In recent years, LGBTQ individuals have moved from the periphery to the forefront of pop culture. They are no longer confined to the shadows; instead, they've become the people next door, seamlessly integrated into the narratives we consume through various forms of media. Whether through fictional characters or the real-life performers themselves, LGBTQ individuals have gained visibility on TV, in movies, in music, and even in comic books. The portrayals have evolved drastically from the often derisive stereotypes of a generation ago.
