GLAAD Media Awards Celebrate LGBTQ Representation, Honor Diverse Leaders

The 36th annual GLAAD Media Awards, held in Beverly Hills, celebrated the achievements of entertainers and creators who provide fair and inclusive representation of the LGBTQ community. Host Michael Urie opened the event with humor and powerful remarks about the importance of visibility for marginalized groups, particularly transgender individuals. Awards were given to notable figures including rapper Doechii and actress Cynthia Erivo, who received the Stephen F. Kolzak Award. The event also highlighted the need for unity and acceptance in the current political climate, with speakers emphasizing the significance of storytelling in changing perceptions. In the days leading up to the awards, GLAAD hosted the #GLAADHonors and a Latine Honors event to recognize LGBTQ Black, Brown, and Latine leaders in media and advocacy. These events underscored GLAAD's commitment to amplifying diverse voices within the LGBTQ community.