

During the 35th annual GLAAD Media Awards in New York, a protester disrupted the opening monologue, leading to a tense moment that was awkwardly acknowledged by host Ross Matthews. The event, which celebrates LGBTQ+ media, featured celebrities and activists, including Jennifer Lawrence who criticized Mike Pence, humorously dismissing the effectiveness of conversion therapy. The ceremony also highlighted the role of LGBTQ+ activists in broader social justice movements and raised funds for political advocacy, emphasizing the community's ongoing fight for rights and recognition.