How Queer!

Queer people have long been underrepresented in the media, and recently that has improved greatly, with the increased awareness of queer people, as well as people who come out as queer only after they've gained popularity. In this article I will be showcasing different people or characters who adequately represent the queer community in the public eye, what representation means to us, and who we look up to as role models. Bex Taylor-Klaus To me, representation means having aspects of your own identity shown in a positive light in the media. This can manifest in characters in TV shows or movies, or in real people with said traits who are succeeding in the forefront of the media. Representation is so important for queer people (and for any underrepresented group) because it shows that someone can be successful and queer, and that people like you can achieve your goals while being a proud queer person. Margaret Cho Personally, I think that Bex Taylor-Klaus is one of the b

Recently, queer representation in the media has been at a record high. There's still a long way to go, but compared to the representation of the past, we have a record number of out queer influencers at the forefront of the industry. Lachlan Watson (they/them) Instagram Lachlan is one of the youngest self-identifying non-binary actors in Hollywood, and they have been open about the way they identify, and the challenges that queer people face. Lachlan's Instagram is full of high fashion shots of them in absolutely amazing outfits. Watch Lachlan as they star in The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina on Netflix. King Princess (she/her) Instagram King Princess is a genderqueer musician known for her explicitly queer love songs, and relatable content. She stated in an interview with them. that she makes her art explicitly queer in order to help guide queer youth and mold the "new normal". You can find King Princess's Music on all streaming platforms!