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This character’s inclusion signifies a positive step toward normalizing LGBTQ+ identities in children’s media.

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Right at the beginning of the movie, as the first day of Bonnie’s kindergarten experience takes place, one child appears to be checked in by two mothers. His sexuality was confirmed in the 2017 TV movie “Hey Arnold!: The Jungle Movie.” In the film, a flashback shows Mr. Simmons celebrating Thanksgiving with his partner, Peter.

Although his sexuality was not a focal point of the original series, his inclusion as an openly gay character in the movie was a significant step forward for LGBTQ+ representation in children’s media.

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Scoot over, Jake. Interestingly, as we grow older and discover changes within ourselves and in society, cartoons have also adapted to be more inclusive today.

From classic cartoons like The Powerpuff Girls with subtly queer characters to lesbian marriages in We Bare Bears, we’ve compiled 15 woke cartoons from the past and present that we absolutely stan.

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But is it problematic that this queer character is presented as a villian to kids though? Their portrayal has been widely praised for promoting acceptance and understanding of LGBTQ+ relationships.

18. Working alongside Buzz in the Star Command, Alisha and our titular character are both amongst those stranded upon the alien planet where the movie takes place.

However, Luz and her girlfriend Amity are the first same-sex lead characters in Disney to share a kiss on-screen. Officer Blubs and Deputy Durland (Gravity Falls)

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Officer Blubs and Deputy Durland from “Gravity Falls” are portrayed as a loving same-sex couple. Throughout the show, Ray’s sexuality is portrayed with humor and complexity, often involving him in various storylines that highlight his skills and personal life.

In the episode “Bloody Ferlin” (Season 3, Episode 9), Ray returns to his home state and introduces his boyfriend, showcasing a more personal side of his character.

It was originally released in 2017, and ran until the middle of 2019, when it was cancelled due to Disney’s infamous 65-episode series limit. 

While the main character of the series is undoubtably the titular Andi Mack, a young girl with a strong heart and considerable intelligence, in this summary we’ll be talking about Cyrus Goodman – one of Andi’s best friends.

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We’ve all caught wind of the headlines and seen the flurry of activity on Twitter and similar platforms.

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The comic showcased them on a vacation and sharing a sweet kiss — a win for the girls and gays. Mr. Simmons (Hey Arnold!)

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Mr. Kind, frank, and Buzz’s best friend, she is a strong backbone for the rest of the ship’s crew

When Buzz sets off to attempt to calibrate a hyperspace engine and ends up experiencing skips in time, however, Alisha remains on the alien planet, and ends up living out her life normally despite their situations – making a family, and eventually sharing a kiss with her wife upon one of Buzz’s brief returns from outer space.

Alisha’s inclusion into the film and this kiss resulted in Lightyear being banned in China, Kazakhstan, Egypt, Oman, Kuwait, Lebanon, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Bahrain, Indonesia, Turkey, and Malaysia.

#3) Merida from Brave

Meridia and Brave as a movie represent Pixar’s dedication to quality filmmaking in a lot of ways, ranging from the insane amount of technical development involved in the appearance of the titular character’s hair to the respect it grants to the Scottish culture that it features.

We’ve spoken about the profit-based reasons for queer characters being chronically left out of movies and animation, and the nature of ‘queer-coding’ and the vilification of queer people before, but what about the social reasons, and the conservative nature of production companies? Benson (Kipo and the Age of Wonderbeasts)

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Benson from “Kipo and the Age of Wonderbeasts” is a significant character for LGBTQ+ representation.

Nothing beats coming home after a long day of school and lounging on the sofa with your eyes glued to the TV screen. Seeing gay cartoon characters on screen helps to normalize LGBTQ+ identities and offers relatable role models for viewers. They are the loving and supportive parents of Clyde McBride, one of the main characters in “The Loud House.” Their debut in the episode “Overnight Success” (Season 1, Episode 19) was a milestone for representation.

The McBrides are depicted as caring and attentive parents, breaking stereotypes and providing a positive portrayal of a same-sex couple raising a child.