Are the GLAAD Awards Televised?

The 2024 GLAAD Media Awards, celebrating LGBTQ+ representation in media, featured a star-studded lineup including Oprah Winfrey, Kate Hudson, Sydney Sweeney, and the cast of RuPaul’s Drag Race. The event honored outstanding achievements in film, television, music, arts, and culture. The awards ceremony took place in Los Angeles on March 14th.

While the GLAAD Awards were not broadcast live on traditional television, they became available for streaming on Hulu starting March 29th. This allowed a wider audience to access the ceremony and celebrate the honorees.

All Hulu subscribers can access the 2024 GLAAD Media Awards online for free with their existing subscription. For those without a subscription, Hulu offers plans starting at $7.99 per month, providing access to a vast library of content including movies, TV shows, and documentaries, in addition to the GLAAD Awards.

The Disney Bundle Trio offers a cost-effective option, bundling Hulu, Disney+, and ESPN+ for $14.99 per month, a significant saving compared to subscribing to each service individually.

Hosted by Wayne Brady, the 35th annual GLAAD Media Awards included performances by Kate Hudson, debuting her single “Talk About Love,” and Chlöe, performing her new song “FYS” live for the first time.

Oprah Winfrey received the prestigious Vanguard Award for her long-standing commitment to allyship, while Niecy Nash-Betts was honored with the Stephen F. Kolzak Award, recognizing her efforts to combat discrimination in Hollywood. Numerous celebrities presented awards and made appearances, including the casts of Ted Lasso and Yellowjackets, along with Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, Matt Bomer, Reneé Rapp, Billie Joe Armstrong, and Grammy winner Victoria Monet.

The GLAAD Media Awards have become the world’s largest LGBTQ+ awards show, and Hulu’s streaming partnership significantly expands the event’s reach and visibility. This platform allows for global recognition of the individuals and projects championing LGBTQ+ representation in media.

GLAAD, the world’s largest LGBTQ+ media advocacy organization, uses the awards to highlight the importance of fair, accurate, and inclusive portrayals of LGBTQ+ individuals and issues across various media platforms, including film, television, news, and Spanish-language media. The awards serve as a powerful platform to advocate for positive change and greater understanding.

The 35th Annual GLAAD Media Awards are available on-demand on Hulu, accessible on various devices such as phones, tablets, laptops, and smart TVs through the Hulu app. This accessibility ensures that the message of inclusivity and the celebration of LGBTQ+ achievements reach a broad audience.