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    Queerty

    "LGBTQ news, entertainment, and pop culture with wit and irreverence."

    Founded 2005
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    About

    Queerty launched in 2005 as a scrappy blog by David Hauslaib, quickly becoming a go-to source for LGBTQ news and entertainment. The site combines sharp commentary on pop culture with breaking stories on politics, rights, and community issues. By June 2015, it was drawing over five million monthly unique visitors, resonating with a broad queer audience. Hauslaib, a former media analyst, built the site on a mix of wit, irreverence, and serious journalism, covering everything from film premieres to Supreme Court rulings.

    The publication has evolved with the digital landscape, maintaining a loyal readership through its distinctive voice and focus on representation. Queerty's coverage spans celebrity interviews, reviews of TV shows and movies, and opinion pieces that often spark conversation. It operates without a paywall, relying on advertising and a dedicated editorial team to keep content free and accessible.

    In 2019, Q.Digital acquired Queerty, adding it to a portfolio that includes the lesbian-focused site AfterEllen. Under parent company leadership, the site has expanded video content on YouTube and increased coverage of anti-LGBTQ legislation in U.S. statehouses. The editorial team, led by editor-in-chief Graham Gremore, continues to blend humor with hard news, positioning Queerty as the fun but informed friend in LGBTQ media.

    Products & Sub-brands

    Queerty.comQueerty YouTube ChannelQueerty Podcast

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Who owns Queerty?
    Queerty is owned by Q.Digital, a digital media company that also operates AfterEllen and other LGBTQ properties. It was originally founded by David Hauslaib in 2005 and acquired by Q.Digital in 2019.
    Who is the CEO of Queerty?
    Queerty does not have its own CEO; it is part of Q.Digital, whose CEO is Michael Alvear. The editor-in-chief, currently Graham Gremore, leads the day-to-day editorial operations.
    Is Queerty still in business?
    Yes, Queerty is very much still in business and actively publishing daily. It remains one of the most-read LGBTQ news and entertainment sites, with millions of monthly visitors and a strong social media presence.
    What is Queerty worth?
    Queerty's exact valuation is not publicly known. As a privately held property within Q.Digital, its worth is not disclosed, but its reach (over 5 million monthly unique visitors at peak) suggests a solid mid-tier digital media valuation.
    Queerty vs PinkNews: What's the difference?
    Queerty focuses more on U.S. pop culture, entertainment, and irreverent commentary, while PinkNews is UK-based with a broader global breaking-news focus. Queerty leans into snark and humor; PinkNews is more straightforward and news-aggregator style.

    Keywords

    LGBTQqueernewsentertainmentpop culturedigital mediablogQ.DigitalDavid Hauslaib

    Company Info

    Founded
    2005
    Founder
    David Hauslaib
    Industry
    Digital Media
    Parent Company
    Q.Digital
    Editor-in-Chief
    Graham Gremore
    Monthly Unique Visitors (2015)
    5 million

    Official Website

    queerty.com/

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