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This iconic queer musician reworked one of his songs to honor Princess Diana.
Elton John
This month is internationally recognized as Pride Month.
June
This sitcom features a stylish lawyer and his best friend living in NYC.
Will & Grace
This reality competition show popularized the phrase “Shantay, you stay.”
RuPaul’s Drag Race
This December holiday celebrates light, joy, and community.
Hanukkah
This artist’s song “Born This Way” became an anthem for self‑acceptance.
Lady Gage
This city hosted the first Pride march in 1970
New York City
This animated show features a groundbreaking nonbinary character named Double Trouble.
She-Ra and the Princess of Power
This item can help trans and non-binary folks feel more comfortable with their bust.
A binder
Many LGBTQ+ people celebrate this concept of supportive, non‑biological relationships.
Chosen Family
This TV show about a ballroom community won multiple Emmys.
Pose
This landmark uprising in 1969 is widely seen as a turning point in LGBTQ+ activism.
Stonewall
This 2018 film about a teen coming out was a mainstream rom‑com hit.
Love, Simon
This style era is known for bold colors, big hair, and disco culture.
The 1970s
This holiday movie features a queer couple navigating family expectations.
Happiest Season
This singer became the first openly gay man to win an Oscar for Best Original Song.
Sam Smith
This symbol, created by Gilbert Baker, represents LGBTQ+ pride.
The Rainbow Flag
This author wrote Giovanni’s Room, a classic of queer literature.
James Baldwin
This fashion icon is known for androgynous style and the album The Fame.
Lady Gage
This tradition involves exchanging small, thoughtful gifts — often with a humorous twist.
White Elephant
This pop star’s “Rainbow” album became a symbol of resilience and empowerment.
Ke$ha
This organization, founded in 1950, is one of the oldest LGBTQ+ advocacy groups in the U.S.
The Mattachine Society
This film won Best Picture for its story about identity, masculinity, and love.
Moonlight
This designer created the iconic “Judy Garland” rainbow dress.
Halston
This holiday is celebrated on October 11th and encourages queer folks to share their identity with others if comfortable.
National Coming Out Day