Is reality TV helping viewers accept LGBT people?

Reality television programs are exposing American viewers to LGBT people in ways that scripted shows have not, which may be leading to greater acceptance. 

“There is something particularly striking about actual gay people being themselves on television,” said Katherine Sender, an academic who studies reality TV.

Colorado is the proud home of a number of gay reality TV stars including Project Runway's Mondo Guerra (pictured), Charlie Price and Matthew Morris of Shear Genius.

Glamour & Glitter: The Center's 35th Anniversary Gala

Glamour and glitter, fashion and fame! The Center's 35th Anniversary Gala is going to be outrageous. Truly, truly outrageous! 

Save the date for September 24 - and table captains, get your tickets now! - because we've got appearances by noted speaker and transgender activist Donna Rose, entertainment by Ron Ivory and Members Only Band and a stunning audio-visual presentation by ZeroSun that will knock your socks off. 

One of Denver's most glamorous men, Charlie Price (pictured left), creative director of 303 Magazine and artistic director for the 35th Anniversary Gala had this to say about what is sure to be one of the highlights of Colorado's LGBT social season, 

"I am honored to participate in the 35th anniversary of The Center! It will a beautiful sleek red carpet experience where everyone feels like a VIP - think modern Hollywood glamour spiked with a sexy, modern and forward thinking sensibility."