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Doechii Calls Out Anti-LGBTQ+ Discrimination During GLAAD Award Acceptance: ‘I Am Disgusted’

Doechii slammed the rising tide of anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric during her acceptance speech at the 2025 GLAAD Media Awards. See what she said.

“I am thrilled at being recognized with such a prestigious award by GLAAD and to be joining prior honorees such as Renee [Rapp], Lady Gaga, Lil Nas X, Sam Smith and Janelle Monáe,” she said. In closing her speech, Doechii gave a special callout to up-and-coming queer artists in the audience, offering them some sage advice: “[Do] not let anyone ever block your dreams … I just want to encourage you guys to stay connected with one another. Rising R&B star Durand Burnarr took home a trophy for outstanding breakthrough music artist during the ceremony, while Cynthia Erivo was honored with the organization’s Stephen F. Kolzak award for her work in raising visibility for queer people in 2024 and beyond.

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