CONGRATULATIONS!
With our 250th issue, DNA celebrates 20 years in print. Some of our famous supporters, interview subjects and friends have reached out to say cheers…
Some of our famous friends say cheers!
“I remember stealing gay magazines, shoving them down my pants and walking out of the store. Those are important moments as a young gay person! I guess I shouldn’t promote stealing (laughs), but we need queer magazines, queer art and every voice that we can to be heard in every kind of way that we can.”
– Perfume Genius (Michael Hadreas), musician
“Congratulations DNA on your 20th anniversary. I could be your great grandfather! I love your magazine and read it assiduously. Those photographs are so beautifully laid out. I wish you well for the next 100 years!!!”
– Howard Rosenman, film producer, Call Me By Your Name
“Much like the age on my Wikipedia page, happy 20th birthday DNA! Look, I don’t think that joke technically makes sense but I think you get where I was going with it. Truly, happy birthday. Thank you for producing such a wonderful publication over the past two decades in such a cutthroat industry! I look forward to imagining life married to one of your cover models for many more years to come! Xx.”
– Joel Creasey, comedian, Mardi Gras host, broadcaster
“Being a one-time DNA centrefold was a career friggin’ highlight of mine. It opened up a whole new world to me! I’m pretty sure it was a special about short game show hosts without six packs or something, but it’s still one of the great honours of my life! But that’s nothing like your incredible milestone reaching 20 glorious years. Working in media, I know how hard it is to last two seasons let alone 20 years! #stayingpower”
– Grant Denyer, TV host
“Turning 20 in a post-industrial tech world is monumental. A year in media is like seven in dog years. That’d mean you’re actually turning 140. And that means you’re defying the odds which is only possible if you have an emotional connection and investment with your audience. For that, you deserve huge congratulations. Kisses to you.”
– Mika, musician
“When Andrew begged me to give him some cash to start a magazine 20 years ago I was skeptical but I remember thinking, “Jesus, he has no other skills… maybe this will work?” Apparently, it has. I’m not a gay man so I wouldn’t know. What’s it called again? DNA? Really? You went with that name after
all. Anyway, congratulations! Or is it happy birthday? Or is it, “aren’t you a little old to still be hanging out with hot young men at pool parties?” Seriously, it’s an amazing achievement and you should be very proud. Here’s to DNA!”
– Judith Lucy, comedian, writer, podcaster, icon
“Congratulations! 20 years and 250 editions is an incredible achievement. Here’s to the next 20 years.”
– Takaya Honda, actor, Neighbours
“Like every 20-year-old child, may you continue to be flirty, frisky and sneaking into bedroom windows at 3am! And, of course, thank you for the best photo spread I’ve ever had.”
– Matt Wilson, actor, Neighbours, DNA cover model
“Congrats DNA. What a wonderful magazine. Love you guys and the work you’ve been doing. You should be so proud.”
– Beau Ryan, ex-rugby player, The Amazing Race Australia host
“Congratulations! Matt [Myers] was one of the first interviewers I felt took the time to listen and understand what I had to say. In fact, I know, because he cares deeply about his work and the people he interviews and, by virtue of that, he is someone who cares demonstrably about both humanity and stories. These are the best kind of journalists in the specific, and the best kind of people in general. Congratulations on achieving such a wonderful milestone.”
– David Berry, actor, Outlander, A Place To Call Home
“Congrats on 20 years! It’s an inspiration to hit that milestone in today’s media world… it’s been a pleasure to be an itty-bitty part of that and I thank you for the privilege.
– Tim Robards, actor, Neighbours, DNA cover model, Mardi Gras poster boy
“I am very grateful to have contributed towards putting the “D” in DNA over the last 20 years ;) Congratulations to the whole team for issue #250 and special mention must go to the tireless on-set fluffer!”
– Dan Ewing, actor, Love And Monsters, Home And Away
“Congratulations DNA for 20 years of support to the LGBTIQ community. Keep that rainbow flag flying!”
– Rowena Allen, Victorian Commissioner For Gender And Sexuality
“Happy 20th DNA! I can’t believe it’s been 20 years of only reading the articles. Thanks for all your hard work and dedication over the past two decades, supporting the LGBTI community and telling our stories.”
– Dr Brad McKay, ABC News
“What a fabulous achievement. It’s a tough business to be in, and you’ve consistently produced a quality magazine that’s fun to read and definitely easy on the eye! Keep up the great work.”
– Dolly Diamond, drag legend
“To all the contributors of DNA, the writers, journos, bloggers, models, editors, artists, printers, Bears, Twinks, Daddy’s, Queens and the Curious, and to all who have purchased and perused over past 20 years. Thank you for being brave and thank you for inspiring so many. Congratulations on 20 years. I look forward to my centrefold shoot. I just have to lose this ISO weight!”
– Rob Mills, actor, musical theatre star
“DNA, you’ve always entertained and kept your readers on the edge of their seats, in particular your fabulous interviews and photo shoots. I love and treasure all my gay colleagues and friends in my life, and I’m so happy DNA has always been a trailblazer in the Australian media. You bring the LGBTIQ community the very best interviews from everyone of all walks of life. I’ve never partied harder than with my gay friends... where do you get your energy and creativity from? Here’s to another 20 years!”
– Scott Tweedie, TV host, The Loop, E! News
“This magazine has been at the coalface (or stonewall) of LGBTQIA culture for 20 amazing years, and long may it continue to do so. Now go and party like its 2018!”
– Bernard Curry, actor, Wentworth
“Congrats DNA! A magazine that has stood the test of time… Glad to have been able to work with you guys!’’
– Nick Bracks, DNA cover model, actor, mental health advocate