Morning Round-Up: Russell Tovey; Olivier Véran; Linda Perry; Critics Choice Awards; Lee Daniels & more!

Russell Tovey’s Dad Wanted to ‘Cure’ Him of Being Gay: ‘We’ll Get Him Hormone Treatment’ Towleroad

Critics Choice Awards: ‘Mank’ Leads With 12 Nominations, Netflix Makes History With Four Best Picture Nominees Variety

France’s dishy Health Minister Olivier Véran got the COVID-19 vaccine & the internet took notice Queerty

Music Producer Linda Perry Slams ‘American Idol’ For Unrealistic Expectations: ‘Put Me On. I Dare You‘ Just Jared

Lee Daniels Bringing Spy Drama ‘The Spook Who Sat by the Door’ to FX The Hollywood Reporter

Jalisco, DTLA’s Gay Latinx Bar, Crowdfunds to ‘Stay Alive’ in Pandemic Advocate