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Happy Birthday, Bruce Vilanch!
By Mister D
Nov. 23, 2025

Happy Birthday to the King of the One-Liners, the Sultan of Sass, the one and only BRUCE VILANCH!!! Bruce, honey, another trip around the sun and you’re still the funniest person in any room that isn’t currently on fire (and even then, you’d probably roast the flames). You’ve made divas sparkle, Oscar broadcasts bearable, and my life infinitely gayer just by existing. May your day be filled with:

* Cake the size of a small Broadway stage
* Sequins that don’t itch
* Wigs that behave
* And zero people asking you, “So what do you really look like under all that?”

You magnificent, pun-slinging, Bette-whispering legend — blow out those candles before they demand residuals!

I love you more than opening night, standing ovations, and complimentary champagne combined. Here’s to another year of being gloriously, unapologetically YOU.

Happy Birthday, Bruce! You’re the wind beneath my exaggerated wings. — Don

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Happy Birthday, Bruce Vilanch! A Comedy King!
Mister D
November 23, 2023

Dear  Bruce Vilanch,

On this special day, we join countless others in celebrating you, the one and only  Bruce Vilanch. As a renowned comedian, writer, and all-around entertainer, you have brought joy, laughter, and wit to countless lives. Your unique blend of comedy, intelligence, and charm has made you a beloved figure in the entertainment industry.

Bruce, your career spans decades, and you have left an indelible mark on the world of comedy. Your quick wit, sharp observational skills, and ability to deliver punchlines with perfect timing have made audiences erupt in laughter time and time again. Your comedy genius has earned you the respect and admiration of your peers and fans alike.

Beyond your comedic talents, you have also made significant contributions as a writer. Your work on various television shows, award ceremonies, and stage productions has showcased your versatility and creativity. Your ability to craft hilarious and memorable jokes, sketches, and monologues has made you an invaluable asset to the entertainment industry.

But it’s not just your professional achievements that make you so special. Your warm and infectious personality has endeared you to everyone who has had the pleasure of knowing you. Your kindness, generosity, and genuine love for people have made you a true friend and confidant. You have a way of making others feel seen, heard, and appreciated, and your infectious laughter has the power to brighten even the darkest of days.

Bruce, you have also used your platform to champion important causes and advocate for those who are marginalized. Your activism, particularly in the LGBTQ+ community, has helped create a more inclusive and accepting world. Your tireless efforts to raise awareness and fight for equality have inspired many, and your impact extends far beyond the stage and screen.

As we celebrate your birthday, we want to express our gratitude for the laughter, joy, and inspiration you have brought into our lives. You have touched the hearts of so many with your talent, humor, and unwavering authenticity. Your ability to find humor in the mundane and bring lightness to even the heaviest of subjects is a true gift.

So, on this special day, we wish you a very Happy Birthday, Bruce Vilanch! May your day be filled with laughter, love, and all the things that bring you joy. May the year ahead be filled with new adventures, exciting opportunities, and continued success in all your endeavors.

Thank you for being the incredible person that you are. Your laughter is contagious, your wit is unmatched, and your presence is truly a gift to the world. Here’s to many more years of laughter, joy, and unforgettable moments.

Happy Birthday, Bruce!

Warmest wishes,

Don Bradshaw and Friends

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Mister D: Who doesn’t love Bruce? One of the most kindest, gentlest, and funniest men I’ve ever known….hell, he is the “most”of all those things. I just want to wish him the happiest of all birthdays and many more…. All my love, Don

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Admit it, at 45 years old, the Advocate looks good. Over those years, the LGBT magazine has seen the same challenges as any other print publication but has forged ahead with its watchdog duties in human rights as well as being a pop culture compass.

The glossy will celebrate the big 4-5 at the Beverly Hilton on Thursday, welcoming a host of celebs and activists, as well as fashion and social types. Not to mention inductees to the Heroes Hall of Fame, a list of notables that includes Ellen DeGeneres, Rosie O’Donnell, Cynthia Nixon and Jake Gyllenhaal.

Macy Gray will perform for the crowd, with “Tonight Show” correspondent Ross Mathews as emcee, in a night that boasts “Modern Family” star Jesse Tyler Ferguson, Drew Droege, Sean Maher and Oscar show writer Bruce Vilanch as well as Dustin Lance Black, Donna Deitch and Pat Rocca.

Founded in 1967 as a vehicle for education at a time when gay and lesbian bars were being raided and unlawful arrests made, the mag’s legacy will be toasted in the Hilton’s International Ballroom, with a DJ set from Beau Dasher.

The Advocate partners with Lexus for the event, also serving as benefit for the Point Foundation, which works to provide academic scholarships to LGBT youth.

—Matt Donnelly

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