37th GLAAD Media Awards Nominees: Celebrating LGBTQ Representation in Media
The 37th annual GLAAD Media Awards nominees have been announced, with the Canadian queer hockey drama "Heated Rivalry" receiving its first major nomination for outstanding new TV series. Other nominees in the same category include "Boots," "Chad Powers," "Clean Slate," "The Four Seasons," "The Hunting Wives," "I Love L.A.," "Long Story Short," "Mid-Century Modern," "Overcompensating," and "Pluribus." Despite its popularity, "Heated Rivalry" faced disappointment when it was reported that it would not be eligible for Emmy Awards.
Another show that made waves in December, "Stranger Things," received a best drama series nomination, along with "Brilliant Minds," "The Buccaneers," "Doctor Who," "The Gilded Age," "The Last of Us," "Power Book III: Raising Kanan," "The Sandman," "Severance," and "Yellowjackets." The show featured a notable coming out scene with Noah Schnapp's character, Will.
In the category of outstanding film in wide theatrical release, nominees include "Blue Moon," "Christy," "Clown in a Cornfield," "Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale," "The History of Sound," "I Know What You Did Last Summer," "Kiss of the Spider Woman," "On Swift Horses," "Twinless," and "The Wedding Banquet." The outstanding music artist category features stars like Lady Gaga, Elton John, Brandi Carlile, Maren Morris, Reneé Rapp, Conan Gray, and others.
GLAAD president and CEO Sarah Kate Ellis highlighted the importance of LGBTQ stories in media and the organization's commitment to promoting fair and accurate storytelling. Special recognition was given to four projects that don't fit traditional award categories. The 37th GLAAD Media Awards, sponsored by Hornitos Tequila, will take place in Los Angeles on March 5, with a diverse range of nominees across various categories.
The nominees represent work published, released, or broadcast between Jan. 1 and Dec. 31, 2025, across different media platforms. The awards aim to celebrate LGBTQ representation and storytelling in the media landscape. The full list of nominees includes a wide range of films, TV series, music artists, podcasts, and more, showcasing the diversity and talent within the LGBTQ community.