Visible: Out on Television — Season 1

Feb 202052m

Early TV portrayed LGBTQ people as homicidal maniacs and sexual deviants. It wasn't until the '70s that positive portrayals began to emerge.

Feb 202050m

Following the Stonewall Uprising, LGBTQ activists began using television as a tool for change.

Feb 20201h 5m

HIV/AIDS was initially ignored by TV, and fear of the disease stunted LGBTQ representation. Eventually, TV raised awareness on the issue.

Feb 20201h 8m

In 1997, Ellen DeGeneres made history by coming out on her TV show and in her personal life. But the celebration was short-lived.

Feb 20201h 12m

Today's new guard of LGBTQ creators in TV has opened the door to greater representation and wider inclusivity.