Niecy Nash-Betts, Out100 Icon of the Year, talks visibility, marriage equality, and more
The Advocate's sister publication honors Nash-Betts for her talent and activism.
October 14, 2025
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Oprah Winfrey and Niecy Nash-Betts to be honored at GLAAD Media Awards
The ally and the out performer will both be recognized for their visibility and activism.
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The Claws star says the announcement of her marriage to a woman wasn't simply a coming out.
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Oprah, Niecy Nash-Betts, Out win big at GLAAD awards
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The actress also discussed her views on coming out and labels.
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Ryan Murphy Honors LGBTQ+ Actors in Uplifting Golden Globes Speech
Praising queer creatives like Billy Porter, Niecy Nash, and Michaela Jae Rodriguez, Murphy accepted a lifetime achievement award.
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The Golden Globes Return to TV Gayer Than Ever
While LGBTQ+ creatives were mostly left out of the winners, queer stories still shined bright.
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Kathy Griffin tells Out100 crowd, 'Become as politically engaged as you can'
The Advocate of the Year also got in a dig at Donald Trump's genitalia.
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