18th Annual GLAAD Media Awards

The transcript discusses the support for GLAAD and the importance of joy in media. It highlights the positive changes in the portrayal of gay characters in television and film, noting a decrease in negative stereotypes. The conversation also touches on the representation of gay characters in 'Hairspray', emphasizing the happiness and positivity associated with the film.

What is the main reason the speaker supports GLAAD?

• To support a political agenda

• To promote a specific movie

• To criticize negative portrayals

• To promote joy in media

How does the speaker describe the current portrayal of gay characters in media?

• As overly dramatic

• As mostly negative

• As unprecedentedly positive

• As unchanged

What concern does the speaker express about the portrayal of gay characters?

• They are always shown as villains

• They are often ignored

• They should not be dehumanized

• They are portrayed as too perfect

What is the speaker's humorous observation about 'Hairspray'?

• It has no gay characters

• It has too many gay characters

• It is a serious drama

• It is not popular

How does the speaker describe their own demeanor?

• As one of the happiest gay actors

• As unhappy

• As indifferent

• As very serious