The Los Angeles-based Outfest LGBTQ+ film festival has postponed its annual Legacy Awards gala and paused its programming amid staff layoffs and financial issues. Last week, the nonprofit organization’s board of directors confirmed in a statement to The Hollywood Reporter that it would be scaling back its operations for the next several months, including postponing its annual gala fundraiser, which was scheduled for October 22. According to the board notice, the organization will initiate leaves for the majority of the staff, while creating a financial model that prioritizes the LGBTQ+ community, offers supporting ambiance for the staff, and ultimately protects the organization. Against the backdrop of this unfortunate news, the importance of the upcoming Outshine Film Festival in Fort Lauderdale increases for the LGBTQ+ community. #Queer Up Entertainment