LGBTQ Representation on US TV Falls 41%, Report Shows
41% Decline in LGBTQ+ Characters Across Television Significant Reduction Projected by 2026 The 2025 GLAAD report reveals a projected 41% decrease in LGBTQ+ characters currently appearing on American television by 2026. GLAAD, a leading media advocacy group for LGBTQ+ visibility, attributes this decline to increasing conservative pressure influencing creative decisions across networks and streaming platforms.









