The 2025 GLAAD Media Awards honored outstanding achievements in LGBTQ+ representation across television, film, and other media. The event hosted by comedian Hannah Einbinder, recognized productions and individuals that have made a positive impact on the visibility of LGBTQ+ stories.

This year’s Outstanding Drama Series award went to Euphoria. It was praised for its complex LGBTQ+ characters. The Prom won Outstanding Film, celebrating a high school student’s fight for acceptance at prom. Actress Laverne Cox received the GLAAD Vanguard Award for her advocacy for transgender representation.

While the awards highlight progress, they also remind the industry that more work is needed, particularly for trans and non-binary characters. GLAAD’s annual report shows slow progress, urging continued efforts for authentic and inclusive storytelling in the media. The 2025 awards emphasize how much the entertainment industry can influence social change and the importance of celebrating diverse voices.