Oprah Winfrey and Niecy Nash-Betts Honored at GLAAD Media Awards
In a celebration of LGBTQ+ advocacy and recognition, Oprah Winfrey and Niecy Nash-Betts are set to be honored at the GLAAD Media Awards in Los Angeles on March 14. The event, hosted by Wayne Brady, promises an unforgettable night with a special performance by David Archuleta.
Winfrey will be presented with the Vanguard Award, recognizing her unwavering commitment to allyship and her significant contributions to promoting acceptance of LGBTQ+ people and issues. GLAAD president and CEO Sarah Kate Ellis praised Winfrey, stating, “When Oprah speaks, the world listens, and our community cherishes her as an unapologetic ally, especially to transgender people.”
Nash-Betts, who hosted the GLAAD Media Awards in 2021, will receive the Stephen F. Kozak Award. This accolade is bestowed upon individuals who elevate the visibility of LGBTQ+ people and issues. Ellis highlighted Nash-Betts’s redefinition of the role of Black queer women in entertainment, noting that she and her wife Jessica have become role models for queer women everywhere.
The evening promises a star-studded gala at the Beverly Hilton, with notable guests such as Matt Bomer, Victoria Monet, Jonathan Bailey, Jason Sudeikis, and the cast of “Ted Lasso,” among others. The event also marks Variety’s two GLAAD nominations for magazine overall coverage and outstanding online journalism.
As attendees anticipate the festivities, including a performance by David Archuleta at the official after-party, the GLAAD Media Awards aim to honor those who have made significant strides in LGBTQ+ representation. The nominated works span various categories, from television series like “Ted Lasso” to online journalism pieces such as Tiana DeNicola’s Michaela Jaé Rodriguez cover video for Power of Women.
GLAAD president and CEO Sarah Kate Ellis, alongside Rich Ferraro and Anthony Allen Ramos, serves as executive producer of the 35th GLAAD Media Awards. The ceremonies, produced in partnership with STAMP Event Co., are set to make a lasting impact on LGBTQ+ visibility and acceptance.
In conclusion, the GLAAD Media Awards will not only be a night of recognition but also a testament to the progress made in LGBTQ+ representation, thanks to trailblazers like Oprah Winfrey and Niecy Nash-Betts. The event stands as a powerful symbol of allyship, breaking barriers, and celebrating diversity in the entertainment industry.
In a celebration of LGBTQ+ advocacy and recognition, Oprah Winfrey and Niecy Nash-Betts are set to be honored at the GLAAD Media Awards in Los Angeles on March 14. The event, hosted by Wayne Brady, promises an unforgettable night with a special performance by David Archuleta. Winfrey will be presented with the Vanguard Award, recognizing…