Dana Carvey’s ‘Church Lady’ Grills Donald Trump and ‘Lucifer in the Flesh’ on SNL: WATCH

Well isn’t that special?

Dana Carvey’s Church Lady returned to SNL last night for the show’s cold open in which she took a dig at Madonna, Beyoncé, and her new album Lemonade, before introducing her own Church Lady Lemonade.

“It’s fresh squeezed, just like Jay-Z’s naughty parts.”

Church Lady then turned to the U.S. presidential race and introduced its latest drop-out, Ted “Lucifer in the Flesh” Cruz.

She noted that they have a lot in common “Cause we love Jesus more than anybody!”

Said Cruz: “I do pray to God often and I think that everything that happened was part of God’s plan.”

Replied the Church Lady: “Really? It was God’s plan for you to get humiliated by an orange mannequin?”

Next up was The Tangerine Tornado, Donald J Trump and his family – Melania, Ivanka, and a random model who tags along with them.

Said the Church Lady:

“Donny there are those who say you’re not qualified and that’s not true. You know I remember a Celebrity Apprentice episode where Gary Busey didn’t sell enough pancakes and you just said ‘you’re fired’ and I thought right then and there, give that man the nuclear codes.”

Watch:

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Gay Iconography: The Future’s Bright For Alex Newell

It’s premature to call 23-year-old Alex Newell a gay icon just yet, but the gender-bending actor and singer has been the voice behind a recent string of irresistible dance tracks. Despite missing disco’s peak by nearly two decades, Newell’s powerful, soulful voice recalls the legendary Martha Wash, while his style and attitude reminds us of the true disco diva, Sylvester.

In addition to his music, you probably recognize Newell for his work on Fox’s Glee. Newell first gained attention competing on Oxygen’s reality competition The Glee Project which mined MySpace for actors to join the series at its creative and popular peak. He didn’t win, but his memorable performances (sometimes in full drag) struck a chord with the show’s creators. Newell brought us the first transgender teen on network primetime TV as Unique debuting in the show’s third season. He also appeared in the independent film Geography Club about a secret support group for gay teens.

Newell has also been active in the LGBT community, performing at Pride and charity events for The Trevor Project, the Human Rights Campaign and others. He’s also received special recognition from GLAAD.

If your summer playlist is in desperate need of a disco boost, put on your dancing shoes and check out some of our favorite Alex Newell performances below.

Newell’s portrayal of Unique on Glee was a milestone for trans teen representation, but it wasn’t met without any ire. Commentator/neanderthal Bill O’Reilly expressed concern that the character would encourage children to be confused about their gender.

Newell said, “When people don’t understand something their first reaction is to hate it,” he said to The Advocate. “But [the LGBT community] isn’t going away. We’re a part of everyday life and people need to be educated.”

The above clip showcases Unique’s struggles with the bathrooms at school, an issue that’s become more prominent in recent headlines. The character would go on to deal with crushes and even performed a knockout number with a trans choir in later seasons. “Playing Unique hasn’t changed how I feel about myself,”

Newell told Out Magazine. “But it has changed how I hold myself. Unique is so confident that I found myself [saying], ‘You need to be the role model that your character intends you to be.’”

Newell’s been spotted singing at Pride events around the country, but one of his most memorable moments came at New York City’s AIDS Walk in 2013 where the young singer wowed the crowd (including Martha Wash) with his performance of “I Know Where I’ve Been” from Hairspray.

When Newell lends vocals to a dance track, it immediately pumps up the power. Our favorite guest spot was on The Knocks’ tune “Collect My Love.” You can see director Austin Peters’ ode to the NY club scene in the video above. Additionally, Newell added must-hear vocals to Clean Bandit’s “Stronger” and Blonde’s “All Cried Out.”

Recently, Newell went full disco for HBO’s 1970s period drama Vinyl. The resulting “Kill the Lights,” with DJ Cassidy and Nile Rodgers, is a strong contender for Song of the Summer.

Newell’s own work is just as polished. On his debut EP, Power, released earlier this year, his voice soars over six dance-pop tracks. The debut single, “This Ain’t Over” was pure dance perfection, but we’re partial to “Basically Over You.” The video features Newell seeking revenge on an ex portrayed by America’s Next Top Model and Dancing With the Stars “sexually fluid” hunk Nyle DiMarco.

What’s your favorite Alex Newell jam?

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VIDEO: Powerful ad debuts featuring parents, their transgender kids

www.glaad.org/blog/video-powerful-ad-debuts-featuring-parents-their-transgender-kids

U.S. Diplomat Hanscom Smith Weds Eric Lu

The wedding of an American diplomat has sparked conversation about same-sex marriage in China.

www.advocate.com/marriage-equality/2016/5/07/us-diplomat-hanscom-smith-weds-eric-lu

The Advocate Wins Maggie Award for Best Web Publication

The Western Publishing Association honored The Advocate with two awards for excellence in journalism.

www.advocate.com/media/2016/5/07/advocate-wins-maggie-award-best-web-publication

Donald Trump Made the Unwise Decision to Call Elizabeth Warren ‘Goofy’ on Twitter

On Tuesday night, shortly after Donald Trump became the presumptive Republican nominee for President, Elizabeth Warren unleashed on Trump in a barrage of truth-telling. It took him three days to respond, but the results were glorious once again.

Read the Elizabeth Warren Donald Trump tweetstorm:

.@realDonaldTrump is now the leader of the @GOP. It’s real – he is one step away from the White House.

— Elizabeth Warren (@elizabethforma) May 4, 2016

Here’s what else is real: @realDonaldTrump has built his campaign on racism, sexism, and xenophobia.

— Elizabeth Warren (@elizabethforma) May 4, 2016

There’s more enthusiasm for @realDonaldTrump among leaders of the KKK than leaders of the political party he now controls.

— Elizabeth Warren (@elizabethforma) May 4, 2016

.@realDonaldTrump incites supporters to violence, praises Putin, and is “cool with being called an authoritarian.”

— Elizabeth Warren (@elizabethforma) May 4, 2016

.@realDonaldTrump attacks vets like @SenJohnMcCain who were captured & puts our servicemembers at risk by cheerleading illegal torture.

— Elizabeth Warren (@elizabethforma) May 4, 2016

And @realDonaldTrump puts out out contradictory & nonsensical national security ideas one expert called “incoherent” & “truly bizarre.”

— Elizabeth Warren (@elizabethforma) May 4, 2016

It will determine whether we move forward as one nation or splinter at the hands of one man’s narcissism and divisiveness.

— Elizabeth Warren (@elizabethforma) May 4, 2016

I’m going to fight my heart out to make sure @realDonaldTrump’s toxic stew of hatred & insecurity never reaches the White House.

— Elizabeth Warren (@elizabethforma) May 4, 2016

Trump waited until last night to respond, but Warren was ready.

Let’s properly check goofy Elizabeth Warren’s records to see if she is Native American. I say she’s a fraud!

— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) May 6, 2016

Goofy Elizabeth Warren, Hillary Clinton’s flunky, has a career that is totally based on a lie. She is not Native American.

— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) May 6, 2016

I called out @realDonaldTrump on Tuesday. 45 million saw it. He’s so confident about his “counter punch” he waited until Friday night. Lame.

— Elizabeth Warren (@elizabethforma) May 7, 2016

“Goofy,” @realDonaldTrump? For a guy with “the best words” that’s a pretty lame nickname. Weak!

— Elizabeth Warren (@elizabethforma) May 7, 2016

We saw what happened when birthers like @realDonaldTrump attacked @BarackObama. They lost big. American voters knew better.

— Elizabeth Warren (@elizabethforma) May 7, 2016

We saw when Scott Brown attacked my family & his staff made tomahawk chops & war whoops. They lost big. MA voters knew better.

— Elizabeth Warren (@elizabethforma) May 7, 2016

RELATED: Scott Brown Staffers Mock Elizabeth Warren with Native American War Whoops, Tomahawk Chops: VIDEO

.@realdonaldtrump is a bully who has a single play in his playbook — offensive lies thrown at anyone who calls him out.

— Elizabeth Warren (@elizabethforma) May 7, 2016

.@realDonaldTrump spews insults and lies because he can’t have an honest conversation about his dangerous vision for America.

— Elizabeth Warren (@elizabethforma) May 7, 2016

But here’s the thing. You can beat a bully — not by tucking tail and running, but by holding your ground.

— Elizabeth Warren (@elizabethforma) May 7, 2016

RELATED: Elizabeth Warren Responds to Scott Brown’s Attacks on Her Race: VIDEO

If you think recycling Scott Brown’s hate-filled attacks on my family is going to shut me up, @realDonaldTrump, think again buddy. Weak.

— Elizabeth Warren (@elizabethforma) May 7, 2016

RELATED: Elizabeth Warren Wins U.S. Senate Race in Massachusetts

The @GOP‘s hate-filled lies didn’t scare me before, @realDonaldTrump. And they don’t scare me now.

— Elizabeth Warren (@elizabethforma) May 7, 2016

.@realDonaldTrump lied his way through the primaries without being held accountable. That’s over.

— Elizabeth Warren (@elizabethforma) May 7, 2016

Whatever @realDonaldTrump says, we won’t shut up. We won’t back down. This election is too important, & he won’t step foot in White House.

— Elizabeth Warren (@elizabethforma) May 7, 2016

Goofy Elizabeth Warren and her phony Native American heritage are on a Twitter rant. She is too easy! I’m driving her nuts.

— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) May 7, 2016

Goofy Elizabeth Warren is weak and ineffective. Does nothing. All talk, no action — maybe her Native American name?

— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) May 7, 2016

No, @realDonaldTrump – your racism, sexism & xenophobia doesn’t drive me nuts. It makes me sick. And I’m not alone.

— Elizabeth Warren (@elizabethforma) May 7, 2016

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