Gok Wan and Anna Richardson to host star-studded celebration of LGBT+ community Rainbow Honours
metro.co.ukGok Wan and Anna Richardson are teaming up for what’s set to be a star-studded spectacle of the night, as the duo are announced as the hosts of the 2023 Rainbow Honours.The award ceremony, which is sponsored by The Bank of London, is due to take place at the world-famous Natural History Museum in London on May 17.The event will highlight many of the incredible people and organisations who are dedicated to supporting the LGBT+ community, placing a focus on promoting diversity in everyday life.The Rainbow Honours will also shine a spotlight on milestones that have been achieved in this respect in areas including politics, the media, grassroots activism and business.Last year, a number of highly-commendable individuals were honoured at the ceremony, including the cast of Netflix’s hit series Heartstopper, comedian Paul O’Grady and actor Stephen Fry, while it was hosted by actor Julian Clary and RuPaul’s Drag Race star Victoria Scone.With Metro set to be a media partner of the event, fashion guru Gok said that he ‘can’t wait’ to present on the night alongside ‘the fabulous’ Anna.‘This is one of the most spectacular awards events in the LGBTQ+ calendar and it will be a huge celebration of the community.
It really is an honour to be involved,’ he said.‘We will shine a light on the role models, brands, activists and unsung heroes who advance the rights of LGBTQ+ people.‘It’s going to be incredible and I’m so excited to see all the big names at the event!’Anna, whose credits have included presenting Naked Attraction and Changing Rooms, added: ‘In an increasingly divided world, the 2023 Rainbow Honours Awards exists to celebrate and congratulate the special people and institutions who strive to make life better for the LQBTQI+.
