35th Annual GLAAD Media Awards Hosted by Ketel One Vodka

On May 11th, 2024 GLAAD had their 35th annual Media Awards hosted by Ketel One Vodka at the New York Hilton Midtown in New York, New York. The evening celebrated  LGBTQ+ media representation with Ketel One cocktails and celebrities such as Cody Rigsby, Jonathan Bennett, and more. 

Javier Ambrossi, Javier Calvo and Sasha Velour

The event’s focal point was the recipient of GLAAD’s Excellence in Media Award, presented by Laverne Cox awarded to Jennifer Hudson due to her endeavors promoting allyship and acceptance in the LGBTQ+ community. The Vito Russo Award, dedicated to those who are openly a part of the LGBTQ media making strides in the industry, was presented by Jennifer Lawerence and given to Orville Peck. 

Cody Rigsby, Jaymes Vaughan and Jonathan B

The guest list included Ross Matthews, Amrit Kapai, Nicholas Koukouchos, Beanie Feldstein, Carla Gugino, Daniella Carter, Don Lemon, Kate Owens, Kristen Lovell, Los Javis, Mary McDonnell, Octavio Sanders, Uma Thurman, and many more.

A guest, Jaida Essence Hall, and Latrice Royale

The cocktails presented by Ketel One allowed guests to indulge in iconic Cosmopolitans and beloved espresso martinis curated by Ketel One’s machines. 

Logan Taylor, Alexandre Lemay, and CJ Romero

GLAAD has acted as a powerhouse in promoting LGBTQ+ representation in the media and has made everlasting impacts. With Pride Month, June, around the corner, we celebrate GLAAD and its sponsors for all it does for representation.