“As long as gay people don’t have their rights across America,” said late gay liberation activist Marsha P. Johnson used to say, “There’s no reason to celebrate.” LGBTQ+ activist and anonymous drag performer was a prominent figure in 1969 Stonewall Riot, a series of protests against discrimination aimed at unifying LGBTQ+ community members worldwide. Building on Johnson’s legacy, a group of LGBTQ+ models continue to speak their truth and support gay rights today.
The LGBTQ+ community has made significant strides in fashion expression. Are from whimsical fashion designer amplify the community year-round to LGBTQ+ influencers Affirming their presence in the outer space, the battle continues with a host of new pioneers working across the fields. Actress Laverne Coxfor example, recently helped design Transgender Barbiea move that will give LGBTQ+ children and youth the much-needed representation they deserve.
The fashion industry is also slowly opening catwalks and ad campaigns to LGBTQ+ talent, thanks in part to a number of gay, lesbian, gay, and lesbian people. transgender model people who are living according to their truth and thriving in these huge spaces unapologetically. While much remains to be done, these inspirational individuals are paving the way for others to follow in their footsteps.
Read on for a list of the hottest LGBTQ+ models you should know right now. Follow their work and content to educate themselves about the history of Pride celebrations, and make sure to actively show up for the community by participating in Pride events, voting for pro-candidates gay rights and buy from gay-owned brands and businesses.
– Additional reporting by Allison Ingrum and Zara Patel
