This is the Queerty Interview, where we bring you conversations with the most exciting LGBTQ+ voices in entertainment, activism, and beyond. Cameron Scheetz, Entertainment Editor at Queerty, hosts today’s episode featuring the hilarious Megan Stalter ahead of the fifth and final season of Hacks.

Since the beloved Emmy-winning comedy premiered in 2021, Megan has established herself as one to watch. She plays the scene-stealing Kayla, a former assistant at Deborah Vance’s management company, whose frequently questionable but always well-intentioned methods have helped her climb the ranks in the industry.

Now working alongside her former boss Jimmy, played by Paul W. Downs, Megan reflects on her time with the show. She credits Hacks, and specifically Paul, for giving her the career she has today, sharing what it’s meant to act opposite him and learn from him every step of the way.

And while we wouldn’t dare spoil where things go in this final season, we had to ask Megan what she thinks Kayla’s idea of a happy ending would be, which, of course, involves Jimmy.

Megan was also recently a guest of honor at the annual Queerties Awards, where she received the Vanguard Award, recognizing her work as one of the leading queer voices in comedy. On the red carpet, she told us that if the night goes well, she might consider a run for president. Naturally, we had a few follow-up questions.

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Welcome to The Queerty Interview, where we bring you conversations with the most exciting LGBTQ+ voices in entertainment, activism, and beyond. In today’s episode, Queerty’s Adam Salandra sits down with stand-up comedian, actor, and content creator Michael Henry.

Michael has become a must-follow voice in queer comedy thanks to his sharp observations, deeply relatable videos, and his ability to capture the messiness, humor, and contradictions of gay culture. Whether he is skewering dating apps, touring internationally, or turning dumpsters, French onion dip, and therapy into comedy gold, his work resonates because it is honest and very funny.

In this wide-ranging conversation, Michael opens up about finding inspiration in everyday gay life, navigating social media algorithms, touring the world, creating more serious work about topics like HIV, and why humor can be both a shield and a love language.

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In this episode of the Queerty Interview, Cameron sits down with Alexander Skarsgård and Harry Melling to talk about Pillion, their bold and unexpectedly tender new gay romantic comedy. Directed by first-time feature filmmaker Harry Lighton, Pillion tells a love story unlike any other.

Melling stars as Colin, a shy, directionless young man still living with his parents, whose life changes after he catches the eye of Ray, a confident and commanding biker played by Skarsgård. What begins as an erotic plunge into BDSM culture reveals itself to be something far sweeter — a sharp, funny, and surprisingly heartfelt exploration of power, intimacy, and connection.

With Pillion now playing in select theaters, Skarsgård and Melling open up about their hilarious first meeting, working alongside their scene-stealing dog co-stars, and what they learned from the real-life Gay Bikers Motorcycle Club, who consulted on and appear in the film.

Pillion is also a nominee for Best Comedy Movie at the 2026 Queerties, Queerty’s annual awards celebrating the best in LGBTQ+ pop culture. If you loved the film, show your support by casting your vote! You can vote once per day, every day, through February 17. Head to Queerty.com and help crown this year’s queer favorites.

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In this episode, Entertainment Editor Cameron Scheetz sits down with stage and screen favorite Michael Urie, who returns for season three of Apple TV+’s hit comedy Shrinking. Fresh off an incredibly busy year spanning Broadway, Off-Broadway, and television, Urie reflects on moving seamlessly from filming Shrinking to the Tony-winning Once Upon a Mattress opposite Jinkx Monsoon, and then into a bold new queer take on Shakespeare’s Richard II.

Back on screen, Shrinking season three finds Urie’s character Brian and his partner Charlie preparing for parenthood — a storyline Urie says carries deep meaning as representation for a generation of gay men who grew up never imagining a future that included family. Urie opens up about entering his “daddy era,” queer visibility on screen and stage, and why this moment in his career feels especially full-circle.

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In this episode, we chatted with Kristen Stewart and Imogen Poots about The Chronology of Water, Stewart’s directorial debut. Inspired by the life of queer writer Lidia Yuknavitch, the film explores trauma, creativity, and self-discovery through striking visuals and an unconventional narrative.

Following its acclaimed premiere at the Cannes Film Festival, The Chronology of Water is now playing in select U.S. theaters. Stewart and Poots discuss their creative collaboration, the film’s resonance with queer audiences, and working with Thora Birch.

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In this episode of The Queerty Interview we down with Mikey Angelo, the queer creator, songwriter, and pop culture commentator who has built a massive following across TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram.

With millions of followers and a reputation for turning pop culture obsession into viral moments, Mikey has become one of the most recognizable voices in queer internet culture. From early YouTube videos to breakout TikTok success, major TV appearances, and live performances, his career has grown alongside the platforms that helped launch him.

In this conversation, Queerty’s John Halbach talks with Mikey about his creative evolution, how songwriting fuels everything he does, navigating viral fame as a queer artist, and why honesty and humor are essential to his work. Mikey also reflects on breakthrough moments, the importance of queer community, his love of Drag Race and pop divas, and what he hopes to build next as his career continues to expand.

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In this episode of The Queerty Interview, John Halbach sits down with actor, writer, and comedian Drew Droege, the creator and star of Messy White Gays, the dark comedy that’s quickly become one of the most talked-about shows in New York theater.

A sharp, Hitchcock-inspired satire, Messy White Gays follows a gay couple whose brunch plans spiral into chaos, using humor, camp, and tension to explore privilege, performative progressivism, and queer social dynamics. The play has earned packed houses and a growing cult following for its fearless comedy and razor-sharp writing.

In conversation with John, Droege opens up about the pandemic-era inspiration behind the play, his transition from Los Angeles to the New York theater world, and the joy of creating work that blends dark humor with cultural commentary. He also reflects on marathon theater schedules, creative community, and why certain queer references, from Broadway classics to Jean Smart,  remain iconic onstage.

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In this episode, Entertainment Editor Cameron Scheetz sits down with Connor Story and Hudson Williams, the breakout stars of the gay hockey romance series everyone is talking about: Heated Rivalry. Quick heads-up... this conversation includes spoilers for Episode 4, “Rose,” so be sure you’ve watched before diving in.

Based on the hit novel by Rachel Reid, Heated Rivalry has taken over the LGBTQ+ internet since premiering on HBO Max and Crave in Canada. The buzz comes in large part from the electric chemistry and fully committed performances from Connor and Hudson, who became overnight sensations, at least in every gay household we know.

After Episode 3 detoured to explore Scott Hunter and his smoothie-barista beau Kip Grady, Episode 4 returns to the fiery, complicated romance of Ilya Rozanov and Shane Hollander, and it’s a doozy. In this interview, Connor and Hudson help unpack the emotional rollercoaster of their characters’ time together in Boston (tuna melts included) and share the hilarious story behind the perfect club-scene song choice.

They also reveal what they really think of Scott and Kip’s whirlwind affair.

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In today’s episode, rising pop artist Bentley Robles joins us to talk about his journey as a queer musician reshaping synth-driven pop music. Known for writing honestly about heartbreak, identity, and queer joy, Bentley has quickly become one of the most exciting new voices in LGBTQ+ music.

Queerty’s John Halbach sits down with Bentley to discuss the evolution of his sound, the personal stories that inspire his songwriting, and why he believes pop music is at its best when it’s emotional, honest, and unapologetically bold. The conversation also touches on Bentley’s viral moments, including the unforgettable story of rescuing a puppy on the road, a move that captured hearts online and brought him even closer to his fans.

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In this episode of The Queerty Interview, we’re diving back into Boots, Netflix’s powerful new drama inspired by The Pink Marine, the acclaimed memoir by writer and producer Greg Cope White.

Boots adapts White’s real-life story as a closeted Marine recruit navigating identity, masculinity, and belonging in the era before “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.” The series brings his funny, emotional, and deeply honest memoir to life — capturing what it meant to serve while hiding a core part of yourself, and how unexpected connection can shape survival.

With Boots now streaming, Queerty’s John Halbach sat down with Greg Cope White to discuss the journey from memoir to Netflix series, the personal moments that made it to the screen, and why the themes of The Pink Marine still resonate so strongly with LGBTQ+ audiences today.

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