“‘Renaissance: A Film By Beyoncé’ further exemplifies Beyoncé’s commitment to use her global platform to spotlight, uplift and pay tribute to the Black LGBTQ community. The Renaissance tour was deeply inspired by the LGBTQ community in ballroom culture and disco music. In the film Beyoncé memorializes these people who were often victims of violence and lost to AIDS by spotlighting the many LGBTQ creatives of today who have influenced her, yet have previously not received the praise and recognition that they deserve. “Renaissance: A Film By Beyoncé” continues the heartfelt tribute to the singer’s Uncle Johnny whom she so beautifully reflected upon during her honor at the 2019 GLAAD Media Awards.”
“I want to dedicate this award to my uncle Johnny, the most fabulous gay man I have ever known, who helped raise me and my sister,” she shared. “He lived his truth and he was brave and unapologetic at a time when this country wasn’t as accepting.”
“Witnessing his battle with HIV was one of the most painful experiences I’ve ever lived. I’m hopeful that his struggle served to open pathways for other young people to live more freely. LGBTQI rights are human rights.”
Watch the trailer for Renaissance: A Film By Beyoncé here:
