‘Heated Rivalry,’ ‘Stranger Things’ and ‘Traitors’ Win Big at GLAAD Media Awards

The 37th annual GLAAD Media Awards took place on Thursday night in Los Angeles, celebrating significant achievements in media representation of the LGBTQ+ community. Among the notable winners was "Heated Rivalry," an HBO Max/Crave series created by Jacob Tierney, which received the award for Outstanding New TV Series. The show follows the love story of two professional hockey players, Connor Storrie and Hudson Williams. In addition to "Heated Rivalry," Netflix's "Stranger Things" was recognized as the top Drama series, while Apple TV's "Palm Royale" won the award for Outstanding Comedy series. Both "Stranger Things" and "Palm Royale" have concluded their runs, marking their final recognition at the GLAAD Media Awards. Other winners at the ceremony included "The Traitors," which was also acknowledged for its contributions to LGBTQ+ representation. Additional honorees included "Kiss of the Spider Woman," Young Miko, and KATSEYE, highlighting a diverse range of media that have made an impact in promoting LGBTQ+ visibility and narratives. The GLAAD Media Awards serve as an important platform for recognizing excellence in media that uplifts and represents the LGBTQ+ community, showcasing both new and established works that resonate with audiences.