“This show really destroyed a relationship that I had, which just sucked. I just had no time whatsoever, so now it’s time to really focus on myself.” – Lance Bass reveals that while “Dancing with the Stars” may have bolstered his career, it took a toll on his private life. P.S. For the next few months, he’ll be doing the “Dancing with the Stars” national tour. I guess the opportunity to headline a national tour (albeit alongside Toni Braxton) trumps focusing on a personal life. Plus, rumor has it, his sex life is still quite healthy.

With the year swiftly coming to a close, I departed Hollywood for points east … but not before marveling at Chi Chi LaRue’s opening. Not her biological opening, silly; the opening of her brand-spanking-new shop, Chi Chi LaRue’s. The savvy sexologist took over the space previously occupied by a now-defunct porn shop and opened, well, her own porn shop. If there’s anyone who can make it work, it’s Miss LaRue – arguably the most recognizable name in the gay porn universe. The gala event attracted all sorts of people from both the adult and mainstream stratospheres, and we’ll be sure to post some photos on my site. For a link, visit www.gaylesbiantimes.com/links/1096.

Days after zipping to Fort Lauderdale, I got the opportunity to schmooze with the iconic Valerie Harper – courtesy of the combined efforts of the Hot Spots Holiday Party, the prodding of Howard from Fabscout, the dropping of names Ray Buktenica and Miss X, and the photographic efforts of Pompano Bill (whose work will grace our li’l ol’ Web site). Harper is in SoFla preparing for the Palm Beach run of Looped, in which she’ll play the legendary Tallulah Bankhead. This play was previously seen at the Pasadena Playhouse starring our own Chad Allen. On the East Coast, his slot will be filled by the hunky Tony-winner Jarrod Emick. Previews begin at the Cuillo Center for the Performing Arts on New Year’s Eve and the play runs through Feb. 15.

While the Broadway production of Equus is far from making money, the cast achieved a huge financial milestone – they raised more money than any other Broadway play in the history of Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS ($203,746, to be precise). You’d think that this announcement would have been the highlight of the 20th annual Gypsy of the Year Competition, but that was second to Daniel Radcliffe and the hunky “horses” from Equus performing a little ditty Danny wrote called, “The Love That Dare Not Speak Its Neigh.” Radcliffe cavorted with his sexy man-crush, Lorenzo Pisoni, while warbling such words as, “You were made for racing, while I prefer you facing forward while I’m on you and we ride.” When asked why raising money for BC/EFA was so important, he candidly stated: “Because if you didn’t support it, you’d be an idiot. I mean, if you are doing a play on Broadway, then you have a fantastic forum by which to actually spread awareness and raise money. And if you didn’t want to do that, then I don’t know, I don’t understand it.” You can watch Danny’s comments – and his sexy song (and horse) – on my site.

The economic slump has claimed yet another victim. The Broadway production of Gypsy has moved up its closing date from March 1 to Jan. 11. This threw in jeopardy the planned filming of the final few performances for future video release. Have no fear – the tapings have been rescheduled to Jan. 2-4. PHEW!

Our very own Chip Arndt made history … again! Not only was he the first gay winner of “Amazing Race,” he’s now become the first openly gay elector in Florida history, casting his ballot for Barack Obama. YAY!

Billy Baldwin is begging people to start a campaign to save “Dirty Sexy Money”: “If you’re a fan of the show, I really encourage you to watch the next couple of weeks and I would say go to ABC.com and click on ‘Dirty Sexy Money.’ There’s a place where you can send an e-mail to the executives at ABC if you want – not boycott and protest, but if you want to support the show and demonstrate your love.”

If you love Candis Cayne (who appears to have been killed off the show, so saving it won’t change that), you will be happy to know that she’ll turn up on two episodes of “Nip/Tuck” next season. With such apparent success in her acting career, could someone explain to me why she’s still doing her weekly lip-synch show at a WeHo bar? Admittedly, the bar in question is hot spot, The Abbey, but one would think that the star of even a cancelled network show would give up moving her lips for tips.

New Kid on the Block Jonathan Knight appears to be inching out of his alleged closet. Last week, he ventured out to Hollywood’s Kodak Theatre to take in Kathy Griffin’s show – which would be enough to get tongues wagging. But he brought his rumored paramour, sexy trainer-to-the-stars Harley Rodriguez. The pair have also been seen frequenting a few WeHo hot spots (including the aforementioned Abbey), and were even spied locking lips.

Sometimes a photo is worth a million words. Alas, this column only runs a thousand words or so. I only need about a hundred for the next item. While we surely wouldn’t intimate that Prince Harry is gay, our UK sources sent us a photo of Harry posing with what appear to be two leather men, one of whom is shirtless and wearing a black leather vest. The event was a charity for a London brokerage firm. While I still don’t understand the outfit, the look on Harry’s face is reason enough to run the photo on the site.

Back in 2005, Zachary Travis appeared on “American Idol” in a clingy, scoop-necked top, tight jeans, heels, and sang “Queen of the Night” in a high-pitched voice – prompting the judges to openly question his gender. Well, they needn’t wonder any longer – he’s showing every inch of himself as Falcon porn star Kirk Cummings. Not only that, he’s a TOP! OK, he’s a bottom, but wouldn’t that have been a hoot? I bet he no longer has trouble hitting those high notes! He’s buffed up and still singing – such as it is. Check him out on our site.

Am I the only one hoping and praying that Stevie Wonder does the next season of “Dancing with the Stars”?

We have oodles of hot pics to share with you this week. First up is Robert Downey Jr., who looked unbelievably buff and cut during the shooting of a shirtless scene in Guy Ritchie’s Sherlock Holmes – opposite the Watson of Jude Law (sporting a creepy mustache – don’t get me started). Check him out on our site.

Then we have Matthew McConaughey, who never shirks the opportunity to flash a bit of flesh. In his last flick, Surfer Dude (which, apparently, opened and closed on Sept. 5), he shows off his luscious ass along with his naughty bits dangling betwixt his legs. Of course, none of this is new to those of us who saw the unedited 3-way scene from Two for the Money – all of which can be found on my site.

Speaking of naughty bits, bad boy Scott Caan seems to have inadvertently given the paps a peek at his pee-pee while changing into his surfing attire. In addition to some enormous testes, let’s just say that the thought of being encased in lycra seems to have him ever-so-slightly aroused. Photographic evidence to follow on our Web site.

Lastly, in the spirit of giving, we’ll run James Franco’s nude swimming scene from Milk – just because.

When we have room for Franco’s “milk,” it’s certainly the end of yet another column. For those of you who are lactose intolerant, there’s so much more to see on my site (follow the link on www.gaylesbiantimes.com/links/1096), including some changes happening each and every week. While at the computer, feel free to e-mail me and I promise to get back to you before Prince Harry shows up at IML this year! So, until next time, remember, one man’s filth is another man’s bible.