This Day in Queer History

On this day in 1893, Franklin Pangborn was born. A beloved comedic character actor, he brought queer flair to Hollywood classics alongside W.C. Fields and Preston Sturges, earning a star on the Walk of Fame.

On this day, an alliance of Quebec gay groups appeared before the Justice Committee of Quebec's National Assembly, lobbying to include sexual orientation in the provincial human rights charter. It was the Canadian gay movement's first legislative appearance.

On this day, Roger Karoutchi came out as gay, becoming the first openly gay member of the French government. The Secretary of State's public declaration marked a historic moment for LGBTQ+ visibility in France.