It was a night of music and LGBTQ joy at the Concert For Love & Acceptance which took place June 7 at the Wildhorse Saloon in Nashville.
GLAAD teamed with Grammy-nominated country star Ty Herndon for the event, which featured a robust roster of artists and celebrities who were all there to support the LGBTQ community.
The impressive guest list included Chrissy Metz, Maddie & Tae, Terri Clark, Pam Tillis, Sam Williams, Brooke Eden, Chapel Hart, Desmond Child, Billy Gilman, Jamie Floyd, Brandon Stansell, Bryan Ruby, Wendy Moten, Shelly Fairchild, Justin Fabus, Auti, Autumn Nicholas, Jada Cato, Jason Catron, and Matt Bloyd.
“With all that’s going on in the world, this event has gained a new level of significance,” said Herndon. “ I’m so grateful to the artists and fans who came together to send a message of love and acceptance from here at CMA Fest to LGBTQ people all around the globe.”
In addition to showstopping performances, GLAAD’s VP of Communications & Talent Anthony Allen Ramos was invited onstage for a surprise presentation of the RALY Award, commemorating Ramos’ ongoing work to make country music a welcoming and valuable space for LGBTQ people.
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The Concert for Love & Acceptance provides a platform for artists, supporters, and allies to come together in a spirit of love, unity, and acceptance. The concert is set to raise awareness and support for Herndon’s Foundation for Love & Acceptance. For almost 10 years, the Foundation has been at the forefront of fostering understanding, compassion, and equality for the LGBTQ+ community.
Watch the full concert via GLAAD’s Facebook here: