I wanted to retire, but the tabloids wouldn't let me. In 30 years’ time, it’s more than likely the leather queens will. "I could take the fame I'd resented and tried to get away from for so many years - but you can never get away from it - and use it to do some good. Ganio himself doesn’t think that gay men’s style has changed much over his time. " decided that with my name, I could open certain doors, that I was a commodity in myself - and I'm not talking as an actress," she told Vanity Fair. She was one of the first celebrities to advocate for the cause and co-founded the American Foundation for AIDS Research in 1985 and the Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation in 1991. However, it was her HIV/AIDS activism that gave her icon status. Dolce & Gabbana - a brand name is known worldwide as a top fashion brand but behind the success was the hands and minds of two extraordinary gay. The Hollywood star initially gained a gay following in the '50s and '60s thanks to her legendary films and stunning style and grace. When autocomplete results are available use up and down arrows to review and enter to select. See more ideas about fashion, mens fashion, mens outfits. Elizabeth Taylor is one of the greatest gay icons because of her glamour, talent and activism. See more ideas about fashion, mens fashion, mens outfits.