This week, Savage Garden’s Darren Hayes has publicly criticised the Salvation Army for their anti-gay stance and as the awareness and support for gay rights increases and comes to the fore, more and more musicians and rockstars are coming out, or publicly showing their support for the cause. From Freddie Mercury to Judy Garland: we take a look back and celebrate some of the most iconic gay icons and pioneers in rock n’ roll.

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