Jonathan Van Ness is so much more than just the hair and skin guru – and master of epic one-liners – on Netflix's hit makeover show "Queer Eye." The Fab Five member is also a podcaster, hopeful figure skating prodigy, fashion icon and comedian.Can you believe?Van Ness, who was in Japan filming for "Queer Eye" earlier this month, will be at the Tower Theater in Upper Darby on Feb. 28 to kick off his "Road to Beijing" comedy tour.Ahead of the show, PhillyVoice quickly caught up with him to talk stand-up, Michelle Kwan, Instagram and what he's currently watching on Netflix.In your words, what can fans expect from your comedy show?Tons of laughs, ample Olympic history, a dash of cirque du so gay entertainment, and a night of gorgeous comedy!How would you describe your brand of stand-up comedy?I’m a storyteller. I’m raw but not in a super dark way. I am organic and fair trade.Have you had a chance to visit Philadelphia before? Any thoughts on our … [Read more...] about Q&A with Jonathan Van Ness from ‘Queer Eye’ ahead of his ‘Road to Beijing’ tour
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Hillary Clinton Dings Donald Trump Over Stolen 2016 Campaign Slogan
POLITICS 02/13/2019 03:10 am ET Clinton hit back on Trump's favorite social media platform. By Lee Moran Hillary Clinton had a withering response to President Donald Trump’s repurposing of her old campaign slogan. Twitter users tittered Monday after the Republican National Committee turned Trump’s “we’re only getting stronger together” line from his rally in El Paso, Texas, into a graphic. They noted its striking similarity to Clinton’s “Stronger Together” slogan from 2016, when she was the Democratic candidate for president. Clinton reacted via Trump’s favorite social media platform on Tuesday: Now copy my plan on health care, a fairer tax system, and voting rights. https://t.co/AGyA6ZHl1R https://t.co/OuFklznJgf— Hillary Clinton (@HillaryClinton) February 12, 2019 “Now copy my plan on health care, a fairer tax system, and voting rights,” wrote the former secretary of state. Clinton also linked … [Read more...] about Hillary Clinton Dings Donald Trump Over Stolen 2016 Campaign Slogan
Three Netflix shows to help you de-stress after the midterm election
Now that the votes have been counted in the 2018 midterm elections, it's time for a break from the attack ads and partisan politics.Take your mind off election day and de-stress with a comforting, feel-good TV show. Below are three soothing Netflix shows you should watch today.via GIPHYEscape from America completely with this charming British baking competition, where amateurs try their very best. Pour yourself a nice cup of tea and settle in for hours of wholesome entertainment. The people on this show are so supportive of each other, especially as competitors – it really is heartwarming to see.Currently there are five seasons available to watch on Netflix, with the next season coming out Friday.Netflix's hit reboot is so much more than a makeover show. The Fab Five – Jonathan Van Ness, Bobby Berk, Tan France, Antoni Porowski and Karamo Brown – bring a sweetness and a positivity to the world.Powerful episodes prove having a conversation with someone … [Read more...] about Three Netflix shows to help you de-stress after the midterm election
Jonathan Van Ness Reminds People Of George H.W. Bush’s AIDS Crisis Shortcomings
POLITICS 12/05/2018 02:27 pm ET Bush died on Nov. 30, on the eve of World AIDS Day. By Antonia Blumberg As George H.W. Bush was eulogized on Wednesday, Jonathan Van Ness posted on Twitter to remind people of the 41st president’s failure to adequately address the AIDS epidemic while he was in office. “Serving our country is great but remembering people and their actions clearly and accurately is important,” the “Queer Eye” star wrote. People died of HIV / AIDS when George HW Bush left office. His inaction allowed the virus to spread, stigma to grow, and so many vulnerable people in the cold. He served our country yes, but his hand guided so many towards HIV & stigma that still lasts today.— Jonathan Van Ness (@jvn) December 5, 2018 Serving our country is great but remembering people and their actions clearly and accurately is important. This could happen again, as the current admin has no plan for HIV/ AIDS … [Read more...] about Jonathan Van Ness Reminds People Of George H.W. Bush’s AIDS Crisis Shortcomings
To beard or not to beard
PUBLISHED: 12:01 18 November 2018 Stacia Briggs Mark Young, director of Swagger and Jacks on Orford Hill in Norwich. PHOTO BY SIMON FINLAY ARCHANT NORFOLK If we thought the beard had reached its peak several years ago, it would seem that it is yet to descend from that summit. Ahead of International Men’s Day on November 18, we look at the continued shunning of the razor. Swagger and Jacks client Brian Mahan came third in his category at the British Beard and Moustache Championship 2018. Pictured on the left is Swagger and Jacks' owner Mark Young (C) Swagger and JacksSome of us thought it would be a furry-faced fad, but the beard revolution seems set to stay.The facial hair explosion (literally, in the case of those to whom grooming is a foreign concept) started to creep from Hollywood to British streets in 2013 after the Oscar and Bafra season showcased a plethora of bearded celebrities such as Bradley Cooper, George Clooney and Ben Affleck.In … [Read more...] about To beard or not to beard