The 23rd GLAAD Media Awards was the 2012 annual presentation of the

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s, presented by the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation honoring the 2011 season. The awards seek to honor films, television shows, musicians and works of journalism that fairly and accurately represent the

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community and issues relevant to the community. The 23rd Annual GLAAD Media Awards honored nominees in 25 English-language categories and 10 Spanish-language categories. Awards were presented in three separate ceremonies: in

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on March 24, 2012; in

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on April 21, 2012; and in

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on June 2, 2012. The New York City awards were hosted by Naya Rivera and Cory Monteith, with special performances by Todd Alsup, Corey Craig, Whitney Day, and

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Nominees

Winners are presented in bold.

English-language categories

Spanish-language categories

References

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2012 in LGBTQ history 2012 in New York City 2012 in Los Angeles 2012 in San Francisco Lists of LGBTQ-related award winners and nominees