LGBTQ news and entertainment
A new study from GLAAD, titled “Where We Are In Film,” found the number of LGBTQ characters in feature films has declined for the third year in a row.
The advocacy organization’s report tracks queer representation in film based on data culled from films released by the 10 largest studio distributors from Jan. 1 – Dec. 31, 2025. Continue reading “Number Of LGBTQ Characters In Film Declines (Again)”
Some news items you might have missed:
• LGBTQ Nation: A new poll conducted by GLAAD shows that large majorities of Americans support companies that support Pride as well as politicians who oppose anti-LGBTQ+ attacks.
• Queerty: Anti-LGBTQ Rep. Andy Ogles (R-TN) addressed the arrival of Pride Month by tweeting “Homosexuality has no place in America,” then adding, “Happy Nuclear Family Month.” He later deleted the post claiming a staffer wrote it. Sure, Andy…and the dog ate your homework. Continue reading “Americans Support Companies That Support Pride + More News”
GLAAD has released its sixth annual Social Media Safety Index (SMSI) — a one-of-a-kind report analyzing policies related to LGBTQ user safety, privacy, and expression across six major social media platforms: TikTok, YouTube, X, and Meta’s Facebook, Instagram, and Threads. Continue reading “GLAAD: Safety For LGBTQ+ Drops Across Most Social Media Platforms”
Some news stories for you as we get over this Hump Day:
• Politico: Hungarian prosecutors are bringing charges against Budapest Mayor Gergely Karácsony over his role in organizing a Pride rally last June in the Hungarian capital, which authorities had previously banned. The government’s ban backfired and drew a crowd of over 100,000 participants. Continue reading “Mayor Targeted For Organizing Massive Pride Rally + More News”
GLAAD, the world’s largest LGBTQ media advocacy organization, is partnering with award-winning musician, actor and business leader Snoop Dogg to support Spirit Day.
Since 2010, GLAAD has orchestrated a powerful campaign on Spirit Day when talent, media outlets, brands, landmarks, sports leagues, faith groups, school districts, organizations, colleges, and universities go purple as a united show of support for LGBTQ youth. Continue reading “Snoop Dogg Teams Up With GLAAD For Spirit Day 2025”
GLAAD’s 2025 Studio Responsibility Index shows LGBTQ+ inclusion in mainstream films has declined over the past year. We are sliding backward. Continue reading “GLAAD: LGBTQ Inclusion In Mainstream Movies Losing Ground”
Major social media platforms such as X, TikTok, and Instagram are failing to protect LGBTQ users from hate and harassment after intentionally rolling back previous safety practices, according to GLAAD’s annual Social Media Safety Index. Continue reading “Report: Social Media Platforms Failing To Protect LGBTQ Users”
GLAAD, the world’s largest LGBTQ media advocacy organization, today announced the nominees of the 36th GLAAD Media Awards. Continue reading “36th Annual GLAAD Media Award Nominees Announced”
GLAAD, the world’s largest LGBTQ media advocacy organization, reports that the Trump administration has removed nearly all LGBTQ and HIV focused content and resources from the White House website, as well as eliminated LGBTQ and HIV content from key federal agency webpages. Continue reading “Trump Administration Removes LGBTQ Resources From Federal Websites”
Today, GLAAD, the world’s largest LGBTQ media advocacy organization rang the Nasdaq Stock Market Opening Bell live in Times Square to kick off Spirit Day, its annual anti-LGBTQ bullying campaign. Continue reading “GLAAD Shows LGBTQ Youth Support With Spirit Day 2024”