‘Will & Grace’ Star Sean Hayes To Be Honored At GLAAD Media Awards
Will & Grace star Sean Hayes is being honored with the Stephen F. Kolzak Award at the 30th Annual GLAAD Media Awards in Los Angeles on March 28.
The Stephen F. Kolzak Award, named after the legendary casting director, is presented to a LGBTQ media professional who has made a significant difference in promoting LGBTQ acceptance. Stephen himself devoted his life to raising awareness in the entertainment industry about the discrimination faced by LGBTQ people as well as people living with HIV.
Previous honorees include Jim Parsons, Laverne Cox, Ellen DeGeneres, Troye Sivan, Ruby Rose, Chaz Bono, Wanda Sykes and Sir Ian McKellen.
“Sean’s portrayal of Jack changed countless hearts and minds, and increased LGBTQ visibility at a time in history when representation and inclusion were low,” said GLAAD President and CEO Sarah Kate Ellis. “On screen and off screen, Sean uses his platforms to advance stories and messages that make the world laugh, make the world think, and further acceptance of all.”
The annual awards will begin in L.A. on March 28 and events will continue in New York City on May 4, where Madonna will receive the Advocate for Change Award.