LGBTQ+ Trailblazers in Television Soaps

Donna Personna, a 77-year-old transgender activist, playwright, and drag performer, reflects on her experiences in San Francisco during the '60s and her role in LGBTQ+ history, particularly the Compton's Cafeteria Riot. The Bold and the Beautiful soap opera has made strides in LGBTQ+ representation with characters like Karen and Maya, marking significant moments in daytime TV history. New York City prepares for its annual Pride Parade, commemorating the 55th anniversary of the Stonewall Riots, a pivotal event in the gay rights movement. Maximus, through their PRISM LGBTQIA+ Employee Resource Group, highlights the personal and professional impact of ERGs on members like Avery Springe and Taran Neiderman. Molly Cook's narrow victory in the Texas Senate election underscores her commitment to authenticity, advocacy for the community, and openness about her bisexuality and abortion experiences.