Variety reports a group of prominent LGBTQ stars, including GLAAD board members Frankie Grande and Peppermint, have penned an open letter urging reality TV producers and casting directors to embrace more inclusive representation. The letter, signed by various celebrities calls for authentic portrayals of diverse LGBTQ lives.
Grande emphasized that casting decisions should reflect the full spectrum of the queer community, saying the current formula no longer works.
Research shows that non-LGBTQ viewers who see queer representation in media are more likely to feel familiar and comfortable with the community. The stars say it's time for TV to evolve and better mirror the world its audiences live in. Read the full story at Variety
