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- The comedy “Scary Movie,” which parodied scenes from “Scream,” picked up on the queer vibes between Billy and Stu. In one scene, Ray (Shawn Wayans), based on Stu, and Bobby (Jon Abrahams), based on Billy, joke about being gay, divulging to a Sidney-like character called Cindy (Anna Faris) that, “That’s right, Cindy, I’m gay.
Kevin Williamson says the At a recent Scream convention, Matthew Lillard said Billy and Stu are the "first husbands of horror," and he makes a good point.
It’s Canon That Billy Scream is for the gays. It's a classic online meme at this point that every gay person loves Scream, but it's more than just an inside joke - it has a lot of weight behind it. From drag cabarets to the recent Vegas musical adaptation, it has thrived in gay media. The first Scream leans into subtext that is traditionally queer, namely the unspoken agreement that Stu is in love with Billy Loomis.
Matthew Lillard Says SCREAM
Scream alum Matthew Lillard and Skeet Ulrich reflect on the iconic queer-coded relationship between their characters, Stu and Billy.Scream Has Always Been My coming out journey made me stronger The duo came together to commit heinous crimes over the course of a year. Even more incredulous is how he got his bestie Stu Macher to get in on a killing spree. Thanks to PinkNews for bringing this to our attention!
Scream’ Screenwriter Kevin Williamson You made me the person Horror has long been a uniquely queer space as it is, with themes of being "othered" from society and the "acceptance of the unknown" used as classic gay allegories. From scary possessed dolls like Chucky and Annabelle to slashers like Freddy Krueger and psychological hauntings, horror has often been a more accepting genre. But the Scream series is arguably one of the most beloved horror franchises -- both by and for the queer community. From drag cabaret homages to the recent Vegas-based musical parody, it has thrived in gay media.
At a roadside diner, on a gay road trip, Tristan, shy and hesitant, admired Damian from across the room, their eyes meeting briefly before Tristan nervously looked away. Hours later, after sharing stories over lukewarm coffee and greasy fries, they discovered an instant connection, a soulmate bond, in the most ordinary of places. As they continued their journey together, Tristan and Damian realized this was more than a trip, it was the beginning of their own LGBT fairy tale.