31st GLAAD Media Awards | |
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Date | July 30, 2020 |
The 31st GLAAD Media Awards is the 2020 annual presentation of the GLAAD Media Awards, presented by GLAAD honoring the 2019 media season and held on July 30, 2020. The awards honor films, television shows, musicians and works of journalism that fairly, accurately and inclusively represent the LGBT community and issues relevant to the community.[1] GLAAD announced the 176 nominees split across 30 categories on January 8, 2020, in New York City, New York.[2][3] The award show was originally scheduled to be held in New York City, hosted by Lilly Singh, on March 19, 2020, with the remaining awards presented in Los Angeles on April 16, 2020.[3] However, the award show was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.[4] A virtual ceremony aired on GLAAD's Facebook and YouTube channels on July 30, 2020.[5] The ceremony was hosted by Fortune Feimster and Gina Yashere, along with guest appearances from numerous celebrities.[5]