LGBTQ

Julie d'Aubigny Facts

Sharp Facts About Julie d’Aubigny, The Lady Duellist

Julie d’Aubigny was the mistress of one man, the wife of abother, and had a secret affair of her own—and it all came to a spectacular zenith in 1687.
January 22, 2024 Kyle Climans
Sal Mineo Facts

Troubled Facts About Sal Mineo, Hollywood’s Tragic Tough Guy

Sal Mineo was one of the first openly queer actors, and his affairs in Hollywood ignited the gossip mill like no other—right up until his chilling end.
January 9, 2024 Eli Artman
Eleanor Roosevelt Facts

Steely Facts About Eleanor Roosevelt, The Reluctant First Lady

It’s hard to think of a First Lady who played a more influential role in her lifetime than Eleanor Roosevelt—but few remember her tragic history.
January 8, 2024 Kyle Climans
Edwina Mountbatten Facts

Infamous Facts About Edwina Mountbatten, The High-Society Rebel

Edwina Mountbatten was the most scandalous aristocrat of the 20th century. If her name isn’t well known today, maybe that’s because of her tragic end.
January 5, 2024 Dancy Mason
queer people in history

Colorful Facts About History's Most Fascinating Queer People

Queer People in History Facts. From Ancient Greece to Renaissance Europe, queer people have always existed. Cheers to life, love, and LGBTQ+ history!
December 16, 2023 Scott Mazza


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