In the United States, 46 percent of LGBTQ characters in primetime programming on cable networks were gay in the 2023-2024 season. Furthermore, respectively, 25 percent and 26 percent of LGBTQ characters were lesbian and bisexual+.
Distribution of LGBTQ characters in primetime programming on cable networks in the 2023-2024 season, by sexual orientation
Counts are based on original scripted series airing or which are expected to air in primetime between June 1, 2023 and May 31, 2024 for which casting has been announced and confirmed by networks.
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GLAAD. (April 26, 2024). Distribution of LGBTQ characters in primetime programming on cable networks in the 2023-2024 season, by sexual orientation [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved November 10, 2024, from https://www-statista-com.ezproxy.canberra.edu.au/statistics/699407/lgbtq-characters-cable-sexual-orientation/
GLAAD. "Distribution of LGBTQ characters in primetime programming on cable networks in the 2023-2024 season, by sexual orientation." Chart. April 26, 2024. Statista. Accessed November 10, 2024. https://www-statista-com.ezproxy.canberra.edu.au/statistics/699407/lgbtq-characters-cable-sexual-orientation/
GLAAD. (2024). Distribution of LGBTQ characters in primetime programming on cable networks in the 2023-2024 season, by sexual orientation. Statista. Statista Inc.. Accessed: November 10, 2024. https://www-statista-com.ezproxy.canberra.edu.au/statistics/699407/lgbtq-characters-cable-sexual-orientation/
GLAAD. "Distribution of Lgbtq Characters in Primetime Programming on Cable Networks in The 2023-2024 Season, by Sexual Orientation." Statista, Statista Inc., 26 Apr 2024, https://www-statista-com.ezproxy.canberra.edu.au/statistics/699407/lgbtq-characters-cable-sexual-orientation/
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Distribution of LGBTQ characters in primetime programming on cable networks in the 2023-2024 season, by sexual orientation [Graph], GLAAD, April 26, 2024. [Online]. Available: https://www-statista-com.ezproxy.canberra.edu.au/statistics/699407/lgbtq-characters-cable-sexual-orientation/
