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From groundbreaking cinema to binge-worthy TV, the best LGBTQIA+ love scenes have done more than just serve drama and romance—they’ve made history.

These moments have pushed past stereotypes and censorship to show love in all its forms: tender, messy, passionate, complicated, and real. It challenged stereotypes and brought visibility to queer Latinx femmes in a powerful way.

Which LGBTQIA+ love scene lives rent-free in your mind?

And it being Kurt — a character who went through such hardships, an identity crisis, and intense bullying due to his own sexuality — made the scene even worse."

—Brandyce, 29

"This scene is definitely problematic. When Papi uplifts a sad and emotional Angel. But in this moment, she makes the space. But slowly and powerfully, that changed.

movie gay scene

‘As The World Turns’ (2007)

Luke and Noah’s kiss

This was the first gay male kiss on daytime television — and it was sweet. It’s quiet.

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This one was awful because I was in my teens while Glee was on, and at that time, I was also questioning my sexuality, and that was the first time I saw someone say, 'Hey, I like boys AND girls.' It was something I could immediately relate to, only to be shut down instantly by someone else saying it was a lie..."

—Anonymous

Hereonthe eve of Pride 2025, it’s time to brush up on our queer pop culture history.

BY: Sierra Kennedy

Published 9 months ago

There’s nothing like a good love scene — one that makes your heart race, your eyes tear up, and your group chat light up with “Did y’all see that?!” But when it comes to LGBTQIA+ representation, love scenes haven’t always gotten the screen time — or respect — they deserve.

For decades, queer love was either erased, demonized, or reduced to tragic endings.

White dudes in power, take note. It wasn’t just hot — it was a mic drop in the face of homophobia in the music industry.

‘But I’m A Cheerleader’ (1999)

Megan’s cheer for Graham

Megan finds herself and her voice at conversion therapy graduation — and what does she do with it?

‘The West Wing’ (Episode 44)

Bartlet vs. And while every meaningful scene matters, the moments that spotlight queer Black, Latinx, Asian, and Indigenous love? Pride means copious glitter and unbridled joy. Their rooftop kiss is full of nervous energy and joy — it’s a moment that feels both rebellious and beautiful.

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Oh, and it’s for kids. It’s a cosmic “fuck you” to heteronormativity, wrapped in sparkles and heroism.

‘Pose’ (Season 1, Episode 5)

Blanca reads a transphobic customer

Blanca Evangelista does not come to play. “Pose” (2018–2021) – Angel and Lil Papi

Their love story was one of the emotional anchors of “Pose,” and their scenes together are full of chemistry and mutual respect.