why is palm springs so gay!?!?!?

[AllaN01Bear]

[efhmc]

1. Answered why it exists but not why it is so gay.

[AllaN01Bear]

2. i felt that way too bought it from the indians.

[TommyT139]

4. He alluded to it, but should have been more clear.

Palm Springs was a refuge for theoretically closeted gay actors and others who worked in entertainment. It was a place that provided privacy, yet was also close enough to drive back to work. Having a pool in an enclosed back yard made it even simpler to avoid prying eyes (or cameras). And yet with celebrity came a level of visibility, so people who had the money would gravitate there too. And as a bonus, the mid-century modern style homes and furnishings gave a coherent look and feel to the place, where most of the time the weather fits the lifestyle.

Here's a more fact-filled explanation:
https://www.out.com/travel-nightlife/city-guides/palm-springs/2013/02/11/palm-springs-gay-history-revealed

And of course there a documentaries from Hollywood's golden age (check Netflix and HBO).
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tab_Hunter_Confidential
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scotty_and_the_Secret_History_of_Hollywood
I haven't seen Celluloid Closet for a long time, but that might be one to watch too.

Palm Springs is more of a queer resort than ever, these days, hosting special interest events, with a business environment that welcomes clothing optional venues.

[efhmc]

5. Thank you. Do not understand why the info was not more forth coming into day's society.

[TommyT139]

6. Some people just make a YouTube video and ramble.

I rarely click on them, but I have friends who live out in PS. The guy basically said nothing.

[efhmc]

8. Thank you for the affirmation and the chuckle.

[efhmc]

7. Thank you. Your analysis was complete. Makes sense.

[peppertree]

3. Gay or not - just don't buy anything straddling a golf course

You - and your poor windows - will be pelted with wayward balls (no pun intended), and the golfers and/or the club will never admit fault.

You'll know who it was by the quick waddle in the step, elbows sticking out like a fat duck trying not to trip and fall. But that's it.