A Big Week in LGBTQ Family TV
It was a big week in the representation of LGBTQ families on television—across several shows, for several ages. But is LGBTQ diversity on TV as deep as that might make it seem?
Entertainment
Watch: “Gender Revolution” Extended Trailer
This Monday is the television premiere of Gender Revolution: A Journey with Katie Couric, and I highly recommend it to everyone. The documentary blends both personal stories and scientific knowledge to present a textured and understanding look at gender and what it means to be intersex or transgender. Here’s a sneak peek.
Free Tickets for Same-Sex Parents to Show About a Girl with Two Gay Dads
Lindsey Steinert grew up with two gay dads in the early 90’s, before that was “cool”—and she’s written and performs in a one-woman off-Broadway show about her experience.
A Holiday Movie with Gay Dads and a Gender-Bending Boy
Yes, there is a movie about same-sex parents that will give you that warm, fuzzy holiday feeling. It’s from a few years back, but don’t let that stop you.
12 Star Wars Quotes for Parents
Rogue One, the latest Star Wars movie, comes out this week, so I’m sharing these quotes from the original trilogy that, to me, shine a light on the epic adventure that is parenting.
New Project to Create Cartoon about Kids with Same-Sex Parents
A new Kickstarter project aims to create an animated cartoon, possibly a series, about a girl with two dads and her friend with two moms.
TV Alert: “From This Day Forward” Shares Story of Trans Dad, Daughter
A new documentary about a transgender parent and her daughter premieres this coming Monday on PBS.
Watch the trailer here.
Goodbye and Thank You to AfterEllen
AfterEllen, “the pop culture site that plays for your team,” will be shutting down this Friday after 14 years. I am deeply saddened.
Transparent Wins Emmys, Expanding View of LGBTQ Families on TV
Transparent, the Amazon Studios series about an older transgender woman and her family, took home two Emmys last night—and we should all be celebrating.
The Fosters’ Summer Finale: Lesbian Moms and Teen Drama
The summer finale of Freeform’s The Fosters is tonight, bringing us lesbian moms, teen drama, and a few warm, fuzzy feelings.