In the United States, in the 2023-2024 season, 38 percent of LGBTQ characters on broadcast networks were gay, whereas 31 percent of LGBTQ characters were lesbian. In addition, 19 percent of LGBTQ characters were bisexual.
Distribution of LGBTQ characters on broadcast networks in the 2023-24 season, by sexual orientation
Counts are based on original scripted series airing or which are expected to air in primetime between June 1, 2023 and May 31, 2023 for which casting has been announced and confirmed by networks.
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GLAAD. (April 26, 2024). Distribution of LGBTQ characters on broadcast networks in the 2023-24 season, by sexual orientation [Graph]. In Statista. Retrieved March 10, 2025, from https://www.statista.com/statistics/698053/lgbtq-characters-sexual-orientation/
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GLAAD. (2024). Distribution of LGBTQ characters on broadcast networks in the 2023-24 season, by sexual orientation. Statista. Statista Inc.. Accessed: March 10, 2025. https://www.statista.com/statistics/698053/lgbtq-characters-sexual-orientation/
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