Cher is among the stars wearing purple with pride as she celebrates the LGBTQ+ community as part of GLAAD’s 2020 Spirit Day
The Chicks, LeAnn Rimes and Tegan & Sara will also be part of the virtual event on October 15th, which will also see the release of LGBTQ-inclusive children’s book, Spirit Day: A Book About Spreading Joy.
“From the effects of COVID-19, to the social uprising against racial injustice and police brutality, to the Trump administration’s consistent attacks on LGBTQ people, this year has presented unprecedented challenges and crises, all of which continue to uniquely and disproportionately impact LGBTQ youth,” GLAAD president and CEO Sarah Kate Ellis said.
“At a time when LGBTQ youth may be isolating in homes that are not affirming or do not have access to their usual support systems, this year’s Spirit Day is a chance for LGBTQ people and allies to send messages of acceptance and support to LGBTQ youth when they need it most.”
The event comes shortly after Cher was honoured for her work in entertainment and her philanthropic efforts with the Spirit of Katherine Hepburn Award last weekend.
For more information on the annual event, click here.
