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In his new book, a combination business memoir and personal journey titled "Who Knew," former television, movie and media executive Barry Diller opens up about topics he says he had vowed never to talk about in public, including his early relationships with men, as well as his decades-long relationship and 24-year-marriage to fashion designer Diane von Furstenberg. Diller tells correspondent Tracy Smith he refused to open up about his private life previously because, "I think I was a coward."
Pope Francis, who died at 88 last month, was the first pontiff to be publicly inclusive of the LGBTQ Catholic community.
The Trevor Project CEO Jaymes Black joins "CBS Mornings "to respond to leaked Trump administration documents suggesting potential cuts to suicide prevention support for LGBTQ youth.
In this web exclusive, actor and playwright Cole Escola talks with correspondent Mo Rocca about the genesis of the Broadway farce "Oh, Mary!," the over-the-top comedy about Mary Todd Lincoln and her secret passion of becoming a cabaret star, for which Escola earned two Tony Award nominations. Escola also discusses their childhood in Oregon and early experiences in New York City, and gives Rocca a tour of their bespoke-decorated dressing room.
Actor and playwright Cole Escola is the force behind the Broadway hit "Oh, Mary!" It's an over-the-top comedy about Mary Todd Lincoln and her secret passion of becoming a cabaret star, while her husband, Abe, is trying to win the Civil War. Correspondent Mo Rocca talks with Escola about their unlikely route from a childhood in a trailer in rural Oregon, to receiving two Tony nominations, for best actor and best play.
"Transgender women will no longer be able to play" women's soccer in England, the national Football Association says after a key U.K. ruling.
Renée Richards believes the fierce debate over trans athletes has fueled broader attacks on trans rights.
Organizers say several Pride Month events at the Kennedy Center have been canceled or relocated as the institution pivots under President Trump's leadership. Ashraf Khalil, reporter for The Associated Press, joins CBS News with more.
In the wake of the cancellations, Washington's Capital Pride Alliance has disassociated itself from the Kennedy Center.
Karine Jean-Pierre — who will be one of NYC Pride's grand marshals this year — was the first openly LGBTQ person hired as White House press secretary.
