Join us in celebrating LGBTQ equality, with a night of cheers and thanks to those who have blazed trails for our community. We’re honoring pioneers such as Alvin Ailey, Cyndi Lauper, and the creators of Will & Grace (Max Mutchnick & David Kohan) + more! Watch the show June 23rd @ 9pm!
For more information visit logotv.com/trailblazer-honors
Below are exclusive videos from Logo about LGBTQ historical figures – all narrated by Laverne Cox:
Mattachine Society & Daughters of Bilitis – “The history of gay resistance groups began long before Stonewall. L.A. based organization, Mattachine Society, and Daughters of Bilitis, America’s first lesbian organization, blazed a trial for the movement we still fight for today…”
Gladys Bentley & James Baldwin – “..the history of queer Harlem Renaissance artists Gladys Bentley & James Baldwin.”
Frida Kahlo – “…history of artist Frida Kahlo and her use of forward thinking themes along with her authentic representation of herself…”
Leonardo da Vinci & Michelangelo – “Renaissance artists Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo created many masterful works of art, some of which helped advance gay passion and desire as norms…”
Richard I, Edward II & James I – “In 17th century Britain kings Richard I, Edward II & James I all had numerous gay love affairs but were forced to hide their courtships.”
Joan of Arc – “Renowned historical icon, Joan of Arc, defied religious convention and gender norms by presenting masculine during war.”
Hadrian & Antinous – “The love affair between Roman emperor Hadrian and the object of his affection, Antinous, brought about historic displays of gay love.”
We’wha – “Laverne Cox tells We’wha’s story of being transgender in Native American culture and their acceptance of gender fluidity.”
Walt Whitman and Albert Cashier – “…the stories of poet Walt Whitman and Irish immigrant Albert Cashier during the Civil War when they, along with the country, were struggling to define their identities.”
Plato & Sappho – “Greek philosopher and poet Plato wrote beautiful prose about his affection for men, while poet Sappho, from the isle of Lesbos, blazed a trail for same-sex equality for women. Both served as inspirations for queer culture around the world.”
More Videos at 2017 Logo Trailblazer Honors