A lot has changed for LGBTQ people over the last 20 or so years. And don't put your own prejudices or fears about sexuality on your children." In the past year, Zeke has also broken into the CBD industry alongside his father, Isiah Thomas. Primarily a pop remix producer, DJ Tony Moran helped usher in the “freestyle” era during the late ’80s and early ’90s and is the only openly gay DJ to reach the #1 spot on the Billboard charts twice—once with “Walk Away” featuring Kristine W and another with “Keep Your Body Working” featuring Martha Wash, both in 2007. Out as a bisexual woman, she's married to the actor Cyrus Wilcox, with whom she has a child, Elijah. https://soundcloud.com/hollywoodrecpromo/demi-lovato-neon-lights-tracy, https://soundcloud.com/tracyyoung/hold-it-against-me-tracy. The 64-year-old remixer/producer has been at the forefront of New York’s club scene for more than four decades, but is probably best known for his public falling out with Madonna after releasing a track that remixed an angry voicemail she left him. Zeke Thomas has inherited a sealed envelope from his grandfather, an esteemed senator. About. Vienna Pharaon. We have no idea who the nutjob that said that was, but we do know he’s dead wrong. "Many children are not given that same level of love and guidance. And the music samples above just prove my point – how many high profile straight DJs are dropping Madonna, Britney, Rihanna or Mariah Carey songs in their sets? I’m perplexed that your list would just do 4 staples and introduce a new person. Instagram / Ariel Shepherd-Oppenheim / https://www.instagram.com/shoppenheim, In a letter on the subject of LGBT rights. In a letter on the subject of LGBT rights, she also wrote that "one of the great privileges of my life [is] to have been allowed to be a part of Sam's journey.". @zeke_thomas. Aiming to raise awareness of sexual assault, Zeke Thomas, the son of NBA star Isiah Thomas has revealed that he has been raped on two occasions. "I don't remember a time when I had the thought that, 'Oh, my God...my mother is gay!' Zeke Thomas Thomas spins an eclectic set of different genres, mostly consisting of a blend of House, Hip-hop, classic and current R&B, Pop, … Just the same, there wasn't a day when I thought, 'Oh, now my daughter is gay!' When her son, James Duke Mason, came out at the age of fourteen, he told Belinda and his friends—but not his father. And he still seems to be doing pretty well—E.J. that thing we never talk about. He has been in one celebrity relationship. Thomas and his wife Lynn Kendall met while they were students at Indiana University. “High profile dj’s”? Zeke Thomas says his parents always knew that he was gay, or at least, they say they do. She was, in fact, uniquely prepared to be the mother of a queer child—her own mother Charlotte, is a lesbian as well. “Especially men — gay men. When that letter goes missing, Zeke engages a fomenting rebellion that could free him—if it doesn't destroy his relationship, his family legacy, and the entire republic first. '", the singer said of her thought process at the time. “No one ever talks about this,” he says. How can you guys forget DJ Paulo Gois? As the child of an accepting parental unit, he says he was never pressured into playing sports and instead, was taught to pursue his dreams. Zeke Thomas, the son of Basketball Hall of Famer Isaiah Thomas, is focused on creating a name for himself in a different field, music. The DJ, whose father Isaiah became one of the most legendary point guards in basketball history as one of the Detroit Pistons' original "Bad Boys," came out to his parents properly in 2008. Since when do you have to stay in the closet to “be a big DJ”?! Though R. Kelly's response was, to put it charitably, less than ideal, he did end up in at least in the general ballpark of a respectful response. He is most remembered for All About Eve. His ability to remix radio hits into club anthems has made him one of the most requested remixers in the industry and has twice landed him on the Billboard Top 10. Pride Resist March. But come on. Not sure who Zeke is but much respect to him. Clementine Ford, her oldest daughter, is a writer and actress who starred in Showtime's The L Word (on which her mother also appeared) after making her debut in the 1999 comedy American Pie. Now an adult, Thomas is working his way up the ladder as a professional DJ, playing high-profile club bashes from New York to Miami. Magic Johnson became both avatar and advocate for those living with HIV when he came out publicly about his diagnosis in November, 1991—and now he's setting another example as a loving father for the 21st century. We were still dancing to Tony Moran as the sun came up on Atlantis cruise a couple times. Fun fact: if you’re playing Demi Lovato, you are not “rocking” anything. I didn't want him to feel like he had to hide. As one of the more visually pleasing DJs for hire, Fonseca got his start as a fashion model and rose to fame through word of mouth in the early ’90s New York club scene. She has spun at private events for P. Diddy, Cher, Ricky Martin, and Russel Simmons, and rocked the stage during Kyle Minogue’s 2011 North American Tour. Then, Johnson came out with his AIDS announcement, to which Thomas’ reaction was not expected. I ended up carrying that secret around with me for three months.". When that letter goes missing, Zeke engages a fomenting rebellion that could free him—if it doesn’t destroy his relationship, his family legacy, and the entire republic first. The Go-Go's vocalist and "Heaven is a Place On Earth" songwriter seems to have had more stress about her child's coming out than he did. The couple married in 1985. As a result, her advice to parents and family members of LGBT people is relatively cut-and-dry: "Basically, do you love that person or not?" Something just isn’t jiving with this Instagram affair. Her L-Word co-star Jane Lynch once remarked of Shepherd, "She marched in the [gay pride] parades before it was fashionable.". Simple as that. Cookie, Magic's wife and E.J. His newest undertaking, a streamable present referred to as Amplify Voices, was created this previous summer […] I swear Tony Moran gets sexier every year. A quickly cut-off phone call leads Nev and Zeke to grow even more suspicious about the complex circle of friends involved in Truth's online relationship with Ray'Quan. Play Video. The experience came as close as any in his in many ways pretty charmed life to destroying him. "Thank you for loving your Gay son from the beginning with no prejudice," Zeke wrote. According to stats derived from polls conducted or commissioned by groups like the Pew Research Center and the Human Rights Campaign, nine out of 10 adults in the United States say that they know somebody who is gay, and more than a third of the population say they personally know someone who's trans. Five High-Profile, Openly Gay DJs Rocking The Dance Floor. As a young man, he was mentored by the legendary Peter Rauhofer, who passed away last May. He’s worked with major superstars like Madonna, Rihanna, and Mariah Carey. Keeping that secret was a huge, huge challenge for Belinda. Zeke Thomas says his parents always knew that he was gay, or at least, they say they do. Yeah they are definitely one of the hottest dj’s on Resident Advisor…. Watch Now Mental Health. Jay first came out to his mother, Andrea Kelly, and initially, his father didn't know much about it. Ex-NBA Star’s Son Goes Public as Male Rape Survivor Tweet 0 But once everything was out in the open, she discovered there was nothing to be worried about at all. The road to acceptance was long, with Cher at first feeling very anxious about the idea of her child being LGBTQ; Chaz himself wrote in his memoir, Family Outing, that she went "ballistic for a couple of days," and that initially, his father Sonny was the supportive one. Born in Easton he was the son of Alquinton McNeil and Melissa Phillips. Now, how can I help you?'". DJ artist + sexual assault survivor. Armed with names, pics, numbers, and URLs, the two enlist Google for some answers. Then there is Danny Tenaglia, Andy Weston (aka Andy Almighty of 7th heaven and Almighty), Susan Morabito, DJ Paulo, Wayne G, Matt Consola, Phil B, HiFi Sean, Jose Spinnin Cortes, Barry Harris of Thunderpuss (arguably the biggest remix team of the 90’s and early 2000’s – they broke Whitney Houston on the dance floor), and Manny Lehman just to mention a very small handful who still play (except Peter & Barry) the massive parties of the US, Canada, Latin America and UK dance scenes as well as remix many of the biggest hits today. The days of gay panic are in quick retreat, and gay visibility is on the rise as more and more people feel comfortable coming out and being who they are. Where is Ralphi Rosario or Abel of Rosable or Peter Rauhofer? Why does every list of gay DJs always feature just the ones playing god-awful circuit crap rather than the true trendsetters who have crossed over to play some of the most prestigious events in the world? ", Cybill Shepherd has not one, but two adult daughters who both identify as LGBTQ. She continues, saying plainly that "Sam was always Sam, this wonderful human that he is, from the time he was born. Perhaps best known for her short-lived relationship with The Real Hosuewives of New Jersey‘s Kim Zolciak, DJ Tracy Young has long been a favorite of celebrities for their swanky parities. It's just a part of life." 1,907 likes. He reminisced about a time that a former manager told him he “could never be a big DJ and be openly gay,” but in February, he’ll serve as the official DJ for the annual NBA All-Star game in New Orleans. "He's our only child and I was worried my husband might find the news traumatic. "And so why am I judging him? "I had to come to realize that this is who he is, and he's going to be happy," Magic said. At least the left Paris Hilton off the list. So we applaud these famous moms and dads who stuck by and stood up to be counted as an ally to their child, be they L, G, B, T, Q or anything in between. When that letter goes missing, Zeke engages a fomenting rebellion that could free him—if it doesn’t destroy his relationship, his family legacy, and the entire republic first. Thank you for continuing to champion equality for all. His mother, Annette Bening, is likewise "super proud of him." Great producer/DJ too. Get familiar with Zeke Thomas and check out four more high-profile gay DJs available for hire: Thomas spins an eclectic set of different genres, mostly consisting of a blend of House, Hip-hop, classic and current R&B, Pop, Motown, and Rock. Zeke Thomas, the son of legendary NBA Hall of Famer Isaiah Thomas, told Out recently that his parents “always knew” he was gay. No diss of any kind intended to those on the list. (He and Andrea divorced in 2009.) And it's not because in the 21st century there are suddenly more LGBT people being born—it's because of greater visibility for LGBT people in the media. The DJ, whose father Isaiah became one of the most legendary point guards in … Joshua “Zeke” Thomas is a TV host, DJ, producer, and activist from Detroit, Michigan. He is a great talent as well as a very kind person. The actress best known for her iconic role as Allison, the outcast from The Breakfast Club, never had a "coming-out" moment with her daughter, Rebecca, who identifies as a lesbian. Isiah Thomas' Profile View All Photos (4) Isiah Thomas is currently married to Lynn Kendall. But she didn't become a gay advocate until her first child, then known as Chastity, came out as a gay woman, and eventually a transgender man whom we know today as Chaz Bono. "So when that teenage time came around, I just pulled him aside and talked to him about it because I didn't want him to feel bad about it. Zeke serves as Chief Marketing Officer for ISIAH International, which announced its partnership with Colorado-based CBD company Vesl Oils last February. Nev Schulman and Zeke Thomas hit up the coffee shop to search the net on Catfish: The TV Show. Zeke has a career 37.4 assist percentage and a career 2.5 steal percentage, per Basketball-Reference. Magic Johnson and Isiah Thomas were names that were synonymous with each other for years. Gary Merrill was in an on-screen matchup with Linda Darnell in Night Without Sleep (1952).. Gary Merrill is a member of the following lists: American … As for Cybill, she supports her daughters fully, though it's not like there was ever any doubt. "You love them, you know? Son of NBA legend Isiah Thomas. Cher has been open about her long road toward acceptance; when Chaz announced he would be transitioning genders, his mother announced, "Although I may not understand, I will strive to be understanding," making it crystal clear to any doubters that "the one thing that will never change is my abiding love for my child. Ariel Shepherd-Oppenheim, one of two twins born from Cybill's second marriage, is a playwright and director based out of Los Angeles who recently wrote, directed, and starred in the short comedy F*** You From LA. Three guys get real about their relationship with porn — a.k.a. is currently building up a reality television career, starring in Rich Kids of Beverly Hills as well as his own follow-up spinoff, the New York-based E.J. because it was an ongoing conversation. He’s truly amazing and packs the room everytime. Didn’t you read this from Cosmopolitan ..“insanely cute”. "Being a mom, I knew," Cookie said. The relationship blossomed as Thomas signed with the Pistons in 1981 in a four-year, $1.6 million contract. DJ and producer Thomas said he … Former Ohio State Buckeye WR Page maintained by agents Clarity Football Isiah and Michael Jordan have had a checkered history and their relationship is reportedly the reason why Zeke was left off of the original Dream Team. Isiah Thomas still justifiably hurt about Dream Team snub as rumors involving Michael Jordan persist Thomas, who addressed the topic on Monday … American Actor Gary Merrill was born Gary F. Merrill on 2nd August, 1915 in Hartford, Connecticut, USA and passed away on 5th Mar 1990 Falmouth, Maine, USA aged 74. Amazing. Zeke Thomas’ Show ‘Amplify Voices’ Centers Queerness and Blackness Amanda Alexander, Founder and Executive Director, Detroit Justice Center Detroit Native Carla Banks-Waddles Builds Upon Her Relationship with NBCUniversal @KDub: Duh. The relationship between Zeke and his father appears inspiringly solid, from the No H8 Campaign they've participated in together to the beautiful Father's Day letter Zeke penned to his superstar dad, thanking him for, well, just about everything. ", In addition to being a talented actor, Sally Field is an outspoken supporter of LGBTQ rights, and has had the distinct pleasure of being presented the Human Rights Campaign's Ally for Equality Award by none other than her son Sam Greisman in 2012. "First of all," she says, "Don't be frightened. In the City. A year ago in February, Josh “Zeke” Thomas, the 28-year-old musician son of NBA legend Isiah Thomas, was raped, in his own apartment, by a man he met on Grindr. But in the months before, the generally private actor and director came out publicly in support of his son Stephen Ira, a 24-year-old trans man whom Beatty calls "a genius, and my hero". Kendall is the daughter of a Secret Service agent and a nurse. A writer who came out at the age of fourteen, Stephen is a co-founder and editor of the literary magazine Vetch: A Magazine of Trans Poetry and Poetics. "'What sort of world is this going to be for him and what am I going to tell my husband? R&B composer R. Kelly addressed the news of his transgender son Jay for the first time in 2014. However, their friendship began to fall apart after Thomas opted out of an Olympic match. He says their response was to accept him, just like he always knew they would. Episode 3. Zeke Thomas has inherited a sealed envelope from his grandfather, an esteemed senator. Zeke Thomas has inherited a sealed envelope from his grandfather, an esteemed senator. ... Zeke Thomas. Nev Schulman and Zeke Thomas Search For Clues on Catfish: The TV Show. More than simply signaling her own progressiveness, Field has come out with advice to parents of gay children on how to navigate the scary process of coming out. 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