While honoring Ellen DeGeneres, McKinnon said, “In 1997, when Ellen’s sitcom was at the height of its popularity, I was in my mother’s basement lifting weights in front of the mirror and thinking, ‘Am I…gay?’ And I was.” McKinnon continued, “And I still am. But that’s a very scary thing to suddenly know about yourself…And the only thing that made it less scary was seeing Ellen on TV.” But Ellen isn’t the only show that addresses and/or celebrates the sexuality spectrum....

With May the 4th (aka Star Wars Day 2022) in mind, we rounded up 40 of Yoda’s best and most famous quotes to remind you just how impactful he is. Yoda Quotes 1. “Fear is the path to the dark side. Fear leads to anger. Anger leads to hate. Hate leads to suffering.” — Yoda 2. “Once you start down the dark path, forever will it dominate your destiny. Consume you, it will....

In all seriousness though, for those who aren’t aware of its origins, Pride started as a riot. Led by Black trans women like Marsha P Johnson, a June evening in 1969 was the catalyst for an uprising of marginalized queer folks standing up to an oppressive police presence that was invading one of their only safe spaces, The Stonewall Inn. We have their action and courage to thank for how much the lives and liberties of the LGBTQIA+ community have improved....

Any time you feel a sweet craving come on, just grab one of these fast low-carb snacks. They are just the right size for a quick sweet bite and there are plenty of sugar-free chocolate recipes. But you can also enjoy one for dessert after having a keto-friendly lunch. Easy Keto Treats When you feel the need to satisfy your sweet tooth on keto, you make up one of these quick and easy recipes....

When Did Spirit Halloween Open? Spirit Halloween opens in late August every year, though individual stores’ exact dates sometimes vary. When Does Spirit Halloween Close for the Season? Spirit Halloween doesn’t close on actual Halloween! You have until early November to get your spooky goodies. In fact, it’s a good time to stock up for next year. What Costumes Are At Spirit Halloween? Spirit Halloween has, literally, almost every Halloween costume you could imagine....

That’s why we did the hard part for you and narrowed down the list to 50+ very quaffable rosé wines and rosé Champagnes. Get ready to break out the ice bucket and toast to #roséallday season (which is every season in our opinion), because if there’s one thing you want to sip somewhere living your best life, it’s rosé. When is National Rosé Day? The second Saturday in June…AKA the best day of the year!...

420 Memes 1. Anyone who’s driven home at 5:30 p.m. has wondered this, whether or not they’ve been high. 2. New Girl fans know Nick Miller has asked a very similar version of this question. 3. Martha Stewart, help! 4. Let your loved ones know not to take it personally if you leave them on read this 4/20. 5. Take a cue from Queen RiRi. 6. He sees you when you’re sleeping (for 11 hours straight)....

What is a traditional way to celebrate Juneteenth? One of the best ways to honor Juneteenth is to highlight and uplift Black creators, and with this collection of Juneteenth food recipes you can also have some delicious food in the process! An initiative that has been uplifting Black creators for years is the annual Eat the Culture Juneteenth Virtual Cookout, which brings together Black food bloggers to share their favorite recipes, so that we all can have a chance to enjoy these incredible dishes and commemorate the history behind them....

50 best Christmas movies for kids to watch as a family 1. The Muppet Christmas Carol The music, the Muppets, the Michael Caine: It doesn’t get more perfect than The Muppet Christmas Carol. 2. How the Grinch Stole Christmas Jim Carreyembodies the Grinch so well that it’s almost scary, so this one may be better off for kids that are just a wee bit older. 3. Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch If animated features are more your family’s speed, check out the 2018 version starring Benedict Cumberbatch as the titular cantankerous Christmas-hater, perfect for young ones....

To help you narrow down your choices, we gathered 50 blue bathroom designs from Instagram. Some are simple, some are elaborate, some are elegant, some are bold and some are quirky. That way, no matter what look you’re going for, there will be something to inspire you. Deciding to go blue will be a design decision you won’t regret. So don’t hesitate any longer, check out all of the wonderful blue bathroom designs below....

These 50 best family Thanksgiving games will keep everyone entertained, from your nieces and nephews to your grandparents or in-laws (even from afar, as many of these games can be played over Zoom if you live far away!). Plus, these Thanksgiving trivia and games for the family are on the low mess and high on the fun, which is exactly what you need after a long day of cooking and cleaning....

Launched back in 2009, Venmo was created with a target audience of friends and family in mind, folks who would be splitting a large dinner bill, sharing the cost of a movie outing or splitting the rent on a home. Through the mobile app, one user can quickly transfer money to another without having to worry about who has change to break a larger bill, right from a smartphone. Super convenient!...

While it can be beneficial to be mindful of carb intake when you’re trying to lose weight, registered dietitians say that it’s a major myth that carbs are “bad” or should be cut out completely. “Carbohydrates are the body’s primary source of energy and provide the fuel for muscles and various organs,” says registered dietitian Jamie Lee McIntyre, RDN. The key is knowing which carbs pack the most nutritional goodness; not all carbs are created equal....

60 Gifts for Wife Here at Parade.com, we’re all about sharing products we love with our audience. When you make a purchase on an item seen on this page, we may earn a commission, however, all picks are independently chosen unless otherwise mentioned. 1. Lovebox Spinning Heart Messenger, $100 at Uncommon Goods Buy Uncommon Goods popular Lovebox Spinning Heart Messenger for your wife and she will totally feel the love! The love box receives your messages via Wi-Fi and a red heart spins around until she opens the lid to read it....

Put your knowledge of Infinity Stones, S.H.I.E.L.D. and more to the test below with the 60 questions in our Marvel trivia quiz. While it’s not the fight of your life, we’re confident any super Marvel fan can win. In the words of Cap, “Whatever it takes. Good luck.” 60 Marvel trivia questions and answers: Question: How many Infinity Stones are there? Answer: Six. Question: Where is Captain America from? Answer: Brooklyn....

Providing inspirational quotes on teamwork can be done in a variety of ways. You can hang quotes on the wall of a meeting room or you could use quotes about collaboration in emails. Of course, a good quote recited at any meeting will also go a long way in pumping up your team. Whether team members begin to go their own way, or leaders need to step back and remember what really matters, a little reminder of what a team is will help keep everyone on track....

If you or someone you love is celebrating Diwali and you’d like to honor them, these happy Diwali wishes and Diwali greetings will surely brighten someone’s day. Diwali Wishes Have a happy and safe Diwali. 2. May your Diwali be free from darkness and abundant with light. 3. Have a fun and festive Diwali! 4. Hoping your Diwali brings health, wealth, and happiness. 5. May your Diwali bring peace and love to your life....

What is a King Cake? King cake (aka three kings cake) is a sweet pastry ring consisting of yellow, purple and green icing—with a plastic baby hidden inside. The icing, sprinkles and/or luster dust give the cake its signature colors, but it’s really all about whether or not you get the slice with baby Jesus, which is a symbol of luck or prosperity. Best King Cakes Cinnamon roll king cake?! Don’t mind if we do....

A rush of euphoria hits hard when we fall in love, and is stimulated by a release of the feel-good chemicals dopamine and norepinephrine into the same part of the brain that’s associated with wanting, motivation, focus and craving. We call it falling in love, but isn’t this initial rush just lust? If so, then what is love? We use the single word “love” to describe our relationships in very different contexts....

This notice got me thinking: What does one person, even a world-renowned traveling foodie like Stanley Tucci, make with an entire wheel of Parmigiano Reggiano?! I guess we will have to wait and see when season two airs March 13th at 9pm ET/PT on CNN. For now, I can only assume that whatever dishes Tucci is serving up on the show will probably include lots of the award-winning Italian cheese—maybe even one of these nine best Parmigiano Reggiano recipes!...