WCW Volume 30: Femme, Stud, and Beyond — 50 Queer Queens Honored on Women Crush Wednesday

July 27, 2026

Wednesday’s Women Crush Wednesday rolled around again with flair!

From Essence Festival to the lesbians and staddys holding it down in music, beauty, fashion, and beyond, this lineup remains a sustained tribute to queer queens—from the U.S. to across the pond.

It doesn’t get any better than this. Whether you identify as femme, masc-presenting, or meet us in the middle, this WCW is devoted to the beauties who are bringing the heat and making summertime look just as delectable, gracing our timelines from end to end.

This marks the 30th edition of the list we launched to hold space for the LGBTQIA+ cuties that Madamenoire finds itself crushing on week after week. With every installment, we strive to create a sanctuary where those in the community feel not only celebrated but also safe.

Check out the 50 queer queens capturing our attention this week.

1.Keke Palmer

2026 ESSENCE Festival Of Culture® Presented By Coca-Cola® - Ernest N. Morial Convention Center - Day 1

Danielle Brooks

I am a staff writer at New York Beacon, where I focus on culture, entrepreneurship, and the emerging voices redefining Black America. My work highlights innovators, artists, and founders whose stories often unfold beyond mainstream headlines but shape communities in meaningful ways. Through precise reporting and thoughtful storytelling, I aim to document progress, challenge narratives, and contribute to a stronger Black press tradition.