Minnesota Vikings punter Chris Kluwe supports the freedom to marry
Posted on Jun 29, 2012 at 11:15 am
Chris Kluwe, a punter for the NFL's Minnesota Vikings, has started speaking out in opposition of a proposed anti-gay constitutional amendment that will go before Minnesota's voters in November. His advocacy shines out in the world of sports, where few players have publicly expressed their support for the freedom to marry.
SLIDESHOW: Top pop culture freedom to marry moments in June
Posted on Jun 29, 2012 at 09:00 am
It's already been a huge summer for the freedom to marry, with President Obama's comments about marriage for same-sex couples and movement in states facing ballot initiatives. But in the entertainment and pop culture world, the freedom to marry has also been gaining significant visibility. Here, we look at nine marriage moments and applaud their positive media representation.
Freedom to Marry board member Jordan Roth (and advocate Audra McDonald) win Tony Awards
Posted on Jun 11, 2012 at 05:20 pm
Last night, at the 66th Annual Tony Awards, Freedom to Marry board member Jordan Roth took home one of the top awards for producing Clybourne Park. Fellow marriage supporter Audra McDonald won her fifth Tony for her moving and passionate performance in The Gershwin's Porgy and Bess.
President Obama discusses marriage on ‘The View’
Posted on May 16, 2012 at 05:00 pm
On Tuesday's episode of 'The View,' President Barack Obama spoke about his recent endorsement of the freedom to marry.
Say, “I do” to Standing on Ceremony
Posted on Nov 03, 2011 at 10:06 am
Freedom to Marry is proud to partner with Standing on Ceremony, which tells stories of life and love with laughter and tears, following committed gay and lesbian couples through the ups and downs of building a life together -- in short, the reasons why marriage matters to gay people, too.
Lady Gaga talks about marriage on “The View”
Posted on Aug 02, 2011 at 03:38 pm
Lady Gaga spoke about marriage in New York in yesterday's "View" interview.
NOH8 releases new celebrity video in support of the Say I Do campaign!
Posted on Aug 02, 2011 at 01:35 pm
Today the NOH8 campaign launched a PSA video as part of Freedom to Marry’s Say I Do campaign starring Larry King, David Hasselhoff, Sara Bareilles, Trina, Tommy Joe Ratliff, Bret Lockett, and Verne Troyer.
New York Ranger Sean Avery Comes Out for Marriage
Posted on May 09, 2011 at 01:48 pm
New York Ranger Sean Avery became the first professional athlete in New York to announce his support for the freedom to marry.
“We Wanted to Be a Family”
Posted on Jan 24, 2011 at 02:30 pm
Why do people get married? There are plenty of practical reasons that might not be so romantic – but for most of us, it's to bring a relationship to the next level. It's a declaration of love and commitment in front of family, friends, and the world. That was the reason for Chris Herbert and Tim Long.
Charles Barkley speaks out against anti-gay discrimination
Posted on Jan 19, 2011 at 09:30 am
Freedom to Marry Voice for Equality, Charles Barkley, spoke out Monday during a pre-game tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. against anti-gay discrimination.