing drapes.  The war in Iran, brought to you by HGTV.

Has anyone out there ever watched a television show in “Accessibility Mode”?  For people who are visually impaired, someone does audio descriptions of what is happening on the screen.  I accidentally toggled it on for last week’s Saturday Night Live.  I don’t want to call someone out as gay…but the guy who was doing the narration was most definitely gay.  When Ryan Gosling walked out to do his monologue, this is how it was described (and I will post it on BillyMasters.com lest you have any doubt): “Ryan enters through an upstage door, cuts through the band, and makes his way to center stage on the home base set which looks like Grand Central Terminal.  Ryan is a tall, fit white guy with wavy blond hair.  He wears a double breasted charcoal pinstripe suit over a watermelon red shirt…unbuttoned several buttons…down his chest.”  Gurl, keep it in your pants!

I don’t think the boys from Heated Rivalry are into knitting – but perhaps that could be a twist for season two, which they won’t even begin filming until this summer (episodes will air spring of 2027).  Since the fans aren’t content waiting for the second season, they’re making their own episodes.  TikTok creator Carter Tyra came up with her own continuation.  “They’re settling into their new home with their new baby, Edward Jacob, or EJ for short.  Shane found out he was pregnant again on Valentine’s Day.”  Well, who didn’t see that coming?

I’m sure you all watched Connor Storrie host Saturday Night Live.  I thought he did a commendable job.  He’s kinda goofy and game for anything (which is how I like my men).  He even showed off his body as a stripper who had been in a car accident, a character he developed during clown classes at the Elysian Theater in LA – and we’ve got the original stripper photos to prove it.  Of course, Hudson Williams showed his support.  But one of the best skits didn’t make it past dress rehearsal.  In it, Connor played Armie Hammer, who admits to having Tourette’s Syndrome.  “Not many people know this, but one of the most common side effects of Tourette’s is cannibalism.  You could be casually DMing with a girl when suddenly the Tourette’s takes over and you’re typing stuff like, ‘I’m literally going to eat you.’  And she’s like ‘LOL what?’  And you’re like, ‘I’m not LOLing, or ROFLing.  I’m gonna drink your blood and gnaw the meat off your ribs like I’m at an Applebee’s.”  Check out the skit on BillyMasters.com.

We have time for a brief Ask Billy question which will warm the cockles of your cockles.  Jared in Miami said, “I just saw a clip of Young Hercules on YouTube.  Is that a young Ryan Gosling?”

That is indeed.  I had forgotten about this short-lived series, which came from the makers of Beastmaster and Xena.  Ryan sports that floppy blond ‘do that I continue to be so partial to.  The show came to the former Mouseketeer in an odd way.  Ian Bohen played the role in the pilot movie and four episodes of Hercules: The Legendary Journeys.  When the series changed from a one-hour adventure show to a half-hour children’s show, Bohen passed.  He also didn’t want to relocate to New Zealand, where it would be filmed.  Enter the lovely Gosling, who gave off a more youthful exuberance.  And he wasn’t alone – many of the scenes were stolen by his onscreen cohort, Dean O’Gorman, who was not only hot but funny!  Check out some of their footage on BillyMasters.com.

When I’m using the Wayback Machine to answer a question, it’s definitely time to end yet another column.  And I didn’t even need the assistance of Mr. Peabody (or his boy Sherman, which sounds awfully Epstein-esque).  I am back in the States, but who knows for how long.  For now, I’m just focusing on bringing you the latest gossip on www.BillyMasters.com – the site that always delivers.  Send your questions to Billy@BillyMasters.com and I promise to get back to you before I go to an Applebee’s!  Until next time, remember, one man’s filth is another man’s bible.

You wanna talk about outta sight casting?  Star Trek: Starfleet Academy is going further than Gene Roddenberry ever imagined – we’re getting our first gay Klingon!  Since the show started, people have speculated that the character of Jay-Den Kraag could have a secret.  And he sure does.  In the most recent episode, he had more than a little sexual tension with a fellow academy cadet.  Actor Karim Diane portrays Jay-Den and he wrote this on social media: “Not gonna pretend like I wasn’t afraid to take on this role.  Part of me still kinda is.  I knew that I was gonna, you know, receive a lot of negative comments that were rooted in homophobia and racism and bigotry.  But what y’all have to understand, I have received 10 times more messages from LGBTQ people around the world telling me how much the character Jay-Den means to them.  And that is all that matters to me, truly.”

Tom Daley had a close encounter with the Muppets on Sesame Street.  His first scene was with Bert and Elmo.  “We’re fans of your athleticism, but also of your knitting,” said Bert, forever putting to rest those pesky rumors about his relationship with Ernie (he admitted that he’s knitting his “roommate” a scarf).  But things really got cooking when Tom shared the screen with Cookie Monster.  Daley gifted him with a kind of “cookie cozy” – with predictable results.  You can check it out on our website.

The fun never stops in our coverage of Traitors.  This anecdote comes from the premiere party, which took place at West Hollywood hotspot The Abbey.  Lisa Rinna claims that someone slipped something into her drink.  “I had fentanyl in my system.  I’m not kidding.  I had fentanyl, high levels of amphetamines and other things.  But I can’t talk a lot about it because we’re still dealing with it.”  During a promotional appearance on Good Day New York, she went on.  “So many people that I know have had this happen at The Abbey.  All my daughter’s friends.  I mean, this is not a first-time thing.  This is something that’s gone on for years.”  We’re told that fellow Traitor Colton Underwood first noticed Rinna was unwell at the party and alerted her team to intervene.  A spokesperson for The Abbey says, “We pulled and reviewed all available surveillance footage from the time in question and interviewed staff on duty.  We found no evidence of drink tampering or suspicious behavior toward her.”

“Ideally, I’d like to date an older elegant man
who speaks beautifully and is filthy rich. 
Then I’d like to date a 40-year-old guy who is
passionate about something.  I don’t care what. 
Then I’d like to date an 18-year-old who I see
twice a week and whose name I don’t know.” 
– Liza Minnelli, as told to Michael Feinstein.  Although I
suppose it could just as easily be a Feinstein quote.

This is supposed to be the fun, frothy, frilly column that delivers some entertainment news, some industry dish, and a few chuckles.  So, I hate to kick things off with bad news.  When people talk about the current government infringing on people’s rights, none of us is immune.  The latest target is transgender people in Kansas.  If you live there and have gone through gender reassignment, you likely petitioned to change your birth certificate and driver’s license.  As of last week, those changes have been invalidated – and future changes to those documents are banned by a recent ruling.  I can’t say that this is how it begins…but this is how it’s happening now.

I am always delighted to spotlight great work of those I love.  So let’s start with the magnificent Miriam Margolyes, who is in the Oscar-nominated live action short A Friend of Dorothy.  What is extraordinary about Miriam is she always appears completely authentic.  There’s no “actor-y” nonsense about her.  She just “is”.  As Dorothy who bonds with a teenage boy, one suspects Miriam identifies with her more than some other characters.  But that doesn’t make it any the less staggering.  It should be noted that she’s well-partnered with Alistair Nwachukwu as Dorothy’s “friend”.  It’s a sweet, touching, lovely film which you can see on BillyMasters.com.  You can also see it on Disney+.

Then there’s my Play Mama, Jenifer Lewis.  Superlatives are almost superfluous when it comes to describing her.  Suffice it to say, she is someone whose talents are boundless and who always delivers.  Yes, she’s in GOAT playing warthog Florence “Flo” Everson, owner of the basketball team (fun fact – she also played Flo in Cars).  But the big news is that she’ll be reprising a memorable role when she joins the cast of the reboot of A Different World for Netflix.  In the original, she played Hillman College’s Dean Dorothy Dandridge Davenport.  In the reboot, Davenport is still at Hillman – but now she’s a professor.  Stay tuned.

Then there’s the divine Charles Busch – who I am certain would not mind being lumped in with Jenifer and Miriam.  With his own brand of “je ne sais quoi”, he’s carved a unique niche for himself in the theatrical annals.  One of his biggest successes was when he wrote the hit Broadway play, The Tale of the Allergist’s Wife.  In 2019, Charles joined the original cast by taking on the leading lady role (that evening, the original leading lady, Linda Lavin, played the mother).  Busch is once again slipping into the pumps of Marjorie Taub.  This time, the venue will be Palm Springs’ Plaza Theatre as part of their rePLAY series.  This script-in-hand reading of the play will also feature Chris Carranza, Alix Korey, Lewis J. Stadlen, and the phenomenal Harriet Harris in the role created by Michele Lee.  Two nights only – March 13^th and 14^th.  You can grab your tickets at PalmSpringsPlazaTheatre.com.

Speaking of theatre, Megan Thee Stallion is headed to the Great White Way.  For her Broadway debut, Meg is joining the cast of Moulin Rouge! The Musical.  Yes, the same Moulin Rouge which recently announced it will close this summer (a coincidence, I’m sure).  Starting on March 24^th, Stallion will take over the role of impresario Harold Zidler – the role currently played by Bob the Drag Queen and previously embodied by Boy George.  Reflective of the times we live in, Megan is being touted as “the first female-identifying performer to play the role”.  She will stay with the show for eight weeks, wrapping up on May 17^th.

This week’s Ask Billy question comes from Frank in Philadelphia: “I just saw a commercial for Lacoste underwear with a really hot guy in the shower.  He looks so familiar, but I can’t place him.  Help!”

That would be the lovely and talented Taylor Zakhar Perez, who you know primarily from Red, White & Royal Blue.  The commercial begins in a shower, which certainly puts Taylor and his taut torso in the best light.  Then the undies go on.  A source told me that there was much concern on the set which required Taylor to “flatten himself out” – whatever that means!   There’s a good amount of ass shaking and hair flipping while Perez dances around blasting music through his headphones.  And yet he somehow manages to hear someone clear his throat in the distance.  So much for plot development!  You can check out every dripping millimeter on BillyMasters.com.

When underwear models are being asked to “flatten out”, it’s definitely time to end another column.  In other bits of madness, I have four countries and three continents left on my endless excursion.  But no matter my locale, I still deliver the unfiltered dish on www.BillyMasters.com – the site that never makes an exception.  If you have a question, send it along to Billy@BillyMasters.com and and I promise to get back to you before we find out which royal will be arrested on my next birthday!  So, until next time, remember, one man’s filth is another man’s bible.

Hollywood was a-buzz last week when hundreds of hopefuls descended on FOX Studios to try and snag a role in the reboot of Baywatch.  Most people auditioned for what were described as the “gender-neutral roles” of Robin or Jordan (think Alexandra Paul).  The actors, probably weak from hunger, were instructed to make an acting choice and tell the director which part they were auditioning for (in costume…or lack thereof).  A couple of people didn’t have to go through these paces.  A late addition to the original series, David Chokachi, was invited to join this new venture reprising his role of Cody Madison.  Another familiar face is hunky Stephen Amell (the former Arrow), who has been cast as Hobie Buchannon, most notably played by Jeremy Jackson.

The Heated Rivalry boys are finding ways to keep busy before filming season two.  Connor Storrie is in talks to join Peaked, a big-screen comedy – because I’m sure he’s a laugh riot (we’ll find out when he hosts SNL on February 28^th).  Not to be outdone, Hudson Williams has already signed with Crave (the network that produced HR) to appear in a half-hour drama series about the myth of Baba Yaga.  You had me…then you confused me.

You’ve probably heard that El Presidente’s minions removed the Pride flag from the Stonewall National Monument.  Why?  According to the Department of the Interior, one is not allowed to display “non-agency” flags at National Park System locations.  However, that guidance provides for “limited exceptions” – which apparently this isn’t.  Manhattan Borough President Brad Hoylman-Sigal vows to return the flag to its pole.  “The mean-spiritedness of the Trump administration seems to know no bounds.  But we as a community are not going to take it standing by idly as our history, and by extension our human rights, are attempted to be erased.”  He was supported by Mayor Zohran Mamdani.  “I am outraged by the removal of the Rainbow Pride Flag from Stonewall National Monument.  New York is the birthplace of the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement, and no act of erasure will ever change, or silence, that history.  Our city has a duty not just to honor this legacy, but to live up to it.  I will always fight for a New York City that invests in our LGBTQ+ community, defends their dignity, and protects every one of our neighbors – without exceptions.”  With great hoopla, the NYC officials reinstated the flag on February 12^th.  And there it remains…for now.

In his quest for continued relevance, Colton Underwood made a curious revelation with even more curious grammar: “After my Netflix show came out, there was two active players in the NFL that reached out to confide in me and asked for advice and help and one has a family…I think there was the complication of me all of a sudden being poster boy for ‘out athlete’ when that Netflix show dropped.  I was not ready to be anybody’s mentor.  I was still very much coming out to myself.  All of a sudden now I have people I feel responsible for, like, advice.  I really, it’s like, I’m the last.”  So, let me get this straight – he was ready to have a network following him around, but he wasn’t ready to help others?  What if they wanted help on camera?  I bet he’d have been ready for that! 

We hear that the complimentary condoms placed in the Olympic Village ran out in record time.  The entire Village was condom-free after only three days – and that was before Gus Kenworthy even got there!  People are placing the blame on the organizers.  A local paper reported, “In Paris, the athletes received 300,000 condoms – two per day each – but the number for these Winter Games were significantly lower.”  Well, there are some differences.  First, that was the summer – which naturally lends itself to rampant sexual activity.  Secondly…you know, Paris! 

When Jonathan Groff announced he was leaving Just In Time, I mused that the list of “names” who could helm a show about Bobby Darin were few and far between.  Rumors abounded that Hugh Jackman was approached, but I felt the ideal person was Matthew Morrison.  Of course, I always think the ideal person is Matthew Morrison.  Jeremy Jordan got the gig, and I am sure he’ll be great.  But there is something of a hiatus between when Groff leaves (March 29^th) and when Jordan can start (April 21^st).  What to do, what to do?  Enter the magnificent Matty, who will play the role for three weeks.  I expect a surge at the box office.  I’m surging just thinking about it.

A provocative event is headed off-Broadway.  Jesse Tyler Ferguson is returning to the stage in a revival of Jay Presson Allen’s Tru – playing bon vivant Truman Capote.  Most people identify this show with Robert Morse, who helmed the 1989 Broadway production.  While smaller in concept, we are certain that Capote would approve of this new venture since it will be staged in the former home of the great-granddaughter of Cornelius Vanderbilt.  That venue is currently known as the Library of the House of the Redeemer – which sure sounds like a metaphor for something.  The run starts on March 6^th and ends April 12^th, but I suspect that will change.

People, please leave John Lithgow alone.  He was cast in HBO’s Harry Potter series and immediately started getting harassing messages on social media about author J.K. Rowling’s perceived transphobia.  “I take the subject extremely seriously.  She has created this amazing canon for young people, and it has jumped into the consciousness of the society.  It’s about good versus evil, kindness versus cruelty.  I find her views ironic and inexplicable.  I’ve never met her, she’s not really involved in this production at all…It upsets me when people are opposed to me having anything to do with this.  But in Potter canon, you see no trace of transphobic sensitivity.  She’s written this mediation of kindness and acceptance.  And Dumbledore is a beautiful role.”  So there!

Here’s something even I didn’t see coming – Rowling is in the Epstein files!  To be fair, lots of people are in there for non-nefarious reasons.  Apparently, Epstein was invited to the 2018 Broadway premiere of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child.  Amusingly enough, it seems that while he did show up, he was turned away at the door.

Jinkx Monsoon is preparing to take London by storm.  She’ll be appearing in a revival of Peter Quilter’s play, End of the Rainbow, portraying the legend that is Judy Garland.  The play focuses on the last months of Garland’s life.  This is a strictly limited run that will open on May 15^th at the Soho Theatre Walthamstow.

“I do have more socially liberal views. 
Some of my best friends are gay.” 
– Savannah Chrisley on the Behind the Table podcast
(an offshoot of The View).  Doesn’t she also have a
family member who is gay?  Someone very close to her?

How was your birthday, Billy?  Thank you for asking.  It was one of the best birthdays ever.  It was even more brilliant after hearing how the artist formerly known as Prince Andrew spent his birthday – in the pokey!  Admittedly, I might have enjoyed a birthday in a British prison more than most.  But something tells me it wasn’t the type of celebration Andrew anticipated.  The icing on the cake was when his brother, King Charles III, refused to intervene.  “The law must take its course.”  Happy bday, sir.  And so say all of us.

It also wasn’t a good week for Shia LaBeouf – a name one rarely mentions anymore.  He was in New Orleans for Mardi Gras and, according to reports, he attacked one Jeffrey Damnit and screamed, “You’re a fucking faggot”.  Damnit, it should be noted, had on mascara, eye shadow and lipstick.  But it was Mardi Gras in New Orleans, for fuck’s sake!  Another queer man, Nathan Thomas Reed, was a witness: “I want it to be known that he was calling people ‘faggot.’”  A newspaper quoted LaBeouf saying, “These faggots put me in jail – I’m a Catholic.”   And yet, this utterance was omitted from the “sworn probable cause statement” filed in court.

For our Olympic moment, a story from the cutthroat world of competitive curling.  That’s a sport where two teams attempt to manipulate a granite stone on the ice by swirling some kind of mop.  Picture bringing your Swiffer to the local ice rink.  The incident in question took place during a nail-biter between Canada and Sweden.  One reporter captured the drama this way: “The Swedes believed one of the Canadians was repeatedly double-touching some of his stones.”  And you thought Heated Rivalry was intense!  Marc Kennedy from the Canadian team wasn’t taking the Swedish accusations lightly.  “I don’t like being accused of cheating after 25 years on tour and four Olympic Games.  So I told him where to stick it.” 

Our Ask Billy question came from Mark in Boston: “During Bad Bunny’s halftime show at about the four-minute mark, you see two guys grinding up against each other behind the open door of a white pickup truck.  I thought maybe they might be famous (or semi-famous).  Maybe models or porn stars.  Do you know who they are?”

Mark wasn’t the only one who picked up on this.  Moments after the camera panned past these two men dancing inside an open truck door, the clip went viral.  I think the first person to post the meme was Louisa Jacobson from The Gilded Age, who captioned it “Important!”  One of the men is Dan Santiago, a 30-year-old dancer from NYC who previously performed with Bad Bunny on Saturday Night Live.  “There were a lot of intentionally fluid pairings in the show reflecting the sense of unity the show was trying to convey,” says Dan.  He added that both he and his dancing partner, Igor Farina, are straight, but they “feel honored to represent the LGBTQ community.”  “To me, being part of this moment wasn’t about performing queerness; it was about freedom and representing a community that deserves to be seen.”  And see it you will on BillyMasters.com.

When I’m trying to squeeze my Balzac into Ashton’s pink Speedo, it’s time to end another column.  If you wanna check out the latest gossip, sit right down on Juliette Lewis and head on over to www.BillyMasters.com – the site that never leaves a stone unturned.  If you’ve got a question, send it along to Billy@BillyMasters.com and and I promise to get back to you before Dan or Igor turn up on Dancing with the Stars.  Until next time, remember, one man’s filth is another man’s bible.

Two daytime talkers are hanging it up after this year.  Kelly Clarkson is ending her talk show after seven years to concentrate more on family and music.  And Sherri Shepherd’s show will end after her fourth season.  The timing is perfect, since Sherri is in the middle of a comedy tour.  Check out her dates on SherriShepherd.com.

There are two things we can count on in February: the groundhog looking for his shadow, and Customs and Border Protection Agents looking for passengers possessing drugs on a gay cruise.  This year was no different – the groundhog did indeed see his shadow, and nine passengers attempting to board an Atlantis Events cruise out of Fort Lauderdale were arrested on drug charges.  Why, oh why, can’t these guys just bring a few pills hidden in their Balzac?  But, no, they bring enough drugs to “distribute” to other revelers – and that’s when problems occur.  While the mainstream press has named them all, I’m going to single out one person because he’s kinda a public figure. That would be Joshua Eddy of West Hollywood, who did gay porn for Sean Cody under the name Eddie Burke.  He is currently a popular content provider for OnlyFans under the name “Beefy ginger bro next door”.  And he’s also an attorney – talk about versatility!  He faces felony charges of trafficking 19.3 grams of MDMA, 3.4 grams of ketamine, 7.55 grams of methamphetamine, and 80 grams of GBL – you know, just to take the edge off!  He’s scheduled to be arraigned in Miami-Dade Court on April 2^nd – should you need a fix around then.

These days, there’s a convention for everything.  It of course started with the granddaddy of them all – ComicCon.  And our people love to go to BravoCon.  Then we got ChristmasCon for devotees of Hallmark Channel movies.  Since this is not an officially sanctioned event, it takes place in Edison, New Jersey (oh, the indignity).  But it attracts quite a number of Hallmark regulars like Tyler Hynes, Lacey Chabert, Jonathan Bennett, Ryan Pavey, and even Rachel Boston – who isn’t from Boston.  Given that success, Hallmark has started an official event.  Hallmark Christmas Experience takes place in Kansas City, within spitting distance of Hallmark headquarters.  And it’s not a one weekend event – it’s every weekend between Thanksgiving and Christmas. 

Not to be outdone, Dancing with the Stars has a con of their own – aside from the liberal use of the word “stars”.  Fans can meet some of their favorites at DWTS Con July 31^st through August 2^nd in Palm Springs at the Acrisure Arena.  Some of the “stars” scheduled to attend will be Hannah Brown, Danielle Fishel, Xochitl Gomez, Joey Graziadei, Elaine Hendrix, Rashad Jennings, Amanda Kloots, Whitney Leavitt, Phaedra Parks, Jojo Siwa, Johnny Weir, Rumer Willis, Kristi Yamaguchi and Ginger Zee.  The pros on the leaderboard include Brandon Armstrong, Lindsay Arnold, Rylee Arnold, Alan Bersten, Hailey Bills, Sharna Burgess, Witney Carson, Val Chmerkovskiy, Sasha Farber, Jenna Johnson, Daniella Karagach, Pasha Pashkov, Jan Ravnik, Gleb Savchenko, Emma Slater, Ezra Sosa, and Britt Stewart.  As if that weren’t enough, we’re told Bruno Tonioli and Carrie Ann Inaba will represent the judges.  Throw in Tom Bergeron, and you could film a season!

Even though I’m abroad, I still tuned in for the Super Bowl.  Well, parts of the Super Bowl.  I actually remembered it was Super Bowl Sunday when I saw a post on Twitter/X for Duolingo (I’m in the middle of a 3+ year streak).  Something about a guy painted green, wearing tight CK hip briefs, and a Duo head seemed vaguely familiar.  Then I remembered – last year, a USC student won West Hollywood’s Halloween Carnaval by dressing up as the Duolingo mascot.  The Duo dude in question was fitness fanatic Dima, known online as @dima.is.fit (fit people get right to the point).  His “costume” caught the attention of someone in corporate, and the rest is history.

Speaking of good costumes, Apple TV+ has been shooting their limited series Wild Things, based on the ambiguously gay “magicians”, Siegfried and Roy.  Jude Law plays Siegfried, and Andrew Garfield plays Mantecore’s appetizer.  Andy won’t have to worry – the folks at Apple will only be employing CGI tigers.  Where’s the fun in that?  The boys look great in their costumes, as you’ll see from the photos on our website.

Sandra Bernhard has been cast in season four of The White Lotus.  The destination will be Saint-Tropez, and one can only hope Miss Sandi plays some rich bitch in custom couture instead of one of the scullery maids (although that might be fun, too).  Others in the cast include Helena Bonham Carter, Steve Coogan, Caleb Jonte Edwards, Marissa Long, Alexander Ludwig, Chris Messina and AJ Michalka.  Stay tuned.

Isaac Mizrahi knows a thing or two about clothing.  But he may be losing it.  He recently discussed dressing Gwyneth Paltrow in the ‘90s (the first thing people with dementia do is talk about the past).  “She would leave after things, and I’d say that girl has the most fabulous ass I’ve ever seen.  She has the best ass in show business, I mean that.”  It’s sad when you see it happening.  Isaac may soon be ready for Jell-O and mahjong.

Luke Evans will have some nifty friends joining him in the Broadway revival of The Rocky Horror Show.  Most inspiring is the casting of Rachel Dratch as the Narrator.  And, while one rarely hears of Juliette Lewis these days, I bet she’ll be a kooky Magenta.  Andrew Durand should make a tasty Brad.

By the by, I just read about By Design, a movie starring Juliette Lewis.  Here’s the plot: “A woman swaps bodies with a chair.”  And, I kid you not, people are saying she’s great.  “The role Juliette Lewis was born to play” – says Billy Masters.  Put that on the side of a bus!

“I got an exclusive campaign for Gucci when Tom Ford
was running it.  I flew to Italy for the runway show.  He puts
me in a pink Speedo.  I know exactly how much I weighed:
178 pounds.  He was like, ‘He’s too fat,’ and I got fired.” 
– Ashton Kutcher.  As luck would have it, I’m in Europe, roughly 170 pounds
and about to put on my pink Speedo!

It’s a small world after all, as the song says.  This was driven home during my endless overseas excursions.  Last week, I was in a remote area of Bulgaria – a country made up of nothing but remote areas.  Being the capitalist pig I am, I ordered dinner to be delivered (I can only struggle to pronounce letters shaped like the number “3” for so long).  I got a call that my food was downstairs.  The delivery guy explained that he realized my phone number was from the United States because he had been there.  “Where?” I asked.  Massachusetts.  I tell him I’m from Massachusetts.  Turns out he spent the summer in Provincetown – working in places like Bayside Betsy’s and the Governor Bradford Inn.  “By working there for three months, I could pay for a year of college and living expenses here.”  Big Daddy Masters used to tell me how he’d work all summer to pay for a year at Boston University.  It’s nice to know the American Dream is still alive…as long as you don’t live in America!

Our Ask Billy question came from Stan in Detroit: “Are you watching The Beauty?  Who is the hot guy that Ben Platt became?  Is he gay?”

Life isn’t always fair.  You win a Tony for Dear Evan Hansen, you star in the questionable movie version, sell hit records, play “residencies”, and get a call from Ryan Murphy to be in his series The Beauty.  And what is your role?  The star of an episode called “Beautiful Chimp Face”.  If we’ve learned nothing from El Presidente, nobody likes being portrayed as any type of simian.  Oh, sure, the fact that Platt turns into Isaac Powell is small consolation.  He also probably got to see him naked…and that’s gotta be worth a considerable amount.  By the by, anyone who comes up with a medication to turn Ben Platt into Isaac Powell should win the Nobel Prize!  Since Stan asked, yes, Isaac Powell is gay.  He was previously engaged to the wildly talented Wesley Taylor and is currently dating Tate Justus.  But what he likely spends most of his time on is his derriere, which is displayed on BillyMasters.com.

When Ben Platt can only dream of having Isaac’s ass, it’s definitely time to end another column.  I, too, recently dreamt of Isaac’s ass.  It was so good I put it up on www.BillyMasters.com – the site that can make all your dreams come true.  If you’ve got another question for me, send it in to Billy@BillyMasters.com and I promise to get back to you before Ty Pennington helps with those Kennedy Center renovations.  Until next time, remember, one man’s filth is another man’s bible.

Noel Coward’s Fallen Angels is getting a revival on Broadway, courtesy of the Roundabout Theatre.  It kicks off performances on March 27^th with Rose Byrne and Kelli O’Hara playing best friends, both married to boring husbands, reminiscing about the hot Frenchman they both had affairs with when they were single.  Didya know that Joan Collins starred alongside Susannah York in a 1974 television adaptation of the play?  So, once again, I have to turn my column over to Dame Joan Collins to explain: “It was, I thought, extremely important to the plot that if Susannah and I spent three quarters of the play extolling the virtues of this divine Frenchman, with whom we were both still secretly in love, by the time the audience sees him, he better be a knockout.”  Well, the Roundabout has secured the services of such a knockout – who also happens to be somewhat of a name.  Making his Broadway debut, the role will be filled to a T by Mark Consuelos.  Yes, Mr. Ripa will be moonlighting as Maurice.

It’s official – Jonathan Bailey and Ariana Grande will star in a revival of Sunday in the Park With George in London’s Barbican Theatre.  It will be directed by Marianne Elliott, who directed and conceived the gender-bending revival of Company, which also starred Bailey.  However, there has been a change – the show won’t take place until the summer of 2027.  If you like to plan a year in advance, tickets go on sale in May 2026.

Liza Minnelli will be doing a smattering of events to promote her upcoming autobiography, Kids, Wait Till You Hear This!.  On March 17^th, she’ll be in conversation at Downtown LA’s Million Dollar Theater.  Moderating will be, you guessed it, Michael Feinstein – and I’m told you’ll never see his lips move!  Tickets start at $90 and include a pre-signed copy of the book.  You don’t expect Liza to sit through a meet-and-greet line, do you?

Not to be counted out, we have news on Liza’s sister.  We often talk about singers doing “residencies” which are not really residencies.  Well, Lorna Luft is actually doing one that counts.  On January 28^th, she began a six-month series of concerts at the Laurie Beechman Theater in NYC.  Admittedly, she’s only doing one concert a month in a venue that seats 80 people, but it still counts.  Upcoming will be February 18^th, March 27^th, April 25^th, May 21^st and June 20^th.  At this rate, Lorna is the most-employed member of the Luft-Minnelli-Garland–Gumm family!

Cyndi Lauper seems to be busier than ever since her retirement from touring.  Next up for the singer is a Vegas run at the Colosseum at Caesars Palace.  She’ll be there April 24^th, 25^th, 29^th, and May 1^st and 2^nd. 

One can always count on the polarizing Patti LuPone to speak her mind.  And speak it she did during her Carnegie Hall concert last week.  After referring to El Presidente as “the buffoon”, she took umbrage at news that the Kennedy Center will close for a two-year “makeover”.  “I think all of you are clearly people that appreciate the arts and our culture, perhaps you are in it.  It’s time for us, it’s time for us, it’s OVER time for us to rise up and speak.  Get on social media or however you can get the message out that he cannot, cannot, cannot touch the Kennedy Center.  I’m sorry, but I’m so mad.  This actually strikes close to home because art is the soul of the nation.  And think about it – when was the last time you heard the words ‘art’ and ‘culture’ in conversation in this country?  And we have to speak up again.  We have to elevate it, and one of the ways we’re going to elevate it is to keep the buildings standing.  That’s it.  That’s all I’m going to say about it.”  Brava.

Patti ain’t alone.  Members of the Kennedy family are considering various actions.  While Caroline has said very little, her son Jack and cousin Maria Shriver have indicated they will not stand by idly.  There is talk of requesting the return of various Kennedy family artifacts, withdrawing funding, and even rescinding use of the JFK name.

At the time of this writing, Savannah Guthrie’s mom is still missing.  Hopefully this will be resolved by the time you read this, although the deadline keeps changing.  I know precious little about the Guthrie family, except you’d think Arlo would chip in to make the reward a little higher.  Here’s the part I don’t understand – if Nancy is unsteady on her feet, has health issues and has a dire need for daily medication, what is she doing living alone in a giant house out in the middle of nowhere with only packs of wolves as neighbors?  And has a pool!  Has anybody considered A Place for Nancy?  Contact O’Dell – she’s got pamphlets.

“Happy birthday to the bestest boy.” 
– Antoni Porowski sends birthday wishes to Zacharias Niedzwiecki. 
Maybe it’s me, but someone referring to their beau as “boy” grates on me…
almost as much as when Ronald Reagan called Nancy “Mommy”.

I was winging my way across the Atlantic, so I didn’t see the Grammys.  Then I heard Cher announce Album of the Year going to… Luther Vandross??  The same Luther Vandross who died in 2005?  I think Cher actually said “Luther Gandrosz”, like her dentures were slipping.  But she looked good, and that’s gotta count for something.

When I landed in Europe, my first stop was one of those countries where, until recently, they didn’t believe in Jesus – or circumcision.  During my investigations of the latter, I learned that Grindr is disabling its location feature inside the Olympic Village.  People can still hook up, but locations will be vague.  Why?  Because being gay is still a crime in many countries – over 60, in fact (perhaps even where I am).  Since many of the athletes are not openly gay, Grindr is helping them protect their anonymity.  Grindr is also providing all Olympic athletes free access to primary features like unsending messages and screenshot blocking.  They’re all hard…er, heart!

There’s a war of words going on between Don Lemon and Nicki Minaj.  It started when the “singer” posted about Lemon covering that church protest in Minnesota (her post was all in CAPS, but I’ll save your eyes): “Don ‘Cock Suckin’ Lemon is disgusting.  How dare you?  I want that thug in jail!!!!!  He would never do that to any other religion.  Lock him up!!!!!”  Lemon probably giggled at being called a “thug”.  He said the following: “I have a lot of gay friends who love Nicki Minaj.  Why are you supporting this homophobic, bigoted, ignorant woman?  You should not be supporting her.  She is clearly out of her depth and doesn’t understand politics.  I’m not surprised that she is weighing in on something beyond her capacity.  Nicki Minaj is a ‘pick me’.  She will do anything that is expedient for her politically.  And, again, she’s ignorant.  She doesn’t know what she’s talking about.  She’s always weighing in on things that she doesn’t know about.  Nicki Minaj should just sit the fuck down.”

Nicki responded: “I purposely wrote that way b/c I knew that would be the only way to get cock suckas to post about it.  They would’ve all collectively ignored the despicable behavior displayed by Lemon head.  I’m glad they’re angry.  They’re about to get angrier.”  Then Minaj explained politics to us: “The LGBT has also started seeing through the veil & it has them pissed off.  Why are they getting the gay vote by default?!?!!!  They’ve moved on from the gay vote to flying in ppl to vote for them.  No loyalty to ANYONE.  The Gay community should be able to choose every 4 years like everyone else after the demoncrats [note: yes, that’s how she spelled it] CAMPAIGN to WIN your vote!  They should not just GET your vote!  WAKE UP.”  This time, it was Billy Porter who responded: “When people show you who they are, believe them the first time.  Fuuuuuuck herrrrr.”

Every day, performers have little triumphs in changing the world’s perception of marginalized people.  Last week, Bob the Drag Queen made a splash when he joined the cast of Moulin Rouge! The Musical! as Harold Zidler.  Of course, not a total revolution as Bob and Harold are both males.  It’s worth noting that while the role was originally played by Danny Burstein, it was eventually portrayed by Tituss Burgess – as much a drag queen as Bob.  But why quibble?  I’m told Bob got a great reception on his entrance, and received a standing ovation at his curtain call.  The producers even added a little of his “Purse First” for the finale megamix.  Congrats.

Things are not coming up roses in Japan.  An upcoming production of Gypsy in Tokyo will be retitled Rose.  Why?  “The original title, Gypsy, is a discriminatory term given to the Roma and Sinti people…The Japanese title has been changed to Rose out of consideration for this term.”  Here’s a better idea – don’t do the show.  Nobody calls her “Gypsy” because she’s banging a tambourine and reading people’s palms.  She adopted that as her name.  This is a work of art – either you do it as written or not at all.   Even the last Broadway revival was faithful to that.  How will that scene in the Chinese restaurant go over in Japan?  Or the notorious eggroll for Mr. Goldstone?  Or the Salute to Uncle Sam?  Aren’t those problematic?  I can’t believe the estates of Jule Styne, Stephen Sondheim and Arthur Laurents are allowing this to happen.  Dim the lights on Broadway – theatre is officially dead.

This week’s Ask Billy question from Oscar in Florida: “Who is the hot papi in Beauty in Black?  The one who plays the stripper?”

That would be fitness model Rodrigo Aburto – who is probably better known as the spouse of Matteo Lane.  You’ll be happy to know that he’ll be back for season three.  “It’s been very cool.  I was really excited to use my dancing skills in the show.  I’m a stripper on the show, and they decided to grow my character.”  I think parts of you will grow when you check him out on BillyMasters.com.

When I’m boycotting the Tokyo “Rose”, it’s definitely time to end another column.  Should you be interested, you can even hear this leading lady sing.  Just head on over to www.BillyMasters.com – the site that has never said no to a foreign tongue.  Should I be able to give you a hand with anything else, feel free to drop a note to Billy@BillyMasters.com and I promise to get back to you before I tell you about my night with two Corinthians in the back of a Chrysler Cordoba!  So, until next time, remember, one man’s filth is another man’s bible.

Chris Noth is going public about his relationship with Sarah Jessica Parker.  The former Mister Big was killed off And Just Like That… in the premiere episode – which was always the plan.  Then three women from his past came forward with claims of sexual assault.  It should be noted that no charges were ever filed and no investigation ever happened.  Noth had already wrapped AJLT by the time Parker and co-stars released this statement: “We are deeply saddened to hear the allegations against Chris Noth.  We support the women who have come forward and shared their painful experiences.  We know it must be a very difficult thing to do and we commend them for it.”  Noth says, “The statement that they put out – which was nothing more than brand management, really – I don’t know, it was sad, it was disappointing, it was surprising.  Because you need to call me and hear my side of this.  You’ve known me for many years, and we’ve worked for many years…And that didn’t happen, and that was too bad.”  Asked where things stand with Parker now, Chris replied, “We’re not friends, I think that’s pretty obvious.”

To add fuel to the fire, both Kristin Davis and Mario Cantone believe the sequel series ended too soon – and certainly not in a tasteful fashion.  Mario was a guest on Davis’ podcast and said, “I just wanted one more season.”  Kristin responded, “I agree, I absolutely wanted one more season too.”  Mario added, “I don’t care what anybody says.  That was not a series finale.  It was a season finale, but that wasn’t a series finale.”  Frankly, I think an overflowing toilet was the perfect visual metaphor for this ill-advised venture.

Last week, we discussed Hudson Williams walking the runway of Milan’s Fashion Week for Dsquared2.  Turns out, he wasn’t the only one – he was just first.  Connor Storrie did the same for Saint Laurent.  And then Vogue UK did something I didn’t expect.  After talking about Storrie’s modeling debut, they said, “with a leather-trenched François Arnaud never straying too far from his side.  The co-stars, who are believed to be dating, but could, of course, be best friends, or flatmates, were also seen leaving Hotel Costes together earlier that evening with the casual intimacy of two people who have shared each other’s bodies (on screen, I mean, with the viewing public).”  Except they are not connected at all on Heated Rivalry.  They ended the piece with this tantalizing quip: “And what does every great leading man in Hollywood have?  A rumoured boyfriend.”  Throw the words “Could it be” at the beginning, and you might as well be reading a Billy Masters item.  Surely I don’t mean to imply Vogue UK isn’t any more reputable than whatever publication you are reading this in.  Progress?  Perhaps.  The jury’s out.

I don’t watch Traitors.  There, I said it.  Not that I don’t like it – I’ve never seen it.  I’m absolutely convinced I’d love it if I bothered to turn it on.  That said, I have been following this Colton Underwood situation, and I know a thing or two about him.  What you have to understand is that most reality contestants are driven by one thing – the desire to be famous.  Colton is driven by this.  Not a criticism – in fact, something I admire.  But when you go on THREE seasons of Bachelor shows without interest in women (whatever degree of “questioning” he may have had), there is one thing for certain – he knows how to keep a secret.  Yes, many people will argue that he had issues, he had questions, he needed therapy.  Absolutely.  But what he needed even more was to be on TV.  So, stop the bashing of Michael Rapaport, who simply said of Colton that he’s “better at holding a secret than anyone I know.”

Then there’s the situation with Lisa Rinna – who I also have enormous affection for.  She claims she playfully called Colton a “stalker”.  Then she found out he actually had been accused of stalking Cassie Randolph, one of his many Bachelor exes (oh, those silly questioning boys).  Cassie even got a restraining order against him.  That’s why Rinna took back her accusation.  “It’s come to my attention that my post that I responded to in my ‘housewife mode’ is taking on a life of its own and it’s causing real problems for Colton.  I do not want this because Colton and I are great.  He was a great and is a great nemesis for me on the show and in the game…The fact that the backlash is happening, I feel horrible about because I don’t want to hurt anybody.  I’m here to play the game and have fun.  We had so much fun.  I’ve only always had a great time with him.  So, please guys be gentle.  It’s a game, it’s a TV show.  We’re all doing the best we can.  Don’t send death threats or do anything to jeopardize somebody’s family.”

“I know how to handle a stick.” 
– Gus Kenworthy campaigns for a role in season two of Heated Rivalry. 
But he’s got other fish to fry.  The ever-ambitious athlete secured
a spot on Team GB for the upcoming Olympics.

Sometimes you’ve just got to be patient.  An event 50 years in the making was just announced – a reunion of Charlie’s Angels.  Obviously since the death of Farrah Fawcett (Majors), it isn’t a reunion of the original cast.  But it’s the next best thing.  On April 6, 2026, Kate Jackson, Jaclyn Smith and Cheryl Ladd will attend a 50^th anniversary celebration at the PaleyFest LA.  You’d think the fact that they got Kate to show up (likely in a face mask) would be cause to celebrate, but there’s a fly in the ointment.  I never thought I’d say these words, but people are clamoring for Shelley Hack.  The least popular Angel in captivity is also the only living Angel not invited.  Of course, she still could show up.  Nobody’s saying she can’t buy a ticket.

Vying for second place in hot stories is this: “Don Lemon was taken into custody by federal agents last night in Los Angeles, where he was covering the Grammy Awards.”  That’s the statement from Lemon’s lawyer.  This stems from Lemon’s interviews of protesters and the pastor at an anti-ICE rally at Cities Church in St. Paul, Minnesota on January 18^th.  El Presidente took umbrage at the coverage, and the Department of Justice twice attempted to get an arrest warrant.  A Minnesota Federal District Court judge denied both requests.  Lemon and four others were charged with “Conspiracy Against Right of Religious Freedom at Place of Worship” and “Injure, Intimidate, and Interfere with Exercise of Right of Religious Freedom at a Place of Worship”.  That’s a whole lotta religious mumbo jumbo from someone who previously quoted Two Corinthians!

Jonathan Groff is proving to be Broadway’s MVP.  During his vacation last week, grosses for Just in Time plummeted by over 60%!  With his final show scheduled for March 29^th, producers were frantically negotiating with several big names.  After several declined, director Alex Timbers revealed their choice: “I’m absolutely thrilled to welcome Jeremy Jordan to Just in Time – his talent, charisma, and emotional fearlessness make him the perfect artist to step into the role of Bobby Darin.  We’re excited to tailor the show to Jeremy’s many gifts and make a version of the show unique to him.  Watching Jeremy bring Bobby’s swagger, vulnerability, and musical brilliance to life on Broadway is going to be electric, and I can’t wait for audiences to experience it.”

A casting change for Broadway musical Six is less smooth.  Starting on February 16^th, Dylan Mulvaney is taking on the role of Anne Boleyn.  As was the case with the historical queen in question, the reaction to Dylan’s casting has been decidedly mixed.  While many are applauding the hiring of a transgender actress, many others are attacking Dylan and the show.  As a result, the producers made their Twitter account private, and issued the following statement: “While we welcome passionate engagement with the show, aggressive, threatening or abusive behaviour is never acceptable.  As a production, we unequivocally condemn bullying in all its forms and remain committed to fostering a respectful, supportive environment for everyone involved.”

Since we’re talking Broadway, let’s go to this week’s Ask Billy question.  Victor in New Jersey asks,  “What ever happened to Magic Mike Live?  I saw it in Vegas and loved the reality show.  Is it ever coming to New York?”

Can I be honest with you, dear readers?  Victor’s question didn’t just come in – it hit my mailbox three months ago.  Back then, I didn’t have any details.  So, I dangled him along, as I’ve done to so many men before him.  I’m now happy to provide an answer.  Channing Tatum’s Magic Mike Live is poised to hit Times Square next fall in a new venue called Greenlight, located on 47^th and 8^th Avenue.  Those of you who know the area will recognize it as the last home of the infamous Copacabana (yes, of Lola the showgirl, when they used to have a show).  Magic Mike Live is described as “a 360-degree dance and acrobatic spectacular, with jaw-dropping dance moves, hilarious moments, and bold, immersive production design.  Ninety minutes of unforgettable entertainment, equal parts empowering and exhilarating.”  I notice the lack of the word nudity.  You had me, then you lost me.

When Channing’s boys can leave their clothes on, it’s definitely time to end another column.  Yes, I realize I didn’t mention anything about the Oscars.  What can I say – I’m a bit nonplussed.  But maybe it’s because every time I hear the name Ryan Coogler, I expect someone to come out with puppets.  If you get that, you’re just old enough to enjoy www.BillyMasters.com – the site that caters kids of all ages.  As always, you can send your questions along to Billy@BillyMasters.com and I promise to get back to you before Antoni is cast as Lola in Magic Mike Live (with a dress cut down to there).  Until next time, remember, one man’s filth is another man’s bible.

Liza Minnelli has released her first new material in 13 years, and it was created by AI.  That may sound like a big deal, but hasn’t Cher been doing it for decades?  Liza’s track is called “Kids Wait Till You Hear This”, which is also the title of her upcoming autobiography – because good titles are hard to find.  So are photos, since the cover art appears to be Liza circa 1970s.  Not so, says Minnelli.  “And the photograph?  Not retro.  Au Courant.”  What did they do, airbrush out the walker?  ‘Cause Liza cannot stand without assistance.  I’d more readily accept it as a lost Scavullo!  Anyway, Minnelli announced the venture with her typical exuberance: “Hi Kids, I’m happy as a clam, laughing like hell and losing my mind.  It’s all goin’ on at the time.”  I’ll have whatever she’s having – but make mine a single.  Liza is adamant that AI did not create her vocals.  “A few trolls didn’t bother to read the truth, check with me or my partners.  The shout outs are all mine.”  I can confirm that – it’s definitely her.  But I don’t think anyone was ever in a studio.  To me, it sounds like a voicemail she left for Michael Feinstein around 4AM.  The only thing missing is “Chanel, Dior, Lagerfeld, Givenchy, Gaultier, darling.  Names, names, names!”  Liza sums it up by saying, “Go listen, enjoy, and shake your pretty buns to the music, as we glide down the runway to send my book into the world and your very own hot hands.”  Did I mention that she only has the one track on the album, which also includes works from Art Garfunkel and, you guessed it, Michael Feinstein!  That tracks.  Speaking of which, you can hear the track on BillyMasters.com.

It’s hard to keep a good man down, but God knows I’ve tried.  With the cancellation of Boots, sexy Max Parker found himself suddenly on the market – professionally speaking, naturally.  As happens so often with hot guys, he bounced back relatively quickly.  He’s been cast on Prime Video’s God of War, which is based on the PlayStation game.  He’ll be playing Heimdall, the Watchman of Asgard.  I have no idea what any of those words mean.  My only hope is that his wardrobe will be as skimpy as my knowledge of all things Asgardian.

Speaking of Amazon, we’ve been waiting over two years for a sequel to Red, White & Royal Blue.  Well, the wait is over.  Last week, filming began on Red, White & Royal Wedding.  Taylor Zakhar Perez and Nicholas Galitzine were front and center with some clarification.  “I did want to say, we are here for Bea’s wedding,” said Taylor.  Wake me when they film Red, White & Royal Blue Ball.

Why the delay?  The lads have been mighty busy with other projects.  I don’t think anyone will complain when one of those features Galitzine as He-Man in Masters of the Universe.  That flick doesn’t drop until June 5^th, but the trailer and some photos of him in his flesh-exposing costume can be found on BillyMasters.com.

While in Milan for Fashion Week, Ricky Martin found himself thisclose with Hudson Williams.  The two were seated next to each other at the Armani show, which prompted Ricky to post a photo which he captioned, “Good food, better conversations, excellent seat neighbour”.  Even more interesting was one of the responses.  “I’d watch this show,” posted Ricky’s ex, Jwan Yosef.  The Heated Rivalry star was not just in Milan to hit some shows – he starred in one.  He was the first model at the Dsquared2 fashion show and entered down a snow-covered staircase. The whole show paid homage to the upcoming Winter Olympics in Milan.  And that’s fitting because Hudson and Connor Storrie were two of the Olympic torchbearers this past weekend.  They joined the relay in Feltre, Italy, and were cheered on by the crowds, as you can see on our website.

“Whoopi Goldberg and Sunny Hostin – a pair of useful
idiots that have no talent and very poorly rated TV show.” 
– Donald Trump comments on calls by The View co-hosts for him
to be removed via the 25^th Amendment.  If he thinks they are idiots,
I’m curious what he thinks they are “useful” for.

Chemistry – either you’ve got it, or you ain’t.  We’ve got it – my readers and me.  But it seems to be lacking with the outgoing cast of Queer Eye.  Sure, they turn it on for the cameras.  But how do you maintain that for ten years?  Bobby Berk showed you can’t.  And now it’s Karamo’s turn.  Last week, the cast made the rounds to promote the final season, but Karamo decided to sit this one out.  And he didn’t tell anyone until an hour in advance.  Have we learned nothing from Mo’Nique?  Getting hired is great.  Doing the work is a joy.  But promotion is part of the job.

First stop was CBS Mornings.  Gayle King devoted a good chunk of the interview to the elephant not in the room.  She read a statement from Karamo which said, in part, that he hoped he taught people to “focus on and to protect their mental health/peace from people or a world who seek to destroy it; which is why I can’t be there today.”  His assistant added that “he’s worried about being bullied”.  NBC’s Today with Jenna and Sheinelle was next, and Karamo actually sent a video to them.  He thanked every single person who worked on the show from the janitor to the brass – pointedly leaving out his co-hosts.  Karamo’s assistant said that “he has felt mentally and emotionally abused for years”, and that his therapist advised him to skip the interviews “to protect himself and his peace.”

The cast, being good little soldiers, stood by Karamo in absentia with smiles through gritted teeth.  Well, I think they were gritted teeth – I was distracted by Antoni sporting side-areola betwixt his unbuttoned shirt.  He said, “Families are complicated, and we’re definitely not excluded from that.”  Jeremiah was sobbing like a little girl, probably because his highlights were growing out.  Tan was very Zen about it.  And Jonathan…well, he said little.  But rumor has it, that’s not how he was on the set.  We hear that Karamo brought his mother to work one day.  She was in the control booth while they were taping.  During a break, Karamo left the room and “someone” in the cast (possibly in a frock) was trashing him on a hot mike – for Mom and everyone else to hear!  And of course there was that Rolling Stone piece a few years ago stating Van Ness was abusive and has “rage issues”.  Bottom line?  Karamo has his own show (for now), Antoni is the other breakout star due to his looks more than any specific talent…and the rest.

Our Ask Billy question comes from Walt in San Francisco.  “Did you see The Housemaid?  Who is that stud playing the husband?”

Not only did I see The Housemaid, I went to a cinema and PAID!  Here’s the kicker – I had a screener of it at home.  What can I say?  Bad movies work better in a crowd.  And I was right and wrong – it was bad.  But there was no crowd for a film starring Amanda Seyfried and Sydney Sweeney.  Thank God for Brandon Sklenar – a guy who is indeed gay porn star hot.  If you look for info about him online, here is the first thing you’ll read: “Brandon Tyler Feakins, known professionally as Brandon Sklenar, is an American actor known for his versatility and dedication to his craft.”  I dunno about all that – but he definitely has a dedication to his body.  In fact, I am ready to kneel before the altar of that body…and perhaps on top of it!  You can check out most of it (including an ass that won’t quit) on BillyMasters.com.

When someone is changing their name from Feakins to Sklenar, we’ve definitely come to the end of yet another column.  I mean, neither really roll off the tongue.  But upon further research, I learned Sklenar is his mother’s maiden name.  See?  Who else digs this deep?  Just part of the riches to be found on www.BillyMasters.com – the site that always goes deeper.  If you need me to go more in depth, just send a note to Billy@BillyMasters.com and I promise to get back to you before Gus straddles anything else.  So, until next time, remember, one man’s filth is another man’s bible.

From a new show to one celebrating its 50^th anniversary.  On January 14, 1976, The Bionic Woman premiered.  Fun fact – Lindsay Wagner almost didn’t take the initial guest starring role on The Six Million Dollar Man.  However, it was her sister Randi’s favorite series, so she took it.  And the rest is history.

On the day this column drops, Dolly Parton will turn 80!  A number of her colleagues planned a celebration at the Grand Ole Opry over the weekend.  But Dolly cancelled.  “I just wanted to say how much it means to me that you’re all coming together again this year to celebrate my big ol’ birthday with some of my songs.  Some of my favorite memories happened right here onstage at the Grand Ole Opry, and I wish I could be there in person, but I’ll be sending you all my love, for sure.  So, you have the best night ever.”  Does anyone have Dolly in their 2026 pool?

Didya know Joel Kim Booster rang out the old year by getting married?  On December 30^th, Booster tied the knot with John Michael Sudsina at the Exploratorium science museum in San Francisco.  Reports indicate that there were 167 guests, including Booster’s pals Bowen Yang and Matt Rogers.  Photos can be found on our website.

Luke Evans will helm a Broadway revival of The Rocky Horror Show starting March 26.  When asked about getting cast as Frank-n-Furter, he said, “I always wanted to do Broadway, I just didn’t think I would be in stilettos and fishnets.”  Funny, that’s how I always picture him.  He’s excited for the challenge and said his take would be “different and unique”.  The show’s director will be Sam Pinkleton, who won the Tony for directing Oh, Mary!

Speaking of Oh, Mary!, someone new is slipping into Mary’s crinoline – perhaps the oldest Mary of all.  Starting on February 3^rd, John Cameron Mitchell will play the First Lady for a 12-week run.  Can the creator of Hedwig bring a little “je ne sais quoi” to the role?  My money’s on him.

Another off-Broadway sensation is headed to the Great White Way.  Titanique made a splash when it opened in 2020.  Now the show is headed to the Main Stem, and it’s kept some of its kooky, original cast, including Frankie Grande, who will reprise his role as Victor Garber.  He’ll be joined by Jim Parsons as Rose’s mother and dynamic diva Deborah Cox as the Unsinkable Molly Brown.  The show begins previews on March 26^th at the St. James Theatre for a strictly 12-week run.

The hit of Provincetown last summer was Golden Mean Girls – a mashup of Golden Girls and Mean Girls from Jamie Morris, the mastermind behind Mommie Queerest.  Now it’s hitting the road.  First stop – Boston’s Club Café for one night only, on February 7^th.  Not only will Jamie return as Blanche, but he’ll be joined by the entire original cast.  Grab your tickets at ClubCafe.com.  Tell ‘em Billy sent you.