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The singer’s first-ever review was written by his Cleveland high school classmate. Nearly 15 years later, they talk about how Kelly willed himself into stardom—and the Megan Fox GQ poster that adorned his teenage bedroom. By Wesley Lowery Photography by Aaron Sinclair July 15, 2021 Jumpsuit, $2,650, by Prada. Earrings, his own. Necklace, $7,200, by Mikimoto x

The legendary actor talks about his meditative new film, Pig, communing with his pet crow, and the best meal he’s ever had. By Gabriella Paiella July 14, 2021 Nicolas Cage.Photograph Getty Images When you read the plot description “Nicolas Cage plays a guy trying to track down whoever kidnapped his beloved truffle pig,” certain ideas

Three years after the death of the chef and television host, a new documentary from Oscar-winner Morgan Neville probes the joys and struggles of a man in constant pursuit. The director spoke with GQ’s Brett Martin about the film—and the big, complicated personality at its center. By Brett Martin July 13, 2021 Anthony Bourdain in

Willow Smith has a new album out this week, inspired by the likes of Travis Barker and Avril Lavigne. By Colin Groundwater July 13, 2021 Illustration by Simon Abranowicz Willow Smith has covered a lot of ground since she taught us how to whip our hair back and forth over a decade ago. She’s gradually

He got famous playing a certain kind of funny guy on SNL, but when Jason Sudeikis invented Ted Lasso, the sensitive soccer coach with the earnest mustache, the actor found a different gear—and a surprise hit. Now, ahead of the show’s second season, Sudeikis discusses his wild ride of a year and how he’s learning

The two were decked out in fluorescent clothes and looking very much in love during a music video shoot this week. By Danielle Cohen July 12, 2021 Rihanna (R) and A$AP Rocky in the Bronx on July 11, 2021.Raymond Hall/GC Images We’re almost halfway through summer, and in Rihanna and A$AP Rocky’s rulebook, that means

There’s an ease to the way Omar Sy carries a conversation. The French lead of Netflix’s international hit Lupin emits optimism, wit, a warm gregarious spirit, and a big unceasing smile. It’s only fitting that he’s become a global star. Back home, Sy has been legitimately famous for over a decade. After a breakout role

The veteran DJ and label exec reflects on his rise, relationships with Lil Uzi Vert and Jack Harlow and restoring Gangsta Grillz energy on Tyler, The Creator’s new album. By Julian Kimble July 9, 2021 Courtesy of DJ Drama DJ Drama is well aware of the antagonistic relationship he has with some listeners. His bellowed

The veteran actor is playing a good guy again for once, in Peacock’s new medical drama opposite Alec Baldwin. By Keith Phipps July 8, 2021  Christian Slater attends 2021 Tribeca Festival Premiere of “Dr. Death” at Pier 76 on June 14, 2021 in New York City.Dia Dipasupil/Getty Images for Tribeca Festival Christian Slater knows he’s

They’re an elite response unit trained to tackle enormous events that strike without warning—earthquakes, hurricanes, even invasions. They’re never harried or anxious or unprepared. And they can teach us a lot about getting things done with speed and style. By Christopher Cox July 8, 2021 Getty Images; Photo Illustration by C.J. Robinson Hurricane Florence was

GQ spoke with the author about his new book, This is Your Mind on Plants, and the rapidly evolving cultural status of mind-altering substances. By Clay Skipper July 7, 2021 Getty Images; Photo Illustration by C.J. Robinson On the first page of his new book, This is Your Mind on Plants, Michael Pollan poses a

The actress is showing new sides of herself as the mysterious Ravonna on the new Disney+ series. By Gina Cherelus July 7, 2021 Gugu Mbatha-Raw in Loki, 2021.Courtesy of Marvel Studios and Disney Gugu Mbatha-Raw’s approach to the characters she plays is to get outside of herself. So when it came to the role of

Finally, new footage of our favorite family. By Frazier Tharpe July 6, 2021 Brian Cox in Succession.Courtesy of HBO. [embedded content] It’s been 632 days since the Succession season 2 finale restored monocultural TV viewing with a beautifully Shakespearean press conference and one of the most intentionally inscrutable, hotly debated facial reactions in recent history.

The prolific songwriter finally gives a peek into her own story on her first album, The Longest Interlude. By Jewel Wicker July 2, 2021 StarrahCourtesy of Aboveground When Starrah was awarded ASCAP’s Pop Songwriter of the Year award in 2018 for writing songs such as Drake’s “Fake Love” and Camilla Cabello’s “Havana,” she did so

From space flight to slashers, there’s a book for every circumstance this post-pandemic season. By The Editors of GQ July 1, 2021 Photo Illustration by C.J. Robinson Whether you’re hitting the beach or the couch this holiday weekend, you should bring a book. There’s a flood of awesome reading this summer, and while you can’t read

No Sudden Move is another entry in one of film’s greatest crime ouevres. By Keith Phipps July 1, 2021 Photo Illustration by C.J. Robinson In the opening moments of No Sudden Move a steely-eyed, fedora-clad Don Cheadle strides through a declining corner of 1950s Detroit to the accompaniment of a David Holmes score dominated by

Vintage Porsches, smoked salmon pizza, double-breasted blazers: your parents’ cheesy signifiers are back, and they’ve never felt cooler. By Jason Diamond July 1, 2021 Getty Images; Photo Illustration by C.J. Robinson Once you notice it, you start seeing it everywhere. It’s the 1989 BMW 325i buzzing down your street with the top down, piloted by