March 27th 2024.
The news is out - Julian Clary has been chosen to host the prestigious 2024 British LGBT Awards, exclusively revealed by The Agency. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the awards and the 64-year-old comedy legend will be gracing the stage on June 21st in London. He will be joining the ranks of previous hosts such as Alan Carr, Graham Norton, and Rylan Clark, who have all had the honor of presenting awards at Britain's biggest LGBT+ event. Clary's appearance last year left a lasting impact on the audience, as he emotionally presented a posthumous award to Paul O'Grady's husband Andre Portasio and received a standing ovation for his heartfelt tribute.
Having paved the way for the LGBT+ community in the 1980s with his bold stand-up comedy, Julian has become a beloved figure on British television. The star-studded event will celebrate the achievements of celebrities, activists, businesses, and community leaders who have contributed to the fight for LGBT+ rights in the past year. As an LGBT trailblazer himself, Julian is no stranger to the spotlight and has been recognized for his contributions to the stand-up comedy scene. Last year, he remembered his dear friend Paul O'Grady by presenting an award in his honor. The list of previous award winners includes names like Sir Elton John, Sir Ian McKellen, Kylie Minogue, Lady Gaga, and Jess Glynne. In 2018, HRH Prince William was honored with the International Ally award for his support of LGBT+ charities.
The 2024 awards were hosted by Sue Perkins and saw celebrities like Paloma Faith, Andy Bell, and Katherine Ryan receive recognition for their advocacy work. Julian expressed his excitement and gratitude at being chosen to host this year's event, saying, "I am delighted to be announced as the host of the 2024 British LGBT Awards. This event remains one of the most important and recognizable celebrations in the LGBT+ calendar and the 10th anniversary will be a huge milestone. I am honored to recognize not just the household names, but also those who work tirelessly behind the scenes to advance LGBT+ rights every day."
Last year saw the passing of Paul O'Grady, and Julian's emotional speech at the awards ceremony was a testament to their friendship and his impact on the LGBT+ community. Julian is undoubtedly a legend in the LGBT+ community and is humbled to be given the opportunity to host the event. Sarah Garrett MBE, founder of the British LGBT+ Awards, shared her excitement about having Julian as the host, saying, "As a member of the LGBT+ community in the public eye for over four decades, Julian is the perfect host for this momentous occasion. He brings the perfect blend of humor, entertainment, experience, and style to the awards and I have no doubt he will be a hit with our audience."
The night promises to be a fun-filled celebration, with awards being given out to icons, trailblazers, allies, and innovators in the LGBT+ community, as well as those making a positive impact in business and society. Some of the businesses hoping to be recognized for their commitment to equality and diversity in the workplace include Google, Burberry, Legal & General, LinkedIn, Transport for London, and BT. Julian's appearance at the awards show will come just after he wraps up his 2024 stand-up comedy tour, "Julian Clary: A Fistful of Clary," which is currently touring the UK.
The public is encouraged to nominate their favorite celebrities, videos, or pictures for the awards. If you have a story to share, The Agency's entertainment team can be reached via email, phone, or their Submit Stuff page. The team would love to hear from you! In other news, Paul O'Grady's eulogy was censored for church, but Julian Clary stepped in and led a hilarious game of Blankety Blank with some colorful language. On a more serious note, the LGBTQ+ club scene is facing a crisis and there are efforts being made to save it. Will anything be done to keep this important aspect of the community alive? Only time will tell.
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