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VMAN: “Shiloh Fernandez: New Teen Idol”

Whether he wants it or not, the young actor is destined for mob-inducing fame.

Emerging young actor Shiloh Fernandez covers the newest issue of VMAN (issue #21): “The Thrill of the Game Issue.” 25-year-old Shiloh may have missed out on the role of the lead vampire in Twilight, but this proved to be something of a blessing in disguise. He’s now set to appear opposite actress Amanda Seyfried in the goth-tastic take on classic childhood tale Red Riding Hood (by Catherine Hardwicke, director of Twilight) this April, and a slew of other projects are on the way (Skateland with Ashley Greene just premiered at Sundance).

V does hits newsstands February 10th. Visit VMAN.com for more.

Shiloh wears Diesel and Dior Homme.
Photographer: Mark Abrahams; Text: T. Cole Rachel

 

Nicki Minaj by Mike Ruiz (YRB)

In looooooooooove with these photos of Nicki Minaj by Mike Ruiz for YRB. Mike always turns it out! Definite props also go out to styling, hair & makeup (see credits). Check THREE MORE PHOTOS on the next page. Don't forget to click the smaller pix.

YRB: Once a foul-mouthed tough chick with a chip on her shoulder, Nicki Minaj has blossomed into one of rap’s most arresting emcees. Now, she’s ready to prove herself with the release of her highly anticipated debut, Pink Friday. [ Keep reading... ]

Photography: Mike Ruiz | Mike Ruiz @EthanSays

Sam Page for Bello Mag #21

Sam Page makes a fashion statement in the Bold Issue of Bello Mag #21. Shown here are a few of my favorite cover story images and outtakes from the spread. Visit Bello Mag for the rest, including a rather entertaining Q & A with this Mad Men cutie.

Photography: Alek & Steph | MORE PREVIEW IMAGES

A List: True Blood's Ryan Kwanten

Now packing heat in Red Hill, eternally shirtless True Blood star Ryan Kwanten opens up to the Advocate's Brandon Voss about his beautiful gay brother, his loyal male admirers, and his top-secret sex life. Here's a few select quotes:

On his male admirers:
...Australians are a very open-minded society, and I come from a very liberal, open family, so it’s something that I’ve embraced from the get-go. My youngest brother, Lloyd, is gay.

On his brother:
He’s a doctor, so he got every ounce of intelligence in the family. He was probably about 18 when he came out, and I can wholeheartedly tell you that from the day that he did, he was a changed man for the better. The sheer beauty of who he is really came through.

Would he sell off his penis pouch for a gay charity?:
I’ll have to speak to Audrey, our wardrobe designer, and see if she can track one down. There’s quite a good collection, actually – one for every mood.

Read the full story, Kwanten Leap, at Advocate.com.

Mike Ruiz: Kellan Lutz for YRB

Twilight star Kellan Lutz strikes a few poses for the current issue of YRB Magazine. Shot by photographer by Mike Ruiz, the photos give only a glimpse of the ripped body that lies beneath. Yet, in this case, I think Kellan's dressed-to-kill looks are just as sexually appealing. Four MORE PHOTOS on the next page.

Photography: Mike Ruiz | Styling: Darius Baptist | Grooming: Jordan Long

Stephen Dorff Covers VMAN #20

He’s been labeled everything from a child prodigy to a Hollywood bad boy, but after his starring role in the film “Somewhere,” Stephen Dorff’s getting comfortable with a new moniker: Leading Man.

Stephen Dorff, the 37-year-old rebel actor (Public Enemies, World Trade Center, Blade, SFW, etc.) and star of Sofia Coppola's forthcoming and much-hyped movie “Somewhere” covers VMAN #20. The inside spread features Dorff with a body rivaling that of a teenage athlete. Dorff says he owes Coppola for the opportunity to renew his interest in the (acting) craft and continue to discover his art. His mother died of brain cancer one year and one day before Sofia offered him the coveted role. VMAN hits newsstands today (November 11th).

Photography: Mario Testino | Styling: Andre Richardson | MORE PHOTOS

Out 100: TR Knight, Meredith Baxter, Rufus Wainwright, and Christine Quinn Honored on the Out 100 List

In its 16th annual Out 100 issue, Out magazine commemorates the 100 most influential and inspirational gays, lesbians, and allies who continue to lead the community to future moments worth celebrating. This week the Out 100 continues its online rollout with actress Meredith Baxter, actor T.R. Knight, musician Rufus Wainwright, and New York City council speaker Christine Quinn.

The 2010 Out 100 celebrates prominent out actors, including Baxter and Knight, who continue to please fans worldwide. “I feel like I’m being honest for the first time,” the Family Ties star told People magazine upon coming out in December 2009. The actress has been with partner Nancy Locke for four years. Knight, still missed on Grey’s Anatomy, made his way back to the legit stage with a turn in the L.A. production of Parade and then starring alongside theater heavyweight Patrick Stewart in Broadway’s A Life in the Theater.

Wainwright, meanwhile, churns out a dynamic mix of tunes, from his re-creation of Judy Garland’s concerts at Radio City Music Hall to his full-length opera, Prima Donna. With 11 years of service under her belt, Quinn not only serves as the city’s leading champion of gay rights, but she has quickly become the most eligible candidate to succeed Michael Bloomberg as mayor.

Other notable Out 100 honorees announced this week include Emmy-nominated Chris Colfer (Glee), chart topping Scissor Sisters (returning with their third album, Night Work), openly out R.E.M. front man Michael Stipe, and Academy Award nominated writer-director Lisa Cholodenko (The Kids Are All Right).

Check OUT.COM for continuous additions to this year’s Out 100 honorees list!

Rainn Wilson Comes Out (Sorta)

The Office and Six Feet Under actor Rainn Wilson ponders life's big questions with his SoulPancake project. In this commentary he penned for The Advocate, he shares a secret he's kept from his parents and asks if your family sees the real you.

Sample Quotes:
“The reality is, I’ve learned it does “get better.” But I’m still not quite ready to tell my family the whole truth about myself. I have a lot of work to do to get there. But when I do, I hope that I have the courage, honesty, and integrity to stand in front of them resentment-free, flaws and all, my heart filled with compassion, and introduce them to the real me. Wish me luck.”

“My parents win the strange award. They are good souls who tried as best as they knew how to raise a dorky, Northwestern son in the Seattle suburbs during the late ’70s and early ’80s, but they’re still weirdos.”

Read more at Advocate.com.

Uncle Saul Leaving Brothers & Sisters?

As Brothers & Sisters heads into its fifth (and rumored final) season, Ron Rifkin talks with the Advocate about the highs and lows of playing one of TV's most underused gay characters, Uncle Saul. Here are some great excerpts:

On this being Brothers & Sisters’ last season:

I really don’t know that I can speak to that, but I think for me it would be if it was to go on. I think for me it would be. If they made it more interesting for me, of course, I would definitely consider it, but as it’s moving along now, I don’t see me being interested enough to go on with the show.

Uncle Saul's AIDS storyline:

Lately I feel the writers have — the character… I shouldn’t be saying this… but the character has become sort of peripheral over the last couple of years, and not as involved as he was the first two or three years. It’s been a frustrating struggle for me. It’s really been hard for me. And then, with the reveal of the AIDS thing, I thought, well… maybe they’ll get into it, but it doesn’t seem to be what they’re interested in.

On censoring Saul's storyline:

I think the network really dictates what can and can’t be done. One of the brilliant things about Robby Baitz is that he writes like no one else. The first year of Brothers & Sisters, the writing was quite different. The storylines were quite different, and I think he ran into problems with the network. It’s something, obviously, I’m being cautious about. But it’s hard on network television, obviously, because they’re dictating to what they think is the audience for the show, and I just don’t think they give enough credit to people who are out there. It’s complicated to have a 71 year old gay guy on television come out… not only to come out, and people can go, “Oooooh, he’s gay”… and then to have him have AIDS… “Ooooh.” But it exists. It’s important.

Read the full article at Advocate.com.

Storm Newton: Kardashian's Eye Candy

Perhaps you've seen Kim Kardashian's 'mysterious man' in previews for an upcoming episode of Keeping Up with the Kardashians? Aside from being close to Kim, you also spot the hot eye candy training Kris Jenner. Well, here he is...check him out! His name is Storm Newton. Can't wait for this episode!

Aside from shaping celebrity bodies, Storm also has a new single called "On My Own" (Stereo Martini feat. Storm Newton) releasing this fall. It's gaining momentum in clubs throughout the U.S. LISTEN to the original radio edit after the jump. Great on it's own with remixes to come.

Definitely looking forward to more from Storm Newton!