14 Historical Pop Culture Moments That Elevated the LGBTQ+ Community

There is no doubt that the Ryan Murphy-produced FX drama Pose has revolutionized TV for the better. Helmed by a power team of trans writers like Janet Mock and Our Lady J, and a cast where all of the central characters are portrayed by queer and trans people of color, the series is centered on the New York ballroom scene during the 1980s. Tackling issues like HIV/AIDS, transphobia, and the importance of chosen family, Pose is quality television at its finest and most fearless. The show also earned MJ Rodriguez an Emmy nomination, making her the first trans woman in history to be nominated for an Emmy.