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Billy Porter Exits Broadway’s Cabaret Early Over Sepsis Diagnosis! – Perez Hilton

Oh no! Billy Porter has sepsis!

On Sunday, Cabaret producers announced the star has been forced to “withdraw” from the Broadway show after developing a “serious case of sepsis.” They wrote on the official Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club Instagram account:

“Due to a serious case of sepsis, Billy Porter must also withdraw from the production. His doctors are confident that he will make a full recovery but have advised him to maintain a restful schedule. “

Whoa! Scary!

According to the Mayo Clinic, “sepsis is a serious condition in which the body responds improperly to an infection. The infection-fighting processes turn on the body, causing the organs to work poorly. Sepsis may progress to septic shock. This is a dramatic drop in blood pressure that can damage the lungs, kidneys, liver and other organs. When the damage is severe, it can lead to death. Early treatment of sepsis improves chances for survival.”

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How terrifying! We’re glad it’s been caught and Billy is prioritizing his health.

The producers also announced the show will be coming to an end on September 21 and that Marty Lauter and David Merino will step in to take over the role of Emcee for Billy for the final two weeks.

We’re sending him so much healing energy! We hope he makes a full recovery. Share your support in the comments down below.

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September 7, 2025
Niecy Nash, Jessica Betts, Billy Porter, Joseline Hernandez & More Stars Sizzled Atlanta’s Global Black Pride Weekend [Exclusive]

Atlanta Black Pride Weekend and Global Black Pride recently concluded their historic collaboration in Atlanta with sizzling stars in attendance.

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As previously reported the organizations hosted the first-ever Global Black Pride in the A from August 26 to September 2 for a near weeklong Pride Celebration that brought actors, musicians, activists, and influencers to the southern city.

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The host hotel, Starling Hilton Midtown Atlanta, served as the epicenter for lodging, convention, and general Atlanta information needs, as well as an exciting Poetry Slam R&B Brunch.

Niecy Nash and her HERSband Jessica Betts were seen on the scene and told BOSSIP that they were fresh off their fourth wedding anniversary and enjoying the privilege of “loving a Black woman.”

“Loving a Black woman is amazing,” said Jessica. “We just had our fourth year anniversary, so forever to go.”

“There’s somethings special about it,” added Niecy. “I love everybody but there’s something specific about loving someone that looks like you. There’s a reciprocity in it that I can’t even quantify, I can’t encapsulate it. I just love loving you.”

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Niecy also added that she’s especially proud of her wife who played a medley of hits at the brunch ahead of being awarded the annual Trailblazer Award at the annual Pure Heat Community Festival.

“I’m so happy, she’s deserving of all things,” she said about Jessica. “So talented.”

“I’m speechless,” added Jessica about the honor.

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Celebs Flood The 5th Annual Mayor’s Global Black Pride Reception

Also seen on the Global Black Pride scene was Billy Porter who was one of several celebs spotted at the 5th Annual Mayor’s Global Black Pride Reception at Atlanta City Hall.

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During the celebration, Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens warmly welcomed the influx of people to the city for a weekend of celebration and acceptance.

“When I heard that Globla Black Pride chose Atlanta as its first U.S. host city, I was not surprised but I was excited,” said Dickens. “Black Pride has been a beloved tradition in Atlanta for decades and now we get to showcase our culture and hospitality on a global stage. I’ve had the privilege of witnessing the resilience and strength of our LGBTQ community firsthand, from activists on the front lines to everyday Atlantans living their truth. You all contribute to the fabric of this city in powerful ways,” he added.

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He was joined by Nicco Annan of P-Valley fame who was awarded the Cultural Impact Award during the reception…

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and the aforementioned Billy Porter who told the crowd he was “humbled and excited” to be present.

“At 16 years old in 1985, I came out as gay and we went straight to the front lines to fight for our lives,” said Billy. What I’m grateful for today is this room and with allies like Mayor Dickens, to see the evolution and the growth in our community. The conversation is happening in our community. We are understanding that we’re all human, first.”

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Also seen on the scene was activist Roshelle Darlene Hudson…

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Satchel Jester…

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Atlanta Black Pride Weekend founder Melissa “DJ M” Scott…

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Rashad Burgess and Bishop Oliver Clyde Allen III…

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Roy Broderick Jr…

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Victor Jackson…

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and hairstylist/WE tv personality Tokyo Stylez and model/makeup artist Simone Tisci.

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During the special celebration, over $75,000 for the Mayor’s Youth Scholarship Program was raised.

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Other celebs seen on the Global Black Pride scene were Joseline Hernandez…

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Dej Loaf…

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and Derek J who was one of several celebs in attendance at the third annual Black Excellence Influencer’s Dinner hosted by Gary With Da Tea and RockStars Production and Traxx Girls.

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designer Octavius Terry…

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Jade Chanel…

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Oliver Twixt…

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Victor Jackson…

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and honorees Funky Dineva…

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and Rashad Burgess.

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This affair served as a Fundraiser to benefit Global Black Pride Weekend and is a unique opportunity for trailblazers, leaders, and influencers to celebrate accomplishments while highlighting individuals and organizations who significantly impact and contribute to the LGBTQIA+ community. The 2024 honorees included: Lisa Cunningham, Judge Pierce Hand Seitz, Derek Ford, Devin Barrington, Adrienne Gates, Congresswoman Barbara Lee, and Earl D. Fowkles Jr.

Visit GlobalBlackPride.org, AtlantaPrideWeekend.com, and AtlantaBlackPrideLDR.com to learn more about Global Black Pride Weekend. Global Black Pride welcomes all identifying genders to participate in all events. A portion of proceeds from the weekend’s festivities will benefit homeless LGBTQIA+ youth and those infected/affected with HIV/AIDS via The Vision Community Foundation. For more information on the Pure Heat Community Festival visit: pureheatcommunityfestival.com.

Global Black Pride Atlanta was presented by: AIDS Healthcare Foundation, Bavarian-Nordic, Eli Lilly, Human Rights Campaign, Viiv Healthcare, Gilead, AID ATLANTA M.E.N. Additional sponsors include, Kaleidoscope Hair Products, MISTR, Avita, fhi360, Red Cross, Grady Health System, Titos, Georgia Equality, Stanley Black & Decker, PFlag, Southside Medical Center, VTG Event, The Family Health Centers of Georgia, Dats A Cute T, CORE Community Organized Relief Effort and Positive Impact Health Centers.

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September 3, 2024
Inside the Star-Studded Tony Awards Afterparties

Daniel Radcliffe with some of his Merrily costars. Andy Henderson

Lincoln Center was abuzz with celebrity star-studded parties after the 77th Annual Tony Awards Sunday night and Observer was there to witness all the excitement. Across the street from the David H. Koch Theater where the award show was held for the first time, Best Play winner Stereophonic held its party at PJ Clarke’s. When the telecast ended after 11 p.m., guests from inside the 2,500-seat theater quickly filled the restaurant. The crowd cheered as newly minted Tony Award-winning director Daniel Aukin walked in. Sliced steak, salmon and Caesar salad were served along with cocktails with clever names like the mezcal-infused “Mud F*ck”—a nod to the play. Aukin made his way downstairs where he sat down at a round table in a corner with friends and family to eat dinner. Next door at Rosa Mexicano, The Outsiders celebrated its Tony Award win for Best Musical, where producer Angelina Jolie also made an appearance.

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A few blocks south at Shops at Columbus Circle, Water for Elephants held its party on the fifth floor at Jazz on Lincoln Center, and Merrily We Roll Along, which won Best Revival of a Musical, celebrated in the Ascent Lounge. Guests were treated to the “Our Thyme” cocktail made with Grey Goose Vodka infused with thyme, elderflower liqueur and watermelon juice as a DJ kicked off the evening with “September” by Earth, Wind & Fire. The young children in the cast were allowed to stay up well past their bedtimes and were dancing up a storm. In a separate roped-off area, Lindsay Mendez and Daniel Radcliffe snapped photos with his new trophy.

The cast of Water For Elephants celebrating. The cast of Water For Elephants

For the third year in a row, some of the biggest stars of the night attended Late Night at Pebble Bar, the annual Tony afterparty at the 132-year-old institution in Rockefeller Center. Best Actress nominee Kelli O’Hara and Arian Moayed, nominated last year, hosted the festivities with cocktails by Pernod Ricard—the “Moon Unit Zappa” was a spicy pineapple margarita with Código 1530 Blanco Tequila.

Billy Porter and Mary Martha Ford. Rupert Ramsay/BFA.com

Billy Porter was one of the first people on the fourth floor to start dancing, then we spotted him later talking to O’Hara, dressed in a stunning hot pink peplum gown. Porter’s found phone was a notable addition to the scene—he’d mentioned on TV earlier in the evening during his acceptance speech for the prestigious Isabelle Stevenson Award that he couldn’t find it.

Sarah Paulson at the Carlyle. Little Fang

All eyes in the room turned round as winner Sarah Paulson holding her Tony and her Appropriate co-stars Corey Stoll, Ella Fanning and Ella Beatty walked in and went straight to the bar. Paulson, who changed for the parties into a black slinky ensemble with silver swirl embellishments, took numerous photos with the group before they all noshed on Brooklyn-based Fini pizza topped with Petrossian Caviar. On the other side of the room was Stoll’s West Side Story co-star Brian D’Arcy James chatting it up with Leslie Odom Jr., while his wife Nicolette Robinson sparkled in her strapless glimmery gold A-Line gown among the sundry guests. At around 2 a.m., Elle Fanning headed for the elevator—this was her first Tony Awards ceremony. “I just wanted Sarah Paulson to win,” she was overheard saying on her way out. She said she had to catch an early flight to Norway for work the next morning.

After the individual parties wrap, everyone who’s anyone winds up at the legendary Rick Miramontez DKC/O&M and John Gore after-afterparty at the Carlyle Hotel.

Shaina Taub with her Tonys at the Carlyle. Little Fang

Host Ariana DeBose, wearing the same dress she ended the telecast in, was spotted sitting along a long velour couch gabbing with Julianne Hough, who co-hosted the 6:30 p.m. show on Pluto. Two-time winner for Suffs, Shaina Taub, held a Tony in each hand, leaving her no way to carry a purse or phone. Stereophonic star Sarah Pigeon held her heels in her hand as she strolled through the hotel lobby and into Bemelmans Bar. That’s where Daniel Radcliffe, still holding his Tony, and his Merrily co-star Jonathan Groff were, too, and they were spotted taking in their victories together. Groff, who won Best Actor in a Musical, surprised the crowd and sang “Old Friends” from the show with Billy Stritch on piano. Shrimp cocktail, sliders and mini quiche were among the passed hors d’oeuvres.

On the second floor, a chef was making fresh omelets. In the next room, Ashley Park danced with her former Mean Girls co-star Jonalyn Saxer to Destiny’s Child “Bills, Bills, Bills,” then walked over to the bar for a soda before grabbing a group and heading downstairs.

Alicia Keys and Roy Nachum, co-founder and creative director of Mercer Labs, at the Hells Kitchen afterparty. Mercer

While the Hell’s Kitchen’s party was held all the way in the financial district at Mercer Labs, many in the cast made a point to still show face on the Upper East Side, including winner Kecia Lewis and her nominated co-star Shoshana Bean. Kara Young, who won a Tony Award after being nominated three years in a row, arrived around 2:30 a.m. and changed into a sequin copper mini dress so as not to ruin her long, flowy, green award show gown (someone might have stepped on it). Billy Eichner mosied around the party, too.

At 3:45 a.m., Groff made his way outside with a group of friends posing for photos outside the hotel as other guests waited for their Ubers, and most of us called it a night.

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Sarah Pidgeon

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Elle Fanning and Natalie Gold

Elle Fanning and Natalie Gold. Rupert Ramsay/BFA.com

Kelli O’Hara and Leslie Odom Jr.

Kelli O’Hara and Leslie Odom Jr. Rupert Ramsay/BFA.com

Lindsay Mendez

Lindsay Mendez. Andy Henderson

Will Brill

Will Brill. Little Fang

Eli Gelb and Sarah Pidgeon

Eli Gelb and Sarah Pidgeon. Valerie Terranova Photography

Observer correspondent Leigh Scheps with her husband

Observer correspondent Leigh Scheps with her husband. Rupert Ramsay/BFA.com

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June 18, 2024
Little Shop of Horrors’ Reboot May Finally Sprout to Life

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Hollywood’s been trying for years now to revive Little Shop of Horrors for a new cinematic audience. Last we heard, Arrowverse head Greg Berlanti was going to try his hand at it with Billy Porter and maybe Chris Evans. That version ultimately got scrapped in 2022, but Hollywood’s angling to try and grow a new version of the beloved film yet again.

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As reported by Deadline, the horror-comedy film is being rebooted, with Gremlins director Joe Dante at the helm and Roger Corman (who directed the original 1960 film) on hand as a co-producer. The twist? It’s a reimagining dubbed Little Shop of Halloween Horrors that’s also being intended as the kickstart to a new movie franchise. Dante will be working off a script written by Charles S. Haas (Gremlins 2).

The original Little Shop of Horrors, and its more popular 1986 musical, centered on a florist named Seymour who discovers a Venus flytrap-looking plant he eventually names Audrey Jr. (or Audrey II in the musical). The plant manages to convince Seymour to keep feeding it people, and things quickly spiral out of control from there. At time of writing, it sounds like that’ll still be the general premise of this new movie, give or take some Halloween-specific plot elements. What’s not clear is if it’ll play as a straight horror-comedy like the original or do like the 1986 movie and take the musical route.

Until the new version comes out, you can watch the previous Little Shop of Horrors movies on services like Prime Video. And if you’ve got Max, you can watch the “Little Rock of Horrors” episode of Billy & Mandy. It’s short, but it’s still pretty great!

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March 16, 2024
Billy Porter says he has to sell house due to financial struggles from actors’ strike

Actor Billy Porter said he is being forced to put his home on the market due to financial struggles stemming from the Hollywood strikes.

“I have to sell my house because we’re on strike,” Porter said in an interview with the Evening Standard published last week. “And I don’t know when we’re gonna go back [to work].”

The star of “Pose” and “Cinderella” said most people misunderstand actors’ wealth, assuming they have enough money to survive this strike without major lifestyle changes. He says he has “already been starved out.”

“The life of an artist, until you make f***-you money — which I haven’t made yet — is still check-to-check,” Porter said. “I was supposed to be in a new movie, and on a new television show starting in September. None of that is happening.”

Porter pointed to an issue that has been front and center for striking members of both the Screen Actors Guild and the Writers Guild of America: that the pay they rely on from residuals has dropped dramatically due to streaming.

“There’s no contract for it… And they don’t have to be transparent with the numbers — it’s not Nielsen ratings anymore, the streaming companies are notoriously opaque with their viewership figures,” he said.

“The business has evolved. So the contract has to evolve and change,” the artist added.

SAG-AFTRA President Fran Drescher told “CBS Mornings in July that most members “don’t even meet the threshold to get health insurance, which is $26,000 a year, and in most jobs that would be considered a part-time job.”

While on strike, Porter has been across the pond in England, recording an album called “The Black Mona Lisa.”

Hollywood writers have been on strike since early May, and they were joined on the picket lines by Hollywood actors in mid-July after the two groups each failed to reach a deal with the Alliance of Motion Picture and Television Producers, the group which represents all major Hollywood studios. It marks the first time since 1960 that both groups have been on strike simultaneously.

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August 8, 2023
Why did Billy Porter and husband Adam Smith split after 6 years of marriage? Here’s what we know

Why did Billy Porter and Adam Smith decide to separate?

According to Billy Porter’s representative Simon Halls, the decision to separate was a mutual one and not made lightly. Halls told People that after much consideration and soul-searching, the couple made the difficult choice to go their separate ways. Despite the end of their romantic relationship, they have expressed their commitment to continue loving and supporting each other as they embark on this new chapter of their lives.

As of now, it remains uncertain whether legal separation or divorce proceedings have been initiated by either party. Regardless of the legal aspects, both Billy Porter and Adam Smith have expressed their commitment to supporting each other in this new phase of their lives. Although their romantic journey may have come to an end, their bond as friends and allies remains strong.

Meanwhile, for Billy Porter, the concept of marrying his partner as a gay man held immense significance. Growing up, the idea of same-sex marriage seemed like an unattainable dream. Therefore, when he and Adam exchanged vows, it was a moment that took his breath away. Getting married symbolized breaking barriers and defying societal norms, showcasing the progress and acceptance that the LGBTQ+ community has fought so hard for.

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Billy Porter and Adam Smith’s love story

Speaking about Billy and Adam’s love story, they have had its ups and downs. They initially met in 2009 and had a brief relationship before parting ways. However, fate intervened, and in 2015, they rekindled their love and decided to give their relationship another chance. The couple’s bond grew stronger, leading them to tie the knot in 2017, just 16 days after Billy’s heartfelt proposal during a double date dinner.

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