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Octavia Spencer, Tim Cook, & Madelaine Petsch Are Honored at GLSEN Respect Awards

Oct 26, 2019
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Octavia Spencer and Tim Cook pose together with their awards while attending the 2019 GLSEN Respect Awards on Friday (October 25) at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Beverly Hills, Calif.

The Oscar-winning actress was presented with the Inspiration Award while Tim, the CEO of Apple, was honored with the Champion Award.

Madelaine Petsch represented the Riverdale cast and accepted the Gamechanger Award!

Also in attendance at the event were Jonathan Bennett, Connor Franta, Liv Hewson, Our Lady J, Chelsea Kane, Judith Light, Mary McCormack, Melissa Peterman, and Glen Powell.

FYI: Madelaine is wearing an Ingie Paris dress. Jonathan is wearing Dolce&Gabbana.

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Issa Rae Soaks Up the Sun With Samsung at Art Basel!

Dec 07, 2018
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Issa Rae is teaming up with Samsung at Art Basel!

The 33-year-old actress stepped out for Samsung /make Creators Brunch on Friday afternoon (December 7) in Miami, Fla.

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Issa looked chic in a silk, lilac suit at the beach side gathering.

The brunch brought together a group of creators including YouTuber Connor Franta and videographer Alfredo Flores.

During the afternoon, the group shared Samsung's message that anyone can be a creator and all they need is an idea and a smartphone.

YouTuber Connor Franta Shares Advice for Coming Out of the Closet

Aug 24, 2018
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Connor Franta gives the camera a smoldering look in this new black-and-white shot for RAW.

Here's what the 25-year-old YouTube star had to share with the mag:

On how he found his own aesthetic: "Trial and error. Just try things and figure out what works for you personally. Also, I’ve also been doing this for seven years, so it takes time (laughs). It just comes with time and practice."

On the moment he realized social media was blowing up: "It was probably right after the first VidCon I went to. It was absolutely insane. I went as a fan, but I was also getting recognized a little bit for making YouTube videos too, so it just started to become more and more real because I was meeting people in the same industry and I had people wanting to meet me for doing something that I had admired for so long. So that was kind of like the first moment—that first 'oh s--t' moment."

On his advice for anyone who’s afraid to come out of the closet: "Take your time. It’s very, very situational, so make sure you’re in a safe environment and make sure the time is right for you. Don’t let anyone pressure you into coming into yourself too early, that is a personal decision. So know that it will happen eventually, it will happen in your own time, and everything will be okay."

For more from Connor, visit RAWPages.com.

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Lily Collins Leads The Pack at Star-Studded WE Day Charity Concert!

Mar 07, 2018
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Lily Collins keeps it cool and casual while posing for a photograph at We Day UK held at the Wembley Arena on Wednesday (March 7) in London, England.

"You aren't alone. You're never alone," the 28-year-old actress expressed on stage. "When we use our voices to speak out and share our stories, we create a positive space for others to do the same. It’s time to take our power back and be brave."

Lily was joined at the event by Princess Beatrice and Princess Eugenie, as well as Connor Franta, Tallia Storm and performer Alexandra Burke.

"That's a wrap #WEDay! Thank you @WeMovement for including me in another inspiring day and giving us the opportunity to encourage and build each other up," Lily captioned with her Instagram post. "Never thought I'd be able to stand on the Wembley stage let alone in front of such an inspiring and empowering crowd. What an honor! See you next time on the blue carpet! More on my stories..."

Zendaya Honored as Gamechanger at GLSEN Respect Awards

Oct 21, 2017
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Congratulations are in order for Zendaya!

The 21-year-old actress and singer was an honoree at the 2017 GLSEN Respect Awards on Friday (October 20) at the Beverly Wilshire Hotel in Los Angeles.

She stunned in an orange blouse, grey skirt, and fuchsia-colored heels, styling her hair into side-swept waves. Zendaya finished off her look with silver jewelry.

She was joined by Alisha Boe, honorary co-chair Connor Franta, Tommy Dorfman, and Charlie Carver.

Zendaya and Connor both spoke on stage during the ceremony, and Zendaya received the Gamechanger Award for her advocacy and activism.

Also in attendance were the Gay, Lesbian, & Straight Education Network's National Student Council members. The organization's mission is to ensure that every member of every school community is valued and respected regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

For his birthday this year, Connor designed a sweatshirt, t-shirt, and baseball cap with all proceeds going to GLSEN.

FYI: Zendaya is wearing Calvin Klein 205W39NYC with a Bulgari ring.

25+ pictures inside of Zendaya and more at the ceremony... More Here! »

Heidi Klum, Ashley Greene, & More Stars Glam Up for amfAR Gala in L.A.

Oct 14, 2017
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Heidi Klum, Ashley Greene, and Connie Britton hit the carpet in their glam looks at the 2017 amfAR Gala held at the Green Acres Estate on Friday (October 13) in Beverly Hills, Calif.

Some of the other stars in attendance at the event included Sophia Bush, Michelle Rodriguez, Dita Von Teese, Victoria Justice, Natasha Bedingfield, Jesse Metcalfe and fiancee Cara Santana, fashion blogger Aimee Song, Sistine Stallone, social star Connor Franta, and American Horror Story's Cheyenne Jackson, Leslie Grossman, and Colton Haynes.

FYI: Heidi is wearing a Ralph & Russo Couture dress and Lorraine Schwartz jewelry. Ashley is wearing Neil Lane jewelry. Sophia is wearing a Galvin jumpsuit and a Vatanika duster. Dita is wearing an Ulyana Sergeenko dress. Cara is wearing a Monique Lhuillier gown and Alexis Bittar earrings. Victoria is wearing a PatBo dress with jewelry by Djula and Maxior. Aimee is wearing a PatBo dress. Sistine is wearing a PatBo dress.

30+ pictures inside of stars at the amfAR Gala... More Here! »

Paris Jackson, Julia Michaels, Sasha Pieterse & More Step Out for People Mag’s Ones To Watch Party 2017!

Oct 05, 2017
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Paris Jackson, Julia Michaels and Sasha Pieterse strike a pose on the carpet while attending People Magazine's 2017 Ones To Watch Party held at NeueHouse Hollywood on Wednesday (October 4) in Los Angeles.

The three ladies were joined at the event by Natalie Morales, The Walking Dead's Ross Marquand, It star Wyatt Oleff, Francia Raisa, Moana's Auli'i Cravalho, Damon J. Gillespie, Connor Franta, Haters Back Off star Colleen Ballinger, Cassie Scerbo and Karrueche Tran.

Also in attendance at the celebration was Dancing with the Stars' Valentin Chmerkovskiy, Jordan Fisher, Lindsay Arnold, and Frankie Muniz with girlfriend Paige Price, Ty Dolla Sign, James Maslow, Violett Beane, Emma Kenney, Beau Mirchoff, Marcus Scribner, Lauren Ash, Alisha Marie, Emily Kinney, Scott Michael Foster, Noel Wells, Austin Abrams, Chandler Kinney, Niki Koss and Sterling Beaumon, Jack Quaid, Victoria Arlen, Ivana Baquero, Francia Raisa, Olivia Jade and her mom Lori Loughlin, Serinda Swan and Trevor Jackson.

FYI: Paris is wearing Andreas Kronthaler for Vivienne Westwood with Sarah Flint shoes. Ivana is wearing HOUSE OF CB. Alisha is wearing an Allen Schwartz jumpsuit, Aldo sandal and Vince Camilo clutch. Lindsay is wearing a PrettyLittleThing x Olivia Culpo Collection dress.