Debbie Gibson would rather go naked than discriminate ... does she really have to choose just one?

JUNE 18, 2009

Debbie "Call me Deborah ... or just Gibson" Gibson is a golden goddess to the Stuck in the '80s nation ever since her in-person appearance here in St. Petersburg and the loving, long embrace she gave me once our interview was over. So this new report from Denver correspondent and former co-host Chase Squires made me squeal like a 13-year-old hopped on Sun Country winecoolers:

So we have lots of fun at the big Pride Fest here in Denver, always a good time and a huge parade, lots to see, vendors, food, the whole bit. It's a big summer event. And I'm always looking to see what bands will be playing on the main stage.

Imagine my surprise when I see the headliner, none other than 80s legend Deborah "Not Debbie" Gibson! Turns out Ms. Gibson is apparently a big supporter of GLBT rights.

So there's that. You learn something new every day. I'll be sure to take pictures; it's cool to see she's active in a cause.

Her official website also has some things about her political stance, and a statement from her blog:

"Deborah has just done a brand new photo shoot to raise awareness for human equality. I will be personally selling the new T-shirt on Santa Monica Blvd tomorrow for anyone in the LA area (so please find me, say hi and buy a Tee!). The shirts will also be available at the upcoming Rhode Island, Denver and Chicago Pride festivals where Deborah will be performing."

Find the shirt for sale online here.

Posted by Steve Spears at 8:48:05 am on June 18, 2009 in

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