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1984. Divine:You think you’re a man!

Gay in the 80s Posted on May 24, 2012 by Colin ClewsMarch 8, 2018

Divine (born Harris Glenn Milstead) was the only son of wealthy, conservative Baptist parents.To say he rebelled against this background would be an understatement. He enjoyed hosting lavish parties (at his parents expense, since he didn’t see the point of … Continue reading →

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