The Loud House has been nominated for GLAAD's inaugural "Outstanding Kids & Family Programming" award in the 29th Annual GLAAD Media Awards, for featuring accurate and inclusive representations of the gay and bisexual communities. Nickelodeon's hit series currently features four LGBTQ+ characters: Lincoln's best friend, Clyde McBride has two fathers, Harold and Howard; and Lincoln's sister, Luna, and her crush, Sam, are bi-sexual.
This is the first year GLAAD are honoring children and family shows featuring inclusive programming with a specific category. However, this is the second year in a row that The Loud House has been nominated for a GLAAD award, having been nominated for "Outstanding Individual Episode (in a series without a regular LGBTQ character)" award for the episode "Attention Deficit" in the 28th Annual GLAAD Media Awards.
Rounding out GLAAD's first ever "Outstanding Kids & Family Programming" category are: Andi Mack (Disney Channel); Danger & Eggs for the episode "Chosen Family" (Amazon); Doc McStuffins for the episode "The Emergency Plan" (Disney Channel); and Steven Universe (Cartoon Network).
Although the networks first-ever married same-sex couple, Harold and Howard McBride aren't the networks first same-sex couple. In 2014, the series finale of Nickelodeon's hit original animated series The Legend of Korra ended with Korra and Asami, two of the shows female characters, embarking on a romantic relationship, with fans endearingly calling the couple 'Korrasami'.
On Wednesday 14th February 2018, Kevin Sullivan, a staff writer on The Loud House, and a scriptwriter on The Loud House episode "Attention Deficit", will be taking part in the "Creating LGBTQ-inclusive Content for Kids" panel at the Kidscreen Summit 2018. Kids and family entertainment is arguably the very last part of the entertainment business to include positive portrayals of LGBTQ characters. But the last few years have marked a significant shift, with shows like The Loud House, Doc McStuffins, Steven Universe, and Andi Mack breaking new ground in the depiction of LGBTQ characters and issues. This session will thoughtfully address why this shift is happening, how creators and networks are approaching LGBTQ inclusion, and most importantly, how to keep up the momentum. Kevin will be joined on the panel by Sarah Kate Ellis, CEO, GLAAD; Terri Minsky, Creator, Disney; Chris Nee, Executive Producer of Doc McStuffins and Vampirina, Disney Junior; and Linda Simensky, Vice President (VP), Children’s Programming, PBS KIDS.
"What people see in the media has a powerful impact on how they treat others and the GLAAD Media Awards raise the bar for media to tell LGBTQ stories that accelerate acceptance," said GLAAD President & Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Sarah Kate Ellis. "At a time when anti-LGBTQ policies and harassment are on the rise, it is imperative that Hollywood and news media tell more LGBTQ stories that reflect the community’s rich diversity – and build understanding that brings all communities closer together. This year's nominees showcase stories that span races, genres, ages, and geographies, challenge misconceptions, and broaden understanding and acceptance of LGBTQ people across the globe."
GLAAD announced their 125 nominees in 21 English-language categories and 16 nominees in 4 Spanish-language categories today, Friday 19th January 2018, live from the Sundance Film Festival
The GLAAD Media Awards honor media for their fair, accurate, and inclusive representations of the LGBTQ community and the issues that affect their lives. The GLAAD Media Awards also fund GLAAD's work to accelerate acceptance of the LGBTQ community. The GLAAD Media Awards ceremonies will be held in Los Angeles on Thursday 12th April 2018 at The Beverly Hilton, and in New York on Saturday 5th May 2018 at the New York Hilton Midtown.
A full list of 29th Annual GLAAD Media Awards nominees can be found here on glaad.org. A tip sheet with additional facts and figures about this year's 141 nominees is available at: www.glaad.org/mediaawards/factsandfigures. The 29th Annual GLAAD Media Awards nominees were published, released, or broadcast between January 1 and December 31, 2017.
Special Honorees for the GLAAD Media Awards in Los Angeles on Thursday 12th April 2018, and in New York City on Saturday 5th May 2018 will be announced in coming weeks.
The 29th Annual GLAAD Media Awards corporate partners include Presenting Partners Delta Air Lines, Ketel One Vodka, and Wells Fargo. GLAAD is also grateful to: Official Partner Bud Light; Platinum Partners Allstate Insurance Company, MetLife, Omnicom Group, Southwest Airlines, and Turner. For a full list of corporate partners and information on how to become a corporate partner, purchase tickets, and place a tribute in the tribute book, please visit www.glaad.org/mediaawards.
GLAAD rewrites the script for LGBTQ acceptance. As a dynamic media force, GLAAD tackles tough issues to shape the narrative and provoke dialogue that leads to cultural change. GLAAD protects all that has been accomplished and creates a world where everyone can live the life they love. For more information, please visit www.glaad.org or connect with GLAAD on Facebook and Twitter.
Congratulations and good luck to all the nominees in the 29th Annual GLAAD Media Awards!
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H/T: The Associated Press via OzarksFirst.com.
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