Pride Power List 2026

In Association with Stonewall

Celebrating some of the incredible individuals in the LGBTQIA+ community

	Dr Lady Phyll Opoku-Gyimah she/her Executive director, DIVA Charitable Trust Dr Lady Phyll Opoku-Gyimah is executive director of DIVA Charitable Trust and a globally recognised LGBTQIA+ activist. Co-founder of UK Black Pride, she has spent decades championing racial, gender and LGBTQIA+ equality. Through her advocacy, leadership and community organising, Lady Phyll continues to drive lasting change for marginalised communities in the UK and beyond.
	Russell T Davies OBE he/him Screenwriter and television producer Russell T Davies is a screenwriter and television producer, best known for shows like Doctor Who, Queer As Folk and It’s A Sin.Throughout his career, Russell has championed LGBTQIA+ stories, providing powerful representation. He is also a passionate and vocal advocate for trans rights.
	Dame Kelly Holmes DBE, MBE she/her Double Olympic champion and media personality Receiving an MBE in 1998, Col Dame Kelly Holmes is a military veteran and retired international athlete. She won two gold medalsat the Athens Olympics in 2004, and was awarded a DBE in 2005. She is a global inspirational speaker and a trusted voice for the LGBTQIA+ community.
	Alan Carr he/him Comedian, broadcaster and presenter Alan Carr is a comedian, broadcaster, writer, and television personality. Last year, he won The Celebrity Traitors, cementing hisstatus as a national treasure. Throughout his career, he has provided LGBTQIA+ representation, starring on shows like RuPaul’s Drag Race UK, Changing Ends and the short film This Living Room Is A Proud One.
	Dr Victoria McCloud she/her Lawyer and retired judge (King’s Bench Master) Victoria McCloud is a British lawyer who became the youngest High Court Master in 2010 and the UK’s first transgender judge. After 14 years on the bench, she retired in April 2024 and now works as a litigation strategist and advocate for whistleblowing and trans rights.
	Heather Peace she/her Actor and musician Heather Peace is known for her roles in Waterloo Road and EastEnders. She came out as a lesbian to her mother aged 19 and has since been a prominent supporter of LGBTQIA+ equality. She is a patron of akt and has worked with other LGBTQIA+ charities such as Stonewall.
	Kate Osborne MP she/her Labour MP Since 2019, Kate Osborne has served as Labour MP for Jarrow and Gateshead East. Additionally, Kate has consistently been on the Women and Equalities Committee, and previously the Backbench Business Committee. She is an active LGBTQIA+ activist.
	Cat Burns she/her Singer-songwriter Double-platinum artist Cat Burns was the biggest-selling British female artist of 2022 and gave an acclaimed performance of her viral smash, go, at the 2023 BRIT Awards. In 2024, she released her Mercury Prize-nominated album, early twenties, followed by How To Be Human in 2025.
	Owen Jones he/him Political commentator, journalist and activist Owen Jones is a Guardian columnist and the author of Chavs: The Demonisation Of The Working Class and The Establishment:And How They Get Away With It. He hosts two weekly web series, The Owen Jones Show and The Owen Jones Podcast.
	Dr Ranj Singh he/him Doctor, TV presenter, columnist and author Dr Ranj Singh presented the BAFTA award-winning CBeebies show Get Well Soon and was a resident doctor on This Morning. Hisbook, How To Be A Boy: And Do It Your Own Way was published in 2023. He also played Lance in the tour of the award-winning musical & Juliet.

11 Andrew Scott

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Actor

Andrew Scott is known for his roles in Sherlock, Fleabag, Pride and All Of Us Strangers. In early 2024, he spoke out about gettingrid of the term “openly gay” during a roundtable discussion for The Hollywood Reporter. He has been a vocal supporter of LGBTQIA+ rights throughout his career.

12 Bella Ramsey

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Actor

Bella Ramsey, a 22-year-old non-binary actor, has starred in Game Of Thrones, and most notably as Ellie in the HBO drama The Last Of Us alongside Pedro Pascal. They are an inspiring young voice in the queer community.

13 Cynthia Erivo

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Actor and singer

Cynthia Erivo is an actor, singer, songwriter and producer. She has won Tony, Grammy and Emmy awards forThe Color Purple andearned Oscar nomination forher role inWicked. She is a vocal champion of representation and queer identity.

14 Bradley Riches

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Actor

Bradley Riches is best known for portraying James McEwan in Netflix’s Heartstopper, a coming of age series that exploresLGBTQIA+ love in all its forms. In 2023, Bradley released his debut book, “A” Different Kind Of Superpower, and in 2024, he appeared as a housemate on the 23rd series of Celebrity Big Brother.

15  Jon Tilli

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Director, commercial real estate, Deutsche Bank

As global chair of dbPride at Deutsche Bank, Jon Tilli is a committed advocate for LGBTQIA+ inclusion and visibility. Through hisleadership, he has championed equality, fostered collaboration across organisations and helped create more inclusiveenvironments for LGBTQIA+ people. His work continues to drive meaningful progress across the financial sector and beyond.

16  Bobbi Pickard

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CEO and founder, Trans In The City

Bobbi Pickard is CEO of Trans In The City, an organisation she founded to elevate trans and non-binary people in business. It nowbrings together over 350 organisations, collaborating on furthering trans awareness globally. Bobbi is patron of FFLAG and Wiltshire Pride, golden champion of Stonewall Housing and champion of Chippenham Pride.

17  Jude Guaitamacchi

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Trans activist and campaigner

Jude Guaitamacchi is a speaker and trans+ rights campaigner. They founded Trans+ Solidarity Alliance, the national advocacynetwork driving positive change for trans+ people in the UK. Jude won Campaigner Of The Year at the 2024 Rainbow Honours, among numerous other awards.

18  Rosie Jones

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Comedian, writer and actor

Comedian, writer and actor Rosie Jones has described herself as proud to be both disabled and gay. She has cerebral palsy, anduses her platform to discuss her experiences, hoping to empower the wider community. She recently toured the UK with her show, I Can’t Tell What She’s Saying.

19  Graham Norton

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Comedian, broadcaster, actor and writer

Graham Norton is a comedian, broadcaster, actor and writer best known for The Graham Norton Show. Hosting guests like MiriamMargolyes, Ncuti Gatwa and Ian McKellen, Graham has used his platform to champion LGBTQIA+ voices. He has also starred as a guest judge on RuPaul’s Drag Race UK.

20  Joelle Taylor

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Poet and playwright

Author of five poetry collections, Joelle Taylor won the 2021 T.S. Eliot Prize and the 2022 Polari Prize for LGBTQIA+ authors. Sheis a co-curator and host of Out-Spoken Live at the Southbank Centre, and released her most recent work Maryville last year.

21  Ben Hunte

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Journalist, CNN anchor and correspondent

Ben Hunte is a journalist, news presenter and correspondent at CNN. In 2019, he became the BBC’s first official LGBT correspondent. Throughout his career, he has spoken openly about his experiences as a Black gay man, using his platform to amplify stories from the LGBTQIA+ community.

22  Leah Williamson CBE

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Professional footballer

Leah Williamson is a footballer, vice-captain of Arsenal and captain of the England women’s team. A lifelong Arsenal player, shehas won domestic titles and the UEFA Women’s Champions League with the club. As England captain she led the Lionesses to consecutive UEFA Women’s EURO titles, becoming the first to lift two major trophies.

23  Jonathan Bailey

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Actor

Jonathan Bailey is a British actor and outspoken LGBTQIA+ advocate. He uses his platform to challenge stereotypes and promotequeer visibility in the media. Known forplaying Anthony in Bridgerton, he co-founded the Shameless Fund to support LGBTQIA+ mental health, storytelling, and community resilience globally.

24  Munroe Bergdorf

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Model and activist

Munroe Bergdorf is an activist, model, author, broadcaster and British Vogue contributing editor. She is the author of Talk To Me, andhas graced the covers of Vogue, Rolling Stone and Gay Times. In 2025, she released Love & Rage: Munroe Bergdorf, a film telling her unflinching story.

25  Tom Allen

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Comedian, presenter and writer

Tom Allen is a comedian, actor, writer and presenter who has appeared on 8 Out Of 10 Cats, Mock The Week and The Last Leg. Heco-hosts Cooking With The Stars and podcast Likeminded Friends with Suzi Ruffell. Tom has written two memoirs, No Shame and Too Much, and his debut novel Common Decency came out this year.

26  Simon Blake OBE

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CEO, Stonewall

Simon Blake has been CEO of Stonewall since September 2024, previously leading Mental Health First Aid England. Awarded an OBE in 2011 for voluntary sector service, he is also chair of the Support After Suicide Partnership and an ambassador for the DyingMatters campaign. A lifelong LGBTQIA+ advocate, he worked on the repeal of Section 28 and equalising the age of consent.

27  Yasmin Finney

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Actor

Yasmin Finney is an English actor and internet personality. Initially, Yasmin gained a following through her TikTok videos about herexperiences as a Black British teenage trans woman. She starred as Elle Argent in the Netflix show Heartstopper and as Rose Noble in Doctor Who.

28 Alex Scott MBE

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Sports presenter and former professional footballer

A sports presenter, pundit and former professional footballer, Alex Scott played for Arsenal in the Women’s Super League andmade 140 appearances for the England national team. She has been a vocal supporter of LGBTQIA+ rights throughout her career, notably wearing a rainbow armband while presenting the World Cup in Qatar in 2022.

29  Lianne Sanderson

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Broadcaster and former professional footballer

Lianne Sanderson is a former professional football player who debuted for England in 2006 as part of the England squad for the2007 FIFA Women’s World Cup. She began her training with Arsenal in 1997 as part of its youth programme and is now a sports broadcaster.

30  Kezia Dugdale

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Associate director, University of Glasgow, Centre for Public Policy

Kezia Dugdale is the incoming chair of Stonewall and a prominent voice for equality and social justice. A former leader of the Scottish Labour Party and MSP, she has also led the John Smith Centre for Public Service. Through her advocacy, public leadership and commitment to LGBTQIA+ inclusion, Kezia continues to champion equality, representation and positive change for LGBTQIA+ communities across the UK.

31  Ncuti Gatwa

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Actor

Beginning his acting career on stage in Dundee, Ncuti Gatwa is best known for starring in Netflix’s Sex Education as Eric Effiong.He recently portrayed the 15th reincarnation of the Doctor in Doctor Who, the first Black and queer actor to do so. He also appeared in Greta Gerwig’s Barbie in 2023.

32  Sandi Toksvig OBE

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Broadcaster, comedian, presenter and writer

Sandi Toksvig is a broadcaster, comedian, presenter and writer. In 1994, Sandi came out as a lesbian, one of the first to do so whilein the public eye. She is also a political activist, having co-founded the Women’s Equality Party. She has championed LGBTQIA+ visibility throughout her career, including her BBC documentary on The Gateways Club.

33  Moud Goba

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National director, Micro Rainbow

Moud Goba is an LGBTQIA+ and human rights activist with over 15 years’ experience working with grassroots community groups.She is currently chair of the board of trustees at UK Black Pride. In 2023, she was honoured with BET International’s Global GoodAward for “fostering LGBTQ+ safe spaces and refugee integration in society”.

34  Dame Julia Hoggett DBE

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CEO, London Stock Exchange

Julia Hoggett joined the London Stock Exchange in 2021 and is its first openly gay CEO. She has featured as number two inOUTstanding’s list of top LGBTQIA+ executives. Julia received a DBE for services to business and to finance in the King’s Birthday Honours List 2024.

35  Cathryn Wright

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Managing director at Sedulo

Cathryn Wright is a senior leader at Sedulo, as well as the chair of Liverpool Biennial, the UK’s largest free festival of contemporaryvisual art. Having previously been the MD of Stonewall, Cathryn’s career has been defined by her commitment to LGBTQIA+ rights and visibility. She is passionate about building inclusive workplaces.

36  GK Barry

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Influencer, podcaster and TV personality

GK Barry, real name Grace Keeling, is a popular British influencer and podcast host. She has used her platform to have candidconversations with queer guests, supporting visibility and acceptance. Her humour and platform foster safe spaces for LGBTQIA+ voices in digital and social media.

37  Zack Polanski

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Leader of the Green Party

Zack Polanski is a trailblazing LGBTQIA+ political leader, serving as Leader of the Green Party of England and Wales and a member of the London Assembly. He champions equality, social justice and trans inclusion, using his work to amplify marginalised voices and build a more compassionate and inclusive society for all.

38  Ella Morgan

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Reality TV star

Ella Morgan is an award-winning trans advocate, having risen to fame after becoming the first transgender woman to appear onMarried At First Sight UK. Ella uses her platform to elevate trans rights and is the patron of LGBTQIA+ charity Switchboard.

39  Suzy Eddie Izzard

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Actor, comedian and political activist

An acclaimed British actor, comedian and political activist, Suzy Eddie Izzard is known for her surreal humour. A trailblazer inLGBTQIA+ visibility, she has openly embraced her trans identity and continues to challenge societal norms around gender, inspiring generations with her courage and advocacy.

40  Juno Dawson

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Author

Juno Dawson is an author, screenwriter and LGBTQIA+ advocate known for her work in young adult fiction and non-fiction. Herbooks include Clean, Meat Market and This Book Is Gay, which blend sharp humour with honest exploration of identity, gender and sexuality. Juno also writes for television and film and is a prominent voice on LGBTQIA+ rights.

41  Jon Hilton

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Senior manager, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, Virgin Atlantic

Jon Hilton is an award-winning LGBTQIA+ advocate and senior manager of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Virgin Atlantic. In hisrole, he focuses on creating inclusive systems, policies and cultures that allow every employee to thrive. His work strives to deliver measurable impact, improving representation, fairness, engagement and belonging.

42  Sir Stephen Fry

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Actor, comedian, writer and broadcaster

Sir Stephen Fry is an actor, comedian, writer and broadcaster, best known for roles in Blackadder, QI and Wilde. Throughout hiscareer, he has provided vital LGBTQIA+ representation in shows like It’s A Sin and has been open about his own experiences of mental health and being a gay man.

43  Olly Alexander

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Singer-songwriter and actor

The charismatic lead singer of Years & Years, Olly Alexander is a celebrated actor, notably starring in It’s A Sin. A gay icon, he is apassionate advocate for LGBTQIA+ rights and mental health awareness, using his artistry and activism to inspire queer youth and challenge stigma.

44  Eva Echo

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Trans activist and writer

Eva Echo is a trans activist, writer and public speaker, passionate about trans rights and mental health. Eva is well known for her courageous legal action against NHS England in the High Court, challenging the unlawful waiting times for trans patients. She is also part of the Crown Prosecution Service’s hate crime panel.

45  Claire Harvey MBE

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Head of inclusion and engagement, TP ICAP

Claire Harvey MBE is a culture expert, Paralympian and the founder of Not In Our Name (NION). Established following the UKSupreme Court ruling, NION is a collective of women united in the belief that trans exclusion is not what women want, and that trans people deserve dignity, respect and safety. Nearly 100,000 women have added their signatures to NION’s message.

46  Lucy Spraggan

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Singer-songwriter

A fierce voice for LGBTQIA+ representation, Lucy Spraggan found fame as a contestant on The X Factor. She has gone on torelease eight studio albums with her latest, Other Sides Of The Moon, released last year. Her best-selling memoir, Process: Finding My Way Through, was published in 2023.

47  Jacqui Rhule-Dagher

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Associate, Hogan Lovells

Jacqui Rhule-Dagher is dedicated to promoting LGBTQIA+ inclusion and raising awareness surrounding intersectionality. In 2023, Jacqui founded Legally Lesbians, an initiative that saw 25 lesbian lawyers write about their careers and the importance of visibility. In 2024, she was named Diversity Champion of the Year at the DIVA Awards.

48  Gok Wan MBE

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Stylist, TV presenter, author and DJ

Gok Wan is a British fashion consultant, author, TV presenter, actor, DJ, chef and event manager. He presented How To Look GoodNaked from 2006 to 2010, and has previously collaborated with Gay Times on #GlobalPrideMakeover, raising awareness of the prejudice LGBTQIA+ people continue to face globally.

49  Dame Angela Eagle MP

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Labour MP

Dame Angela Eagle is a British Labour Party politician serving as the MP for Wallasey since 1992. After coming out in 1997, DameAngela has provided powerful lesbian representation inside Parliament. She is a fierce ally to the trans community and has been part of landmark legislation for the LGBTQIA+ community.

50 Anthony Watson CBE, J.P

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Founder, Bank of London. Co-founder, Uphold

LGBTQIA+ activist Anthony Watson was appointed CBE in 2023 for services to the LGBTQIA community, Equality and Diversity.Anthony was the first openly gay CEO of a British bank, and is a patron of anti-LGBTQIA+ charity Diversity Role Models.

51  Rylan Clark

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Broadcaster and media personality

A TV and radio presenter, Rylan Clark rose to fame after competing on The X Factor in 2012, where he finished in fifth place. In2024, he released a documentary entitled Rylan: Football, Homophobia And Me, in which he, as a lifelong West Ham supporter, explored the complicated relationship between LGBTQIA+ fans and football.

52  Sir Ian McKellen

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Actor and LGBTQIA+ activist

Renowned for his remarkable stage and screen performances, Sir Ian McKellen has portrayed iconic characters from Gandalf inThe Lord Of The Rings to Magneto in X-Men. A founding member of Stonewall, Sir Ian has been a staunch campaigner for LGBTQIA+ rights since he came out publicly in 1988.

53  Val McDermid

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Author

Val McDermid created the first British lesbian detective character in her debut, Report For Murder, in 1987. She’s since sold over 19million books, many featuring LGBTQIA+ characters. Her best-selling novels have been translated into more than 40 languages, and she’s also a regular broadcaster on radio and TV.

54  Dan Porter

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Head of employer brand and recruitment marketing, Tesco

Dan Porter is an award-winning communications leader with 25+ years’ experience across retail, marketing and creative industries.As chair of Tesco’s LGBTQIA+ network, he champions Inclusion, Diversity and authentic leadership. Through workplace advocacy and community volunteering, Dan empowers LGBTQIA+ people to feel seen, heard and valued.

55  Duncan James

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Singer and actor

A singer, TV presenter and actor, Duncan James is best known as a member of boy band Blue, who shot to fame with hits includingAll Rise and One Love. Duncan first came out in 2009, and has since been a vocal supporter of LGBTQIA+ rights.

56  Rebecca Paisis

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Interim CEO, Pride in London

A seasoned event organiser and LGBTQIA+ advocate with over 12 years’ experience, Rebecca Paisis conceived and launched pioneering events like Winter Pride, Out On The Dock, and Pink Oktoberfest. She actively supports organisations includingStonewall, Terrence Higgins Trust, Diversity Role Models and Imaan, supporting LGBTQIA+ Muslims.

57  Marty Davies

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Writer, campaigner, cultural strategist and founder and CEO of Trans+ History Week

Marty Davies is a writer, campaigner and the founder of Trans+ History Week. Launched in May 2024, the week-long observanceaims to celebrate the millennia-old history of transgender, non-binary, gender-diverse and intersex individuals. Working with QueerAF, this year’s Trans+ History Week offered lessons from history to help fight current rollbacks on trans+ rights.

58  Nadia Whittome MP

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Labour MP

Nadia Whittome is a British politician and the Labour MP for Nottingham East and has held the position since 2019. She is an advocate for migrants and refugees, people of colour, disabled people and the LGBTQIA+ community.

59  Dawn Airey CBE

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Chair Women’s Super League & chair National Youth Theatre

A veteran of the media industry, Dawn Airey was recently appointed chair of Arts Council England. She is also chancellor of EdgeHill University, and chairs the Barclays FA Women’s Super League and Championship board, the National Youth Theatre and Digital Theatre+. Dawn was awarded a CBE in 2024 for services to theatre and charity.

60  Drew Dalton

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CEO, ReportOUT

Drew Dalton is founder and CEO of ReportOUT, a global human rights organisation advancing LGBTQIA+ equality worldwide. He is an author, social researcher, academic and social justice activist, as well as an experienced public speaker and trainer. A TEDxspeaker, Drew works internationally to research and challenge human rights inequalities relating to sexuality and gender identity.

61  Miriam Margolyes OBE

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Actor, comedian and writer

Miriam Margolyes is a celebrated actor and author known for her outspoken wit and captivating performances. A lesbian icon, she is a fearless advocate for LGBTQIA+ rights and visibility, using her platform to champion equality, challenge prejudice, and speak candidly about her experiences in life and love.

62  Oscar Davies

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Barrister

Oscar Davies is a British barrister and non-binary advocate who made history as the UK’s first practising barrister to publiclyidentify as non-binary. Championing diversity in the legal profession, they work to break down barriers for LGBTQIA+ people and promote greater inclusion across traditionally conservative spaces.

63  Rick Jackson

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EVP engagement & enablement, DHL Group

Rick Jackson is a passionate advocate for LGBTQIA+ inclusion and belonging. Through his leadership, he has championed initiatives that foster inclusive cultures, support employee wellbeing and create opportunities for people to thrive. His commitment toequality and representation continues to drive positive change for colleagues and communities worldwide.

64  Stephen Bailey

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Comedian and TV presenter

A comedian and television presenter, Stephen Bailey is best known for hosting Celebs On The Farm and Takeshi’s Castle. Heopenly shares his experiences — including his relationship and incidents of homophobia – advocating for normalised LGBTQIA+ representation in mainstream media.

65  Lucy Bronze

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Professional footballer

Lucy Bronze is a professional footballer and widely recognised as one of the best right-backs in women’s football. She has helpedthe team reach two Euros wins in 2022 and 2025. She uses her platform to promote inclusion and diversity within the sport, and encourage more young girls to play football.

66  Suzi Ruffell

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Comedian and writer

Suzi Ruffell is a critically acclaimed comedian, author and host of podcasts including Likeminded Friends and Out. Her debut book,Am I Having Fun Now?, came out in 2025, talking openly about anxiety. Suzi tours frequently and is currently performing The Juggle across the UK.

67  Sue Perkins

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Comedian and broadcaster

Sue Perkins is a broadcaster, comedian, actor, singer and writer, known for hosting The Great British Bake Off. Her comedy show,The Eternal Shame Of Sue Perkins, explores stigma, humiliation and misunderstanding. She has spoken openly about being a lesbian in the public eye, hoping others can live as their authentic selves.

68  Stephanie Fuller

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CEO, Switchboard

Stephanie Fuller joined Switchboard, the national LGBTQIA+ helpline, in 2021 as general manager, bringing with her experience ofoperating at senior level in a variety of non-profit organisations. Responsible for leading the effective day-to-day running of Switchboard, Stephanie, now CEO, is passionate about empowering and enabling its volunteers.

69  Travis Alabanza

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Performance artist, writer and activist

Travis Alabanza is an award-winning performance artist, writer and theatre-maker whose work explores Black, queer and transidentities. Known for their powerful voice and stage presence, Travis challenges societal norms, advocating for trans rights and queer liberation through art that is unapologetically political and deeply personal.

70  Michael Gunning

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Former professional swimmer and LGBTQIA+ advocate

Michael Gunning is a British-Jamaican competitive swimmer known for participating in the 200-metre butterfly event. He came out as gay on the television show The Bi Life in 2018 and is Jamaica’s first openly gay athlete.He championsLGBTQIA+ rights and mental healthin sports.

71  Char Bailey

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Activist

Char Bailey is an award-winning facilitator and a director at Birmingham Pride. An autism advocate within the LGBTQIA+ community and board member at Neurodiversity In Business, she is also involved with organising UK Black Pride as its education and inclusion officer.

72  Emily Hamilton

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Vice president of group change, RS Group

Emily Hamilton is the vice president of group change at RS Group and deputy CEO of Trans In The City. She is also the founderand chair of the world’s first LGBTQIA+ supporters’ association in world professional rugby, QuinsPride at Harlequins. Throughout her career, she has advocated for inclusion and the ability of people to be their true selves at work.

73  Jane Hill

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Journalist and broadcaster

A BBC broadcaster and journalist, Jane Hill currently fronts the BBC News At Six and Ten and weekend bulletins. She was the UK’sfirst openly gay newsreader on terrestrial TV and advocates about the importance of LGBTQIA+ representation on television and greater representation of gay women.

74  Paris Lees

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Author, writer and campaigner

Paris Lees is an award-winning British author and journalist, hailed as a defining voice of her generation. Her acclaimed memoirWhat It Feels Like For A Girl, also now hit TV show, explores growing up working-class and trans in Nottinghamshire. A pioneeringbroadcaster and columnist, she has broken barriers across major media platforms, amplifying trans voices.

75  Sue Sanders

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CEO, Schools OUT UK

For over 50 years, British LGBTQIA+ rights activist Sue Sanders has challenged all forms of oppression. She is CEO of SchoolsOUT UK, which aims is to visibilise LGBTQIA+ people in all their diversity. Sue also co-founded LGBT+ History Month and The Classroom, a website which provides resources on LGBTQIA+ issues for use across the curriculum.

76  Peter Tatchell

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LGBTQIA+ campaigner and activist

Peter Tatchell has been campaigning for human rights for more than 50 years and has been involved in over 3,000 protests andcampaigns. He is best known for his work with LGBTQIA+ social movements. His Peter Tatchell Foundation works to promote the human rights of individuals, communities and nations, in the UK and internationally.

77  Scott Nunn

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Chief creative officer and co-founder, Pride Wide Trust

Scott Nunn is co-founder of Pride Wide Trust and a leading voice in LGBTQIA+ storytelling, visibility and advocacy. Formerly co-founder of Gay Star News and Digital Pride, he has spent over two decades championing LGBTQIA+ communities through media,campaigns and community initiatives that challenge prejudice, amplify voices and drive meaningful change.

78  Raga D’silva

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Author, host, TEDx speaker and LGBTQIA+ activist

Raga D’silva is a storyteller, podcaster, social entrepreneur and human rights activist. She is the co-founder of OUTspokenSpeakers, the UK’s first speaker agency and social enterprise for LGBTQIA+ women and non-binary individuals. Raga also hosts the Older Queer Voices Podcast.

79  Daniel Lismore

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Fabric sculptor, designer and campaigner

Daniel Lismore is an artist, model and climate activist. A self-described living sculpture, he creates elaborate, three-dimensionaltableaux of figurative sculptures. In 2023 he exhibited Studio Visit, a site-specific installation based on the studio environment that isinstrumental to his practice, at Giant Gallery, Bournemouth. In 2024 he appeared in Netflix’s Geek Girl.

80  Matt Dowie

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Director of talent, engagement and inclusion, HSBC Innovation Banking

Matt Dowie is a DEI leader with over a decade’s experience driving inclusion strategies across global organisations. Having heldsenior roles at HSBC, Deloitte, ING and ANZ, he is a passionate advocate for evidence-based approaches to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, championing meaningful progress and equal outcomes for all.

81  Paul Stanley

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Solutions architect, De Beers Group

Paul Stanley is co-chair of the Real You LGBTQIA+ colleague network and lead of the UK Inclusion and Diversity working group at De Beers Group. Through his leadership, advocacy and commitment to colleague engagement, he has helped drive Inclusion, strengthen LGBTQIA+ visibility and support meaningful progress across De Beers, Anglo American and their wider networks.

82 Aderonke Apata

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Founder, African Rainbow Family

Aderonke Apata is a Nigerian LGBTQIA+ activist, barrister and founder of the charity African Rainbow Family. She is a passionate advocate and campaigner for LGBTQIA+ people seeking asylum. She also co-authored and developed The Black LeadershipEmpowerment Programme as part of the Black Leaders Programme’s initiative, following the murder of George Floyd in 2020.

83  Daisy Reeves

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Global inclusion and client engagement partner, BCLP

Daisy Reeves is the global inclusion and client engagement partner at international law firm, BCLP. She is a game-changer in thefield of Inclusion, and is recognised as one of the most influential LGBTQIA+ executives in the world. She works with experts, clients and communities to develop next and best practice in this space.

84  Fox Fisher

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Filmmaker, artist, author and trans+ rights campaigner

Fox Fisher is an artist, filmmaker and activist. As co-founder of My Genderation, they have produced award-winning films spotlighting trans+ lives. Fox is co-author of Trans Teen Survival Guide, and campaigns for LGBTQIA+ rights, blending creativity with advocacy to educate and inspire.

85  Libby Baxter-Williams

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CEO, Biscuit

Libby Baxter-Williams, a dedicated advocate for the bisexual community, is director of Biscuit, an organisation focused on supporting bisexual+ people. She actively contributes to local and national Pride events, conducts workshops and writes about bi+ issues. In 2020, Libby initiated the #CelebrateBiWomen campaign.

86  Nxdia

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Singer-songwriter

Nxdia is an Egyptian-British singer-songwriter blending pop, rock and alternative sounds. As a non-binary artist, they openlyembrace queer identity and expression in their music and visuals. They are a bold voice for LGBTQIA+ representation and self-discovery in the emerging alternative music scene.

87  Roxy Bourdillon

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Editor-in-chief, DIVA magazine

Roxy Bourdillon’s role at DIVA has enabled her to significantly impact the realm of lesbian and queer media. An award-winningwriter, she has been published in numerous iconic titles including Curve, LOTL and L-Mag. In 2025 she released her debut book, What A Girl Wants: A (True) Story Of Sexuality And Self-discovery.

88 Aubrey Crawley

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Founder and CEO of the West London Queer Project (WLQP)

Aubrey Crawley is the founder and CEO of the West London Queer Project, a thriving community organisation dedicated to creating safe, inclusive and affirming spaces for LGBTQIA+ people. Through WLQP, Aubrey has built opportunities for connection,wellbeing and visibility, helping to strengthen and empower LGBTQIA+ communities across West London and beyond.

89  Ian Tomney-Bell

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Head of inclusion and talent acquisition, giffgaff

Ian Tomney-Bell is the head of Inclusion and talent acquisition at giffgaff, a DE&I specialist and speaker. Throughout his career, he has focused on disrupting traditional Diversity, Equity and Inclusion paradigms. At giffgaff his mission is to amplify diverse voicesand create a truly welcoming workplace culture.

90  Mark Armario

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Senior strategic learning partner, BT Group consumer division, EE and Plusnet service

Mark Armario, as chair of the BT Group Pride Network, champions LGBTQIA+ Inclusion through allyship, education and policychange. He oversees Pride attendance in 16 locations and in 2025 initiated a Pride collaboration with Switchboard.

91  Mzz Kimberley

she/her

Actor, cabaret performer and activist

Mzz Kimberley is one of the UK’s most fashionable artists, an actor and cabaret performer, a passionate activist for the LGBTQIA+community, patron of cliniQ, the sexual health service for the trans and non-binary communities, ambassador for ParaPride, supporting the disabled community, and patron of AIDS Memory UK.

92  Lil Lesbian Nan

she/her

Content creator

Lil Lesbian Nan is a popular influencer providing vital representation for older lesbians. She makes content about her life, fashion, family and lesbian culture, gaining her over 200,000 followers on TikTok alone. She has worked with brands like Gaydio and Barclays WSL to share her message of being your authentic self.

93  Olivia Bailey MP

she/her

Labour MP

The Labour MP for Reading West and Mid Berkshire and Minister for Early Education and Equalities, Olivia Bailey is committed to championing LGBTQIA+ rights in parliament. As a proud lesbian, she has spoken openly about calling for a trans-inclusive ban onconversion practices. She regularly attends events for the LGBTQIA+ community, including the Lesbian Visibility Week parliamentary reception this year.

94  Maria Patsalos

she/her

Partner, Mishcon de Reya LLP

Maria Patsalos is a partner at Mishcon de Reya and the firm’s Equity, Diversity and Inclusion partner. She co-led the creation ofPink Law, providing free legal advice to LGBTQIA+ people, and has supported numerous LGBTQIA+ asylum seekers. Through her legal practice and advocacy, Maria continues to champion Equality and Inclusion.

95  Matt Foster

he/him

Director of inclusion and impact, Ogilvy UK

Matt Foster is director of inclusion and impact at Ogilvy UK and a leading LGBTQIA+ advocate in the advertising industry. Afounding member of WPP’s LGBTQIA+ network UNITE and a non-executive director of Outvertising, he champions Inclusion, authentic representation and positive change across the creative sector.

96  Emma Riley

she/her

Programme and operations manager, RX Global

Emma Riley is an award-winning LGBTQIA+ veteran and programme and operations manager at RX Global. In 1993, she was discharged from the Royal Navy due to her sexual orientation. She took the case to the European Court of Human Rights to challenge the decision and contributed to the 2000 lifting of the ban on gay people serving in the military.

97  Tolu Osinubi

she/her

Director, Deloitte UK

Tolu Osinubi is a multi-award-winning Diversity, Inclusion and intersectionality advocate, and serves as director at Deloitte UK in the quality and test engineering team. She is also co-chair of Proud at Deloitte, using her platform to represent her multiple intersections as a Black LGBTQIA+ role model working in technology.

98  Krishna Omkar

he/him

Head of global sponsors and institutional investments, LSEG

Krishna Omkar is a globally recognised thought-leader on Diversity. He co-convened the 2019 UN consultation on LGBTQIA+rights. In April 2022, Krishna joined the board of Human Rights First, the only non-US board member in the history of the organisation. In 2026, Krishna served as a judge for the Rainbow Honours.

99 Ash Palmisciano

he/him

Actor

Ash Palmisciano is a groundbreaking British actor best known for his role as Matty Barton in Emmerdale, the show’s first trans character. As a transgender man, he champions authentic representation and LGBTQIA+ Inclusion in the media, becoming a powerful role model for trans+ visibility.

100  Lewis Hancox

he/him

Filmmaker, comedian and trans advocate

Lewis Hancox is a British filmmaker, writer and comedian known for his witty, honest depictions of trans life. As a trans man, Lewiscreates content that educates and entertains, from viral sketches to documentaries, breaking down stereotypes and advocating for LGBTQIA+ acceptance with charm and humour.

 

Power Couples

the couples providing representation together

Adam Frisby and Jamie Corbett

he/him & he/him

Adam and Jamie launched a UK parliamentary petition for surrogacy law reform, gaining over 80,000 signatures after facing a lengthy court process to become recognised as their daughter’s legal UK parents.

Adele Roberts and Kate Holderness

she/her & she/her

Both well-known broadcasters, Adele and Kate champion LGBTQIA+ visibility and bowel cancer awareness, using their platform to inspire others through openness, resilience and authentic representation.

Clare Balding and Alice Arnold

she/her & she/her

Powerhouse broadcasting couple Clare and Alice are known for sports and news coverage. Married in 2015, they star on Celebrity Gogglebox, championing visibility for older LGBTQIA+ couples.

Sir Elton John and David Furnish

he/him & he/him

Pop superstar Elton and filmmaker David, together for over two decades, remain tireless champions of LGBTQIA+ equality, combining global philanthropy with advocacy through the Elton John AIDS Foundation.

Jake Graf and Hannah Graf MBE

he/him & she/her

Jake and Hannah made history as transgender parents to two daughters. Authors of memoir Becoming Us and children’s book The Silly Frilly Dress, they continue breaking barriers through storytelling and advocacy.

Matthew Mackinnon and Ryan Payne

he/him & he/him

Matthew and Ryan are LGBTQIA+ content creators using social media to normalise same-sex relationships, encourage conversations around LGBTQIA+ issues and inspire millions through lifestyle, travel, humour and their book, Love Is Love.

Ollie and Gareth Locke-Locke

he/him & he/him

Ollie and Gareth, stars of Made in Chelsea, have become prominent advocates for LGBTQIA+ family life, candidly documenting their experiences of marriage and becoming parents.

Rose Ellen Dix and Rosie Spaughton

she/her & she/her

Already YouTube sensations, the couple started their podcast Parental Guidance in 2020, allowing us to follow their journey to parenthood. They now have two children.

Tom Daley OBE and Dustin Lance Black

he/him & he/him

Dustin is an author, campaigner and filmmaker whilst Tom is an Olympic champion and LGBTQIA+ advocate. Married since 2017, they are proud parents to two sons.

Whitney and Megan Bacon-Evans

she/her & she/her

Whitney and Megan, known as Wegan, are Fertility Equality campaigners who helped drive fairer NHS access for same-sex couples. Since welcoming daughter Olivia, they continue championing LGBTQIA+ families.

Corporate Allies

The people making a difference in the world of business

Dame Amanda Blanc DBE

she/her

Group CEO, Aviva

Dame Amanda Blanc DBE has used her influence as one of the UK’s leading business figures to champion LGBTQIA+ inclusion, representation and opportunity, driving meaningful progress through visible, inclusive leadership.

Darsheta Maini

she/her

Formerly group inclusion and wellbeing partner, Legal and General

Darsheta Maini is a passionate advocate for inclusive workplaces, championing wellbeing, intersectionality and employee experience while helping shape initiatives that support LGBTQIA+ people and other underrepresented communities.

David Carrigan

he/him

Group director of diversity, inclusion and wellbeing, Sky UK Ltd

David Carrigan has driven LGBTQIA+ inclusion by embedding Diversity and wellbeing into organisational culture, increasing visibility, challenging barriers and ensuring inclusion remains a strategic business priority.

Erica Bourne

she/her

Chief people officer, LSEG

Erica Bourne champions LGBTQIA+ inclusion through employee networks, inclusive policies and strategic people leadership,advancing representation, supporting Pride initiatives and embedding inclusion across LSEG’s culture and business.

Florence Henderson

she/her

AVP-inclusion, Moody’s

Florence Henderson is a passionate advocate for inclusion and belonging, championing LGBTQIA+ visibility, intersectionality andmeaningful engagement through collaborative leadership and strong partnerships with employee networks.

Dr Kamal Ahuja

he/him

Scientific and managing director, JD Healthcare

Dr Kamal Ahuja is a pioneer of inclusive reproductive healthcare, having spent over 40 years championing access to fertility treatment for LGBTQIA+ people and solo parents.

Mark Given

he/him

Chief technology, data and marketing officer, Sainsbury’s

Mark Given is a committed LGBTQIA+ ally who has championed inclusion and representation. As LGBTQIA+ Operating Board Sponsor at Sainsbury’s, he has strengthened visibility and empowered employee networks.

Rebecca Short

she/her

Chief operating officer, Deutsche Bank

Rebecca Short is a visible LGBTQIA+ ally whose leadership as co-Executive Sponsor of dbPride has strengthened inclusion and Pride across Deutsche Bank.

Wincie Knight

she/her

SVP, International Culture & Stakeholder Strategies, Paramount

Wincie Knight has spearheaded LGBTQIA+ inclusion across Paramount, driving representation in content and workplace culture, supporting employee networks and ensuring authentic queer voices are reflected across the business.

Dr Zaheer Ahmad MBE

he/him

Head of unifying culture, BDO

Dr Zaheer Ahmad is a leading DEI figure at BDO LLP, driving strategic inclusion through intersectional leadership, inclusive recruitment and culture, while championing LGBTQIA+ equity and accountability in business.

Celebrity allies

Using their platform to stand up for our community when it counts

Annie Lennox OBE

she/her

Singer-songwriter, political activist and philanthropist

Annie is a singer-songwriter, philanthropist and long-standing LGBTQIA+ ally. Her humanitarian work, including HIV/AIDS activism and founding The Circle, has advanced equality and empowered women and girls worldwide.

David Tennant

he/him

Actor

David Tennant has been a vocal LGBTQIA+ ally, repeatedly defending trans rights and challenging discrimination. He also champions queer stories in the arts, using his platform to promote inclusion and equality.

Emma Watson

she/her

Actor

Emma is an actor and committed LGBTQIA+ ally. In 2025, she signed an open letter supporting trans, non-binary and intersex communities following the UK Supreme Court ruling.

Harry Kane

he/him

Professional footballer

Harry has consistently supported LGBTQIA+ inclusion in football, backing the Stonewall Rainbow Laces campaign and promoting the message that “Football is for all.”

Harry Styles

he/him

Singer-songwriter and actor

Harry’s music and live performances have fostered an inclusive community. A long-standing LGBTQIA+ ally, he has consistently championed self-expression, acceptance and individuality.

Jeremy Vine

he/him

Broadcaster and journalist

Jeremy has regularly highlighted LGBTQIA+ issues through interviews and debate, helping bring conversations about equality, representation and inclusion to mainstream audiences.

Beverley Knight MBE

She/Her

Singer-songwriter and actress

Beverley is a fierce LGBTQIA+ ally and advocate for human rights. She has supported the Terrence Higgins Trust, performed at UK Black Pride and spoken publicly in support of the trans community.

Nicola Coughlan

she/her

Actor

Nicola emerged as a leading LGBTQIA+ ally in 2025, raising over £120,000 for Not A Phase, championing trans inclusion, challenging discrimination and becoming a trusted voice for young LGBTQIA+ audiences.

Sir Richard Branson

he/him

Founder, Virgin Group

Sir Richard is a business leader and vocal LGBTQIA+ ally. Through the Virgin Group, he has championed inclusive workplaces and publicly supported equality, diversity and LGBTQIA+ rights.

Sinitta

she/her

Singer and TV Personality

Sinitta is a long-standing LGBTQIA+ ally whose performances, Pride appearances and public support for equality have made her a much-loved figure within the community.