Last night GLAAD congratulated Ryan Murphy on receiving the Carol Burnett Award and released the below response to his acceptance speech. Ryan Murphy has received more nominations and wins at the GLAAD Media Awards than any other Hollywood creator. Winning projects include Glee, The Normal Heart, The New Normal, American Horror Story: Asylum, The Assassination of Gianni Versace, and The Boys in the Band. Last year, Pose received the GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding Drama Series for the third time. Other nominated projects include Hollywood, Halston, The Prom, The Politician, Ratched, Feud, American Horror Story, Circus of Books, Pray Away, The Glee Project, Running With Scissors, Nip/Tuck, Popular, and 9-1-1: Lone Star.
Quote from GLAAD President and CEO Sarah Kate Ellis:
“Ryan Murphy’s glorious acceptance speech at the Golden Globes tonight inspired all of us working for a more diverse and equitable industry and should be a sign of what is possible for young LGBTQ talent and creatives. The LGBTQ artists who he applauded tonight, along with so many others who have worked on or appeared in his projects, are truly changing the industry. With a persistent dedication to spotlighting marginalized and diverse stories in the most powerful ways, Ryan Murphy ushered in a new age of LGBTQ storytelling and is so very deserving of the Carol Burnett Award.”
Tweet from GLAAD/GLAAD President and CEO Sarah Kate Ellis:
In his glorious speech, Ryan Murphy spotlighted so many LGBTQ Hollywood changemakers and inspired all of us working for a more diverse and equitable industry. His work over the years has ushered in a new age of LGBTQ storytelling. Thank you, Ryan. https://twitter.com/sarahkateellis/status/1613008928052482049
About GLAAD:
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.
