Animal Rights #Pride: These Queer Celebs Are Loud for Animals
For vegan people nestled under the LGBTQ+ umbrella, “coming out” conversations are a part of life—whether they’re about who we love or what we eat. While often intimidating, these interactions can drive us to find new strength within ourselves and develop a deeper sense of compassion and understanding for others—both humans and animals. Our own struggles as queer vegans can make it easier to empathize with those who are stigmatized or marginalized.
Many of us have also learned that we may have to seek out or even create a community when it doesn’t already exist around us. This Pride month—and always—be loud. As animal advocates, we already know that we must #NeverBeSilent in the face of oppression, but we must also be loud enough that everyone who hasn’t yet found the courage to come out can hear our words and find power in them. Queer celebs and influencers inspire people around the world to live their truth openly, and a growing number of them are speaking up for animal rights.
These LGBTQ+ Celebs Are Proud to Speak Out for Animals
Read on to see which of your favorite LGBTQ+ celebs are also proud vegans:
Alan Cumming
Ruby Rose
Niecy Nash
Chrishell Stause
Victoria Scone
Tig Notaro
Julio Torres
Gottmik
Jason Mraz
@jason_mraz Thank you for visiting us at the @recordingacad’s #GRAMMYs gift lounge & picking out a #vegan @noizeoriginal coat Loved meeting you & talking about impressive & warm animal-free fashion! It will look great on you
by Getty Images for The Recording Academy pic.twitter.com/mFbQsqwCxy
— PETA (@peta) January 26, 2020
Sara Gilbert
Jane Velez-Mitchell
Mike White
Courtney Act
We can’t choose our sexuality, but every day, we can make choices that help others who are suffering. Getting involved for animals in your community can also be a great way to meet new, like-minded friends and allies. Together, we can break down barriers and make the world a safer place for those who are bullied and beaten just for being different.
