List of reality television programs with LGBTQ cast members


This is a List of reality television programs that include real life lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, non-binary, pansexual, queer, or otherwise LGBTQ, persons in the cast. Reality programs that feature an LGBTQ+ theme, with or without LGBTQ cast members, are included.

1970s

YearTitleNetworkCast memberNotes
1973An American FamilyPBSLance Loud

1990s

YearTitleNetworkCast memberNotes
1998–The ChallengeMTVRyan Kehoe
1998–The ChallengeMTVEvelyn Smith
1998–The ChallengeMTVLaurel Stucky
1998–The ChallengeMTVShane Raines
1998–The ChallengeMTVGus Kenworthy
1998–The ChallengeMTVHennessy Carolina
1998–The ChallengeMTVBen Davis
1996–1998All Rise for Julian ClaryJulian Clary"Judge" Julian Clary hears cases of disputes between friends and neighbors.
1995–2007Road RulesMTVSophia Pasquis
1995–2007Road RulesMTVVeronica Portillo
1995–2007Road RulesMTVShane Landrum
1995–2007Road RulesMTVRachel Robinson
1995–2007Road RulesMTVDanny Dias
1995–2007Road RulesMTVNick Haggart
1995–2007Road RulesMTVIvory Martinez
1995–2007Road RulesMTVLaMonte Ponder
1995–2007Road RulesMTVMike Flatley
1992–The Real WorldMTVNorman Korpi Late teens and 20-somethings living together, some LGBT roommates. While most gay, lesbian and bisexual cast members' sexuality were discussed or shown on the program. Coral did not come out of the closet until years after her season had ended. Norman dated Charles Perez on-camera, which had the effect of outing Perez. Pedro Zamora dated Sean Sasser on the show and the two exchanged vows in an on-air commitment ceremony. Despite a confrontation with a castmate ending with him being called a homosexual, Williams did not come out until a subsequent reunion special. Marlon identified as having bisexual tendencies in the course of the series, later publicly moved away from so identifying, before coming out as bisexual on The Challenge. Arielle and Ashley are ex-girlfriends brought together for a season dubbed "Real World: Ex-plosion".
1992–The Real WorldMTVBeth Anthony Late teens and 20-somethings living together, some LGBT roommates. While most gay, lesbian and bisexual cast members' sexuality were discussed or shown on the program. Coral did not come out of the closet until years after her season had ended. Norman dated Charles Perez on-camera, which had the effect of outing Perez. Pedro Zamora dated Sean Sasser on the show and the two exchanged vows in an on-air commitment ceremony. Despite a confrontation with a castmate ending with him being called a homosexual, Williams did not come out until a subsequent reunion special. Marlon identified as having bisexual tendencies in the course of the series, later publicly moved away from so identifying, before coming out as bisexual on The Challenge. Arielle and Ashley are ex-girlfriends brought together for a season dubbed "Real World: Ex-plosion".
1992–The Real WorldMTVPedro Zamora Late teens and 20-somethings living together, some LGBT roommates. While most gay, lesbian and bisexual cast members' sexuality were discussed or shown on the program. Coral did not come out of the closet until years after her season had ended. Norman dated Charles Perez on-camera, which had the effect of outing Perez. Pedro Zamora dated Sean Sasser on the show and the two exchanged vows in an on-air commitment ceremony. Despite a confrontation with a castmate ending with him being called a homosexual, Williams did not come out until a subsequent reunion special. Marlon identified as having bisexual tendencies in the course of the series, later publicly moved away from so identifying, before coming out as bisexual on The Challenge. Arielle and Ashley are ex-girlfriends brought together for a season dubbed "Real World: Ex-plosion".
1992–The Real WorldMTVDan Renzi Late teens and 20-somethings living together, some LGBT roommates. While most gay, lesbian and bisexual cast members' sexuality were discussed or shown on the program. Coral did not come out of the closet until years after her season had ended. Norman dated Charles Perez on-camera, which had the effect of outing Perez. Pedro Zamora dated Sean Sasser on the show and the two exchanged vows in an on-air commitment ceremony. Despite a confrontation with a castmate ending with him being called a homosexual, Williams did not come out until a subsequent reunion special. Marlon identified as having bisexual tendencies in the course of the series, later publicly moved away from so identifying, before coming out as bisexual on The Challenge. Arielle and Ashley are ex-girlfriends brought together for a season dubbed "Real World: Ex-plosion".
1992–The Real WorldMTVGenesis Moss Late teens and 20-somethings living together, some LGBT roommates. While most gay, lesbian and bisexual cast members' sexuality were discussed or shown on the program. Coral did not come out of the closet until years after her season had ended. Norman dated Charles Perez on-camera, which had the effect of outing Perez. Pedro Zamora dated Sean Sasser on the show and the two exchanged vows in an on-air commitment ceremony. Despite a confrontation with a castmate ending with him being called a homosexual, Williams did not come out until a subsequent reunion special. Marlon identified as having bisexual tendencies in the course of the series, later publicly moved away from so identifying, before coming out as bisexual on The Challenge. Arielle and Ashley are ex-girlfriends brought together for a season dubbed "Real World: Ex-plosion".
1992–The Real WorldMTVStephen Williams Late teens and 20-somethings living together, some LGBT roommates. While most gay, lesbian and bisexual cast members' sexuality were discussed or shown on the program. Coral did not come out of the closet until years after her season had ended. Norman dated Charles Perez on-camera, which had the effect of outing Perez. Pedro Zamora dated Sean Sasser on the show and the two exchanged vows in an on-air commitment ceremony. Despite a confrontation with a castmate ending with him being called a homosexual, Williams did not come out until a subsequent reunion special. Marlon identified as having bisexual tendencies in the course of the series, later publicly moved away from so identifying, before coming out as bisexual on The Challenge. Arielle and Ashley are ex-girlfriends brought together for a season dubbed "Real World: Ex-plosion".
1992–The Real WorldMTVRuthie Alcaide Late teens and 20-somethings living together, some LGBT roommates. While most gay, lesbian and bisexual cast members' sexuality were discussed or shown on the program. Coral did not come out of the closet until years after her season had ended. Norman dated Charles Perez on-camera, which had the effect of outing Perez. Pedro Zamora dated Sean Sasser on the show and the two exchanged vows in an on-air commitment ceremony. Despite a confrontation with a castmate ending with him being called a homosexual, Williams did not come out until a subsequent reunion special. Marlon identified as having bisexual tendencies in the course of the series, later publicly moved away from so identifying, before coming out as bisexual on The Challenge. Arielle and Ashley are ex-girlfriends brought together for a season dubbed "Real World: Ex-plosion".
1992–The Real WorldMTVJustin Deabler Late teens and 20-somethings living together, some LGBT roommates. While most gay, lesbian and bisexual cast members' sexuality were discussed or shown on the program. Coral did not come out of the closet until years after her season had ended. Norman dated Charles Perez on-camera, which had the effect of outing Perez. Pedro Zamora dated Sean Sasser on the show and the two exchanged vows in an on-air commitment ceremony. Despite a confrontation with a castmate ending with him being called a homosexual, Williams did not come out until a subsequent reunion special. Marlon identified as having bisexual tendencies in the course of the series, later publicly moved away from so identifying, before coming out as bisexual on The Challenge. Arielle and Ashley are ex-girlfriends brought together for a season dubbed "Real World: Ex-plosion".
1992–The Real WorldMTVDanny Roberts Late teens and 20-somethings living together, some LGBT roommates. While most gay, lesbian and bisexual cast members' sexuality were discussed or shown on the program. Coral did not come out of the closet until years after her season had ended. Norman dated Charles Perez on-camera, which had the effect of outing Perez. Pedro Zamora dated Sean Sasser on the show and the two exchanged vows in an on-air commitment ceremony. Despite a confrontation with a castmate ending with him being called a homosexual, Williams did not come out until a subsequent reunion special. Marlon identified as having bisexual tendencies in the course of the series, later publicly moved away from so identifying, before coming out as bisexual on The Challenge. Arielle and Ashley are ex-girlfriends brought together for a season dubbed "Real World: Ex-plosion".
1992–The Real WorldMTVCoral Smith Late teens and 20-somethings living together, some LGBT roommates. While most gay, lesbian and bisexual cast members' sexuality were discussed or shown on the program. Coral did not come out of the closet until years after her season had ended. Norman dated Charles Perez on-camera, which had the effect of outing Perez. Pedro Zamora dated Sean Sasser on the show and the two exchanged vows in an on-air commitment ceremony. Despite a confrontation with a castmate ending with him being called a homosexual, Williams did not come out until a subsequent reunion special. Marlon identified as having bisexual tendencies in the course of the series, later publicly moved away from so identifying, before coming out as bisexual on The Challenge. Arielle and Ashley are ex-girlfriends brought together for a season dubbed "Real World: Ex-plosion".
1992–The Real WorldMTVChris Beckman Late teens and 20-somethings living together, some LGBT roommates. While most gay, lesbian and bisexual cast members' sexuality were discussed or shown on the program. Coral did not come out of the closet until years after her season had ended. Norman dated Charles Perez on-camera, which had the effect of outing Perez. Pedro Zamora dated Sean Sasser on the show and the two exchanged vows in an on-air commitment ceremony. Despite a confrontation with a castmate ending with him being called a homosexual, Williams did not come out until a subsequent reunion special. Marlon identified as having bisexual tendencies in the course of the series, later publicly moved away from so identifying, before coming out as bisexual on The Challenge. Arielle and Ashley are ex-girlfriends brought together for a season dubbed "Real World: Ex-plosion".
1992–The Real WorldMTVAneesa Ferreira Late teens and 20-somethings living together, some LGBT roommates. While most gay, lesbian and bisexual cast members' sexuality were discussed or shown on the program. Coral did not come out of the closet until years after her season had ended. Norman dated Charles Perez on-camera, which had the effect of outing Perez. Pedro Zamora dated Sean Sasser on the show and the two exchanged vows in an on-air commitment ceremony. Despite a confrontation with a castmate ending with him being called a homosexual, Williams did not come out until a subsequent reunion special. Marlon identified as having bisexual tendencies in the course of the series, later publicly moved away from so identifying, before coming out as bisexual on The Challenge. Arielle and Ashley are ex-girlfriends brought together for a season dubbed "Real World: Ex-plosion".
1992–The Real WorldMTVSimon Sherry-Wood Late teens and 20-somethings living together, some LGBT roommates. While most gay, lesbian and bisexual cast members' sexuality were discussed or shown on the program. Coral did not come out of the closet until years after her season had ended. Norman dated Charles Perez on-camera, which had the effect of outing Perez. Pedro Zamora dated Sean Sasser on the show and the two exchanged vows in an on-air commitment ceremony. Despite a confrontation with a castmate ending with him being called a homosexual, Williams did not come out until a subsequent reunion special. Marlon identified as having bisexual tendencies in the course of the series, later publicly moved away from so identifying, before coming out as bisexual on The Challenge. Arielle and Ashley are ex-girlfriends brought together for a season dubbed "Real World: Ex-plosion".
1992–The Real WorldMTVKaramo Brown Late teens and 20-somethings living together, some LGBT roommates. While most gay, lesbian and bisexual cast members' sexuality were discussed or shown on the program. Coral did not come out of the closet until years after her season had ended. Norman dated Charles Perez on-camera, which had the effect of outing Perez. Pedro Zamora dated Sean Sasser on the show and the two exchanged vows in an on-air commitment ceremony. Despite a confrontation with a castmate ending with him being called a homosexual, Williams did not come out until a subsequent reunion special. Marlon identified as having bisexual tendencies in the course of the series, later publicly moved away from so identifying, before coming out as bisexual on The Challenge. Arielle and Ashley are ex-girlfriends brought together for a season dubbed "Real World: Ex-plosion".
1992–The Real WorldMTVWillie Hernández Late teens and 20-somethings living together, some LGBT roommates. While most gay, lesbian and bisexual cast members' sexuality were discussed or shown on the program. Coral did not come out of the closet until years after her season had ended. Norman dated Charles Perez on-camera, which had the effect of outing Perez. Pedro Zamora dated Sean Sasser on the show and the two exchanged vows in an on-air commitment ceremony. Despite a confrontation with a castmate ending with him being called a homosexual, Williams did not come out until a subsequent reunion special. Marlon identified as having bisexual tendencies in the course of the series, later publicly moved away from so identifying, before coming out as bisexual on The Challenge. Arielle and Ashley are ex-girlfriends brought together for a season dubbed "Real World: Ex-plosion".
1992–The Real WorldMTVTyler Duckworth Late teens and 20-somethings living together, some LGBT roommates. While most gay, lesbian and bisexual cast members' sexuality were discussed or shown on the program. Coral did not come out of the closet until years after her season had ended. Norman dated Charles Perez on-camera, which had the effect of outing Perez. Pedro Zamora dated Sean Sasser on the show and the two exchanged vows in an on-air commitment ceremony. Despite a confrontation with a castmate ending with him being called a homosexual, Williams did not come out until a subsequent reunion special. Marlon identified as having bisexual tendencies in the course of the series, later publicly moved away from so identifying, before coming out as bisexual on The Challenge. Arielle and Ashley are ex-girlfriends brought together for a season dubbed "Real World: Ex-plosion".
1992–The Real WorldMTVDavis Mallory Late teens and 20-somethings living together, some LGBT roommates. While most gay, lesbian and bisexual cast members' sexuality were discussed or shown on the program. Coral did not come out of the closet until years after her season had ended. Norman dated Charles Perez on-camera, which had the effect of outing Perez. Pedro Zamora dated Sean Sasser on the show and the two exchanged vows in an on-air commitment ceremony. Despite a confrontation with a castmate ending with him being called a homosexual, Williams did not come out until a subsequent reunion special. Marlon identified as having bisexual tendencies in the course of the series, later publicly moved away from so identifying, before coming out as bisexual on The Challenge. Arielle and Ashley are ex-girlfriends brought together for a season dubbed "Real World: Ex-plosion".
1992–The Real WorldMTVShauvon Torres Late teens and 20-somethings living together, some LGBT roommates. While most gay, lesbian and bisexual cast members' sexuality were discussed or shown on the program. Coral did not come out of the closet until years after her season had ended. Norman dated Charles Perez on-camera, which had the effect of outing Perez. Pedro Zamora dated Sean Sasser on the show and the two exchanged vows in an on-air commitment ceremony. Despite a confrontation with a castmate ending with him being called a homosexual, Williams did not come out until a subsequent reunion special. Marlon identified as having bisexual tendencies in the course of the series, later publicly moved away from so identifying, before coming out as bisexual on The Challenge. Arielle and Ashley are ex-girlfriends brought together for a season dubbed "Real World: Ex-plosion".
1992–The Real WorldMTVKatelynn Cusanelli Late teens and 20-somethings living together, some LGBT roommates. While most gay, lesbian and bisexual cast members' sexuality were discussed or shown on the program. Coral did not come out of the closet until years after her season had ended. Norman dated Charles Perez on-camera, which had the effect of outing Perez. Pedro Zamora dated Sean Sasser on the show and the two exchanged vows in an on-air commitment ceremony. Despite a confrontation with a castmate ending with him being called a homosexual, Williams did not come out until a subsequent reunion special. Marlon identified as having bisexual tendencies in the course of the series, later publicly moved away from so identifying, before coming out as bisexual on The Challenge. Arielle and Ashley are ex-girlfriends brought together for a season dubbed "Real World: Ex-plosion".
1992–The Real WorldMTVJ.D. Ordonez Late teens and 20-somethings living together, some LGBT roommates. While most gay, lesbian and bisexual cast members' sexuality were discussed or shown on the program. Coral did not come out of the closet until years after her season had ended. Norman dated Charles Perez on-camera, which had the effect of outing Perez. Pedro Zamora dated Sean Sasser on the show and the two exchanged vows in an on-air commitment ceremony. Despite a confrontation with a castmate ending with him being called a homosexual, Williams did not come out until a subsequent reunion special. Marlon identified as having bisexual tendencies in the course of the series, later publicly moved away from so identifying, before coming out as bisexual on The Challenge. Arielle and Ashley are ex-girlfriends brought together for a season dubbed "Real World: Ex-plosion".
1992–The Real WorldMTVSarah Rice Late teens and 20-somethings living together, some LGBT roommates. While most gay, lesbian and bisexual cast members' sexuality were discussed or shown on the program. Coral did not come out of the closet until years after her season had ended. Norman dated Charles Perez on-camera, which had the effect of outing Perez. Pedro Zamora dated Sean Sasser on the show and the two exchanged vows in an on-air commitment ceremony. Despite a confrontation with a castmate ending with him being called a homosexual, Williams did not come out until a subsequent reunion special. Marlon identified as having bisexual tendencies in the course of the series, later publicly moved away from so identifying, before coming out as bisexual on The Challenge. Arielle and Ashley are ex-girlfriends brought together for a season dubbed "Real World: Ex-plosion".
1992–The Real WorldMTVAyiiia Elizarraras Late teens and 20-somethings living together, some LGBT roommates. While most gay, lesbian and bisexual cast members' sexuality were discussed or shown on the program. Coral did not come out of the closet until years after her season had ended. Norman dated Charles Perez on-camera, which had the effect of outing Perez. Pedro Zamora dated Sean Sasser on the show and the two exchanged vows in an on-air commitment ceremony. Despite a confrontation with a castmate ending with him being called a homosexual, Williams did not come out until a subsequent reunion special. Marlon identified as having bisexual tendencies in the course of the series, later publicly moved away from so identifying, before coming out as bisexual on The Challenge. Arielle and Ashley are ex-girlfriends brought together for a season dubbed "Real World: Ex-plosion".
1992–The Real WorldMTVDerek Chavez Late teens and 20-somethings living together, some LGBT roommates. While most gay, lesbian and bisexual cast members' sexuality were discussed or shown on the program. Coral did not come out of the closet until years after her season had ended. Norman dated Charles Perez on-camera, which had the effect of outing Perez. Pedro Zamora dated Sean Sasser on the show and the two exchanged vows in an on-air commitment ceremony. Despite a confrontation with a castmate ending with him being called a homosexual, Williams did not come out until a subsequent reunion special. Marlon identified as having bisexual tendencies in the course of the series, later publicly moved away from so identifying, before coming out as bisexual on The Challenge. Arielle and Ashley are ex-girlfriends brought together for a season dubbed "Real World: Ex-plosion".
1992–The Real WorldMTVEmily Schromm Late teens and 20-somethings living together, some LGBT roommates. While most gay, lesbian and bisexual cast members' sexuality were discussed or shown on the program. Coral did not come out of the closet until years after her season had ended. Norman dated Charles Perez on-camera, which had the effect of outing Perez. Pedro Zamora dated Sean Sasser on the show and the two exchanged vows in an on-air commitment ceremony. Despite a confrontation with a castmate ending with him being called a homosexual, Williams did not come out until a subsequent reunion special. Marlon identified as having bisexual tendencies in the course of the series, later publicly moved away from so identifying, before coming out as bisexual on The Challenge. Arielle and Ashley are ex-girlfriends brought together for a season dubbed "Real World: Ex-plosion".
1992–The Real WorldMTVMike Manning Late teens and 20-somethings living together, some LGBT roommates. While most gay, lesbian and bisexual cast members' sexuality were discussed or shown on the program. Coral did not come out of the closet until years after her season had ended. Norman dated Charles Perez on-camera, which had the effect of outing Perez. Pedro Zamora dated Sean Sasser on the show and the two exchanged vows in an on-air commitment ceremony. Despite a confrontation with a castmate ending with him being called a homosexual, Williams did not come out until a subsequent reunion special. Marlon identified as having bisexual tendencies in the course of the series, later publicly moved away from so identifying, before coming out as bisexual on The Challenge. Arielle and Ashley are ex-girlfriends brought together for a season dubbed "Real World: Ex-plosion".
1992–The Real WorldMTVPreston Robertson James Late teens and 20-somethings living together, some LGBT roommates. While most gay, lesbian and bisexual cast members' sexuality were discussed or shown on the program. Coral did not come out of the closet until years after her season had ended. Norman dated Charles Perez on-camera, which had the effect of outing Perez. Pedro Zamora dated Sean Sasser on the show and the two exchanged vows in an on-air commitment ceremony. Despite a confrontation with a castmate ending with him being called a homosexual, Williams did not come out until a subsequent reunion special. Marlon identified as having bisexual tendencies in the course of the series, later publicly moved away from so identifying, before coming out as bisexual on The Challenge. Arielle and Ashley are ex-girlfriends brought together for a season dubbed "Real World: Ex-plosion".
1992–The Real WorldMTVNany González Late teens and 20-somethings living together, some LGBT roommates. While most gay, lesbian and bisexual cast members' sexuality were discussed or shown on the program. Coral did not come out of the closet until years after her season had ended. Norman dated Charles Perez on-camera, which had the effect of outing Perez. Pedro Zamora dated Sean Sasser on the show and the two exchanged vows in an on-air commitment ceremony. Despite a confrontation with a castmate ending with him being called a homosexual, Williams did not come out until a subsequent reunion special. Marlon identified as having bisexual tendencies in the course of the series, later publicly moved away from so identifying, before coming out as bisexual on The Challenge. Arielle and Ashley are ex-girlfriends brought together for a season dubbed "Real World: Ex-plosion".
1992–The Real WorldMTVFrank Sweeney Late teens and 20-somethings living together, some LGBT roommates. While most gay, lesbian and bisexual cast members' sexuality were discussed or shown on the program. Coral did not come out of the closet until years after her season had ended. Norman dated Charles Perez on-camera, which had the effect of outing Perez. Pedro Zamora dated Sean Sasser on the show and the two exchanged vows in an on-air commitment ceremony. Despite a confrontation with a castmate ending with him being called a homosexual, Williams did not come out until a subsequent reunion special. Marlon identified as having bisexual tendencies in the course of the series, later publicly moved away from so identifying, before coming out as bisexual on The Challenge. Arielle and Ashley are ex-girlfriends brought together for a season dubbed "Real World: Ex-plosion".
1992–The Real WorldMTVSam McGinn Late teens and 20-somethings living together, some LGBT roommates. While most gay, lesbian and bisexual cast members' sexuality were discussed or shown on the program. Coral did not come out of the closet until years after her season had ended. Norman dated Charles Perez on-camera, which had the effect of outing Perez. Pedro Zamora dated Sean Sasser on the show and the two exchanged vows in an on-air commitment ceremony. Despite a confrontation with a castmate ending with him being called a homosexual, Williams did not come out until a subsequent reunion special. Marlon identified as having bisexual tendencies in the course of the series, later publicly moved away from so identifying, before coming out as bisexual on The Challenge. Arielle and Ashley are ex-girlfriends brought together for a season dubbed "Real World: Ex-plosion".
1992–The Real WorldMTVMarlon Williams Late teens and 20-somethings living together, some LGBT roommates. While most gay, lesbian and bisexual cast members' sexuality were discussed or shown on the program. Coral did not come out of the closet until years after her season had ended. Norman dated Charles Perez on-camera, which had the effect of outing Perez. Pedro Zamora dated Sean Sasser on the show and the two exchanged vows in an on-air commitment ceremony. Despite a confrontation with a castmate ending with him being called a homosexual, Williams did not come out until a subsequent reunion special. Marlon identified as having bisexual tendencies in the course of the series, later publicly moved away from so identifying, before coming out as bisexual on The Challenge. Arielle and Ashley are ex-girlfriends brought together for a season dubbed "Real World: Ex-plosion".
1992–The Real WorldMTVArielle Scott Late teens and 20-somethings living together, some LGBT roommates. While most gay, lesbian and bisexual cast members' sexuality were discussed or shown on the program. Coral did not come out of the closet until years after her season had ended. Norman dated Charles Perez on-camera, which had the effect of outing Perez. Pedro Zamora dated Sean Sasser on the show and the two exchanged vows in an on-air commitment ceremony. Despite a confrontation with a castmate ending with him being called a homosexual, Williams did not come out until a subsequent reunion special. Marlon identified as having bisexual tendencies in the course of the series, later publicly moved away from so identifying, before coming out as bisexual on The Challenge. Arielle and Ashley are ex-girlfriends brought together for a season dubbed "Real World: Ex-plosion".
1992–The Real WorldMTVAshley Ceaser Late teens and 20-somethings living together, some LGBT roommates. While most gay, lesbian and bisexual cast members' sexuality were discussed or shown on the program. Coral did not come out of the closet until years after her season had ended. Norman dated Charles Perez on-camera, which had the effect of outing Perez. Pedro Zamora dated Sean Sasser on the show and the two exchanged vows in an on-air commitment ceremony. Despite a confrontation with a castmate ending with him being called a homosexual, Williams did not come out until a subsequent reunion special. Marlon identified as having bisexual tendencies in the course of the series, later publicly moved away from so identifying, before coming out as bisexual on The Challenge. Arielle and Ashley are ex-girlfriends brought together for a season dubbed "Real World: Ex-plosion".
1992–The Real WorldMTVNicole Zanatta Late teens and 20-somethings living together, some LGBT roommates. While most gay, lesbian and bisexual cast members' sexuality were discussed or shown on the program. Coral did not come out of the closet until years after her season had ended. Norman dated Charles Perez on-camera, which had the effect of outing Perez. Pedro Zamora dated Sean Sasser on the show and the two exchanged vows in an on-air commitment ceremony. Despite a confrontation with a castmate ending with him being called a homosexual, Williams did not come out until a subsequent reunion special. Marlon identified as having bisexual tendencies in the course of the series, later publicly moved away from so identifying, before coming out as bisexual on The Challenge. Arielle and Ashley are ex-girlfriends brought together for a season dubbed "Real World: Ex-plosion".
1992–The Real WorldMTVChris Hall Late teens and 20-somethings living together, some LGBT roommates. While most gay, lesbian and bisexual cast members' sexuality were discussed or shown on the program. Coral did not come out of the closet until years after her season had ended. Norman dated Charles Perez on-camera, which had the effect of outing Perez. Pedro Zamora dated Sean Sasser on the show and the two exchanged vows in an on-air commitment ceremony. Despite a confrontation with a castmate ending with him being called a homosexual, Williams did not come out until a subsequent reunion special. Marlon identified as having bisexual tendencies in the course of the series, later publicly moved away from so identifying, before coming out as bisexual on The Challenge. Arielle and Ashley are ex-girlfriends brought together for a season dubbed "Real World: Ex-plosion".
1992–The Real WorldMTVDondre Randolph Late teens and 20-somethings living together, some LGBT roommates. While most gay, lesbian and bisexual cast members' sexuality were discussed or shown on the program. Coral did not come out of the closet until years after her season had ended. Norman dated Charles Perez on-camera, which had the effect of outing Perez. Pedro Zamora dated Sean Sasser on the show and the two exchanged vows in an on-air commitment ceremony. Despite a confrontation with a castmate ending with him being called a homosexual, Williams did not come out until a subsequent reunion special. Marlon identified as having bisexual tendencies in the course of the series, later publicly moved away from so identifying, before coming out as bisexual on The Challenge. Arielle and Ashley are ex-girlfriends brought together for a season dubbed "Real World: Ex-plosion".
1992–The Real WorldMTVYasmin Almokhamad Late teens and 20-somethings living together, some LGBT roommates. While most gay, lesbian and bisexual cast members' sexuality were discussed or shown on the program. Coral did not come out of the closet until years after her season had ended. Norman dated Charles Perez on-camera, which had the effect of outing Perez. Pedro Zamora dated Sean Sasser on the show and the two exchanged vows in an on-air commitment ceremony. Despite a confrontation with a castmate ending with him being called a homosexual, Williams did not come out until a subsequent reunion special. Marlon identified as having bisexual tendencies in the course of the series, later publicly moved away from so identifying, before coming out as bisexual on The Challenge. Arielle and Ashley are ex-girlfriends brought together for a season dubbed "Real World: Ex-plosion".

2010s

YearTitleNetworkCast memberNotes
2014–Brave New GirlsE! CanadaJenna TalackovaThis reality show, based around Talackova's life, was filmed in summer 2013 as Talackova moved to Toronto to pursue a modeling career. The series, produced by Peacock Alley Entertainment, premiered on E! Canada in January 2014.
2015Becoming UsABC FamilyCarly LehwaldReality show starring Carly Lehwald focusing on a family whose father has come out as a trans woman.
2018–Ex on the BeachMTVPaulie Calafiore Paulie came out as bisexual on the second season of The Challenge:USA
2018–Ex on the BeachMTVCheyenne Parker Cheyenne originally appeared on Fire Island.
2018–Ex on the BeachMTVCory Zwierzynski Cory originally appeared on What Happens at The Abbey.
2018–Ex on the BeachMTVJozea Flores Jozea originally competed on Big Brother 18. Jozea and Rob are exes.
2018–Ex on the BeachMTVMurray Swanby Murray originally appeared on What Happens at The Abbey. Murray is also exes with both Cheyenne and Cory.
2018–Ex on the BeachMTVRob Tini
2018–Ex on the BeachMTVAubrey O'Day Aubrey and Lisa are exes.
2018–Ex on the BeachMTVBilly Reilich Billy originally appeared on What Happens at The Abbey.
2018–Ex on the BeachMTVCara Cooper Cara is transgender and is Billy's ex.
2018–Ex on the BeachMTVLisa Coffey
2018–Ex on the BeachMTVTyler Garrigus
2018–Ex on the BeachMTVAdore Delano Adore originally appeared on American Idol, RuPaul's Drag Race, and RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars.
2018–Ex on the BeachMTVAshley
2018–Ex on the BeachMTVJakk Maddox
2018–Ex on the BeachMTVLa Demi Martinez
2018–Ex on the BeachMTVLaurel Stucky
2018–Ex on the BeachMTVMarlon Williams
2018–Ex on the BeachMTVNicole Zanatta
2018–Ex on the BeachMTVSydney Langston
2018–Ex on the BeachMTVTodd Mauer
2018–Ex on the BeachMTVTrenton Clark
2018–Ex on the BeachMTVTyler Ash
2018–Ex on the BeachMTVArisce Wanzer
2018–Ex on the BeachMTVDavid Barta
2018–Ex on the BeachMTVJonathan Troncoso
2018–Ex on the BeachMTVJoelle Brian
2018–Ex on the BeachMTVKyra Green
2018–Ex on the BeachMTVEmily Salch
2018–Ex on the BeachMTVMike Mulderrig
2018My HouseVicelandTati 007On NYC ball culture. Tati is a trans woman.
2018My HouseVicelandAlex MuglerAlex is gay.
2018My HouseVicelandJelani MizrahiJelani is gay.
2018My HouseVicelandPrecious EbonyPrecious is genderfluid.
2018My HouseVicelandRelish MilanRelish is gay.
2018Holiday Gingerbread ShowdownFood NetworkSean Patrick Henry
2018Haunted Gingerbread ShowdownFood NetworkSteve Konopelski
2018–Celebrity Big Brother (US)CBSRoss Mathews Ross is openly gay.
2018–Celebrity Big Brother (US)CBSBrandi Glanville Brandi is bisexual.
2018–Celebrity Big Brother (US)CBSJonathan Bennett season 2
2017–Nate & Jeremiah by DesignHGTVNate Berkus Nate and Jeremiah are married with two kids.
2017–Nate & Jeremiah by DesignHGTVJeremiah Brent -
2018–Love & Hip Hop: MiamiVH1TrinaTrina is openly bisexual.
2018–Love & Hip Hop: MiamiVH1Bobby LytesBobby is openly gay.
2018–Love & Hip Hop: MiamiVH1Miami TipTip is openly bisexual and expresses sexual interest in Gunplay's girlfriend Keyara.
2018–Love & Hip Hop: MiamiVH1Jeffrey WhiteJeffrey is Bobby's boyfriend.
2018–Love & Hip Hop: MiamiVH1Malik WilliamsMalik is Jeffrey's ex, who comes out for the first time publicly during the season.
2017–Christmas Cookie ChallengeFood NetworkRicky Webster Ricky is the winner of season 2, episode 4. Alex has a drag persona named Plenty O'Smiles in season 3, episode 1.
2017–Christmas Cookie ChallengeFood NetworkAdam Kopfeman Ricky is the winner of season 2, episode 4. Alex has a drag persona named Plenty O'Smiles in season 3, episode 1.
2017–Christmas Cookie ChallengeFood NetworkAlex Copeland Ricky is the winner of season 2, episode 4. Alex has a drag persona named Plenty O'Smiles in season 3, episode 1.
2017–Christmas Cookie ChallengeFood NetworkBrian Muffloetto Ricky is the winner of season 2, episode 4. Alex has a drag persona named Plenty O'Smiles in season 3, episode 1.
2017–Christmas Cookie ChallengeFood NetworkJordan Smith Ricky is the winner of season 2, episode 4. Alex has a drag persona named Plenty O'Smiles in season 3, episode 1.
2017Halloween Wars: Hayride of HorrorFood NetworkZac Young
2016–2017American GritFoxMichael Wilson Morgan Michael is the only LGBT competitor to compete on either season 1 and season 2 - making him the only LGBT to compete on the show. Michael was the runner-up on season 2.
2016–The Boulet Brothers' DragulaOutTV The Boulet BrothersThe Boulet Brothers judge a competition for the world's next drag supermonster.
Most of the contestants have been gay/queer men.
2016–The Boulet Brothers' DragulaOutTV Contestants The Boulet Brothers judge a competition for the world's next drag supermonster.
Most of the contestants have been gay/queer men.
2016–The Boulet Brothers' DragulaOutTV Various guest judges The Boulet Brothers judge a competition for the world's next drag supermonster.
Most of the contestants have been gay/queer men.
2016–Leave It To StevieVH1Renaye DiazRenaye is a lesbian and the ex-girlfriend of rapper Siya.
Although never revealed on the show, Mimi prefers "no labels" and has been in relationships with men and women as well as a trans man.
Alexis is a lesbian in a relationship with Tyra B.
2016–Leave It To StevieVH1Mimi FaustRenaye is a lesbian and the ex-girlfriend of rapper Siya.
Although never revealed on the show, Mimi prefers "no labels" and has been in relationships with men and women as well as a trans man.
Alexis is a lesbian in a relationship with Tyra B.
2016–Leave It To StevieVH1Alexis BranchRenaye is a lesbian and the ex-girlfriend of rapper Siya.
Although never revealed on the show, Mimi prefers "no labels" and has been in relationships with men and women as well as a trans man.
Alexis is a lesbian in a relationship with Tyra B.
2016–Escape the NightYouTube PremiumJoey GraceffaPresenter Graceffa is openly gay.
2016–Escape the NightYouTube PremiumShane Dawson Dawson is bisexual.
2016–Escape the NightYouTube PremiumTyler Oakley Oakley is openly gay, and won his season along with Russett who is openly bisexual.
2016–Escape the NightYouTube PremiumAndrea Russett Oakley is openly gay, and won his season along with Russett who is openly bisexual.
2016–Escape the NightYouTube PremiumManny MUA MUA and Rock are both gay.
2016–Escape the NightYouTube PremiumBretman Rock MUA and Rock are both gay.
2016Big Brother: Over the TopCBS All AccessDanielle Lickey
2016Big Brother: Over the TopCBS All AccessJason Roy Jason is gay. Kryssie is bisexual. Both made it to the final, where Kryssie came in third, and Jason came in second.
2016Big Brother: Over the TopCBS All AccessKryssie Ridolfi Jason is gay. Kryssie is bisexual. Both made it to the final, where Kryssie came in third, and Jason came in second.
2016Stevie J & Joseline: Go HollywoodVH1Joseline HernandezJoseline is openly bisexual.
2016Stevie J & Joseline: Go HollywoodVH1Mimi FaustAlthough never revealed on the show, Mimi prefers "no labels" and has been in relationships with men and women as well as a trans man.
2015–I Am JazzTLCJazz JenningsReality series on life of transgender teen and her family.
2015–Halloween Baking ChampionshipFood NetworkZac Young
2015–Halloween Baking ChampionshipFood NetworkRay Vizcaino
2015–Halloween Baking ChampionshipFood NetworkAndrew Fuller
2015–2016I Am CaitE!Caitlyn JennerReality series focusing on gender transition of Olympic gold medalist Caitlyn Jenner.
2014Big Brother Brasil 14GloboAline Dahlen
2014Big Brother Brasil 14GloboClara Aguiar
2014Big Brother Brasil 14GloboVagner Lara
2014Big Brother Brasil 14GloboVanessa Mesquita
2014–Opposite WorldsSyfyJeffry CelleJeffry is on "Team Chronos" which started the game in "Future World".
2014–King of the NerdsTBSXander Jeanneret season 2Xander is a gay gamer, or "gaymer" for short.
2014–2016Rich Kids of Beverly HillsE!Jonny Drubel
2014–Holiday Baking ChampionshipFood NetworkSteve Konopelski
2014–Holiday Baking ChampionshipFood NetworkJoshua Livsey season 4
2014–2017K. Michelle: My LifeVH1K. MichelleK is openly bisexual and reveals her ex-girlfriend Melicia in the third season.
2014–2017K. Michelle: My LifeVH1Jonathan FernandezJonathan is openly gay and refers to himself as K's "gay husband".
2014–2017The Amazing Race ChinaShenzhen TVJin Xing Jin Xing is a trans woman.
2014–Love & Hip Hop: HollywoodVH1Moniece SlaughterMoniece is openly bisexual and is in a relationship with A.D.
2014–Love & Hip Hop: HollywoodVH1Nikki MudarrisNikki enters a relationship with Rosa in the third season.
2014–Love & Hip Hop: HollywoodVH1Miles BrockMiles is bisexual and is introduced as being in a long-term relationship with Milan.
2014–Love & Hip Hop: HollywoodVH1Milan ChristopherMilan is openly gay.
2014–Love & Hip Hop: HollywoodVH1Jason LeeJason is openly gay.
2014–Love & Hip Hop: HollywoodVH1Rosa AcostaRosa is openly bisexual.
2014–Love & Hip Hop: HollywoodVH1ZellswagZell is sexually fluid.
2014–Love & Hip Hop: HollywoodVH1Alexis SkyyAlexis is openly bisexual and has a flirtation with A.D.
2014–Love & Hip Hop: HollywoodVH1A.D. DiggsA.D. is openly lesbian and Moniece's girlfriend.
2014–Love & Hip Hop: HollywoodVH1Misster RayRay is openly gay and introduces his boyfriend, Vic the Leo.
2014–Love & Hip Hop: HollywoodVH1K. MichelleK is openly bisexual, and at the reunion, expresses sexual interest in Akbar's wife Sade.
2014–Love & Hip Hop: HollywoodVH1JayWillJayWill is openly bisexual and has a drag persona named Kandie.
2014-Ex on the Beach UKMTVJemma Lucy Jemma is bisexual and was the first female LGBTQ+ contestant of the series, the first LGBTQ+ ex arrival of the series and the first ever LGBTQ+ contestant of the series.
2014-Ex on the Beach UKMTVLaura-Alicia Summers Laura-Alicia is bisexual and was the first original LGBTQ+ cast member of the series.
2014-Ex on the Beach UKMTVMarnie Simpson Marnie is bisexual.
2014-Ex on the Beach UKMTVLorna Boswell Lorna is bisexual.
2014-Ex on the Beach UKMTVBibi Machin Bibi is bisexual.
2014-Ex on the Beach UKMTVGeorge Bebbington George is bisexual and was the first LGBTQ+ male contestant of the series.
2013Big Brother Brasil 13GloboAslan Cabral
2013–Big Brother CanadaSlice
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Aneal Ramkissoon
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Gary Levy Gary was the runner up on his season.
2013–Big Brother CanadaSlice
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Kenny Brain
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Johnny Colatruglio
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Risha Denner
2013–Big Brother CanadaSlice
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Sarah Hanlon Sarah won her season.
2013–Big Brother CanadaSlice
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Willow MacDonald
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Kevin Robert Martin
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Mitchell Moffit
2013–Big Brother CanadaSlice
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Raul Manriquez
2013–Big Brother CanadaSlice
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Sharry Ash
2013–Big Brother CanadaSlice
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Tim Dormer
2013–Big Brother CanadaSlice
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William Laprise Desbiens
2013–Big Brother CanadaSlice
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Erica Hill
2013–Big Brother CanadaSlice
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Johnny Mulder
2013–Big Brother CanadaSlice
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Eddie Lin
2013–Big Brother CanadaSlice
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Kiera Wallace
2013–Big Brother CanadaSlice
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Kyra Shenker Kyra is the first non-binary person to be on the show.
2013–Big Brother CanadaSlice
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Brooke Warnock
2013–Big Brother CanadaSlice
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Carol Rosher
2013–Big Brother CanadaSlice
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Breydon White
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Latoya Anderson
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Josh Farnworth
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Julie Vu Julie is the first transgender person on the show.
2013–Big Brother CanadaSlice
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Tina Thistle
2013–Big Brother CanadaSlice
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Jay Northcott
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Jessica Gowling
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Josh Nash
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Daniel Clarke
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John-Michael Sosa
2013–The Amazing Race CanadaCTVJamie Cumberland and Pierre Cadieux Jamie and Pierre are best friends.
2013–The Amazing Race CanadaCTVLaura Takahashi and Jackie Skinner Laura and Jackie are a married lesbian couple.
2013–The Amazing Race CanadaCTVRex Harrington and Bob Hope Rex and Bob were engaged when the program aired.
2013–The Amazing Race CanadaCTVRyan Steele and Rob Goddard Ryan and Rob are best friends. Despite both being openly gay, their sexualities were never mentioned during the airing of the program.
2013–The Amazing Race CanadaCTVBrent Sweeney and Sean Sweeney Brent and Sean are brothers and both openly gay.
2013–The Amazing Race CanadaCTVHamilton Elliott Hamilton is a trans man and the first openly transgender contestant on either the Canadian or American edition of The Amazing Race. He competed with his fiancée, Michaelia Drever.
2013–The Amazing Race CanadaCTVSteph LeClair and Kristen McKenzie Steph and Kristen were the first female team to win The Amazing Race Canada, and the first lesbian couple team to win any edition of the Race worldwide.
2013–The Amazing Race CanadaCTVSam Lambert and Paul Mitskopoulos Sam and Paul are a dating couple. They were the first gay male couple to win The Amazing Race Canada.
2013–The Amazing Race CanadaCTVAnthony Johnson & James Makokis Anthony & James are married.
2013–The Amazing Race CanadaCTVCraig Ramsay
2013–The Amazing Race CanadaCTVGisele Shaw
2013–The Amazing Race CanadaCTVJermaine Aranha & Justin Baird
2013–The Amazing Race CanadaCTVKevin Martin
2013–The Amazing Race CanadaCTVJulia Viola & Olivia Curto
2013Generation CryoMTVBreeannaBreeanna is an 18-year-old lesbian who was conceived via anonymous sperm donation. The series follows her attempts to meet her half-siblings and her biological father.
2013–Houston BeautyOWNMia RyanMia is transgender.
2013–Below DeckBravoDavid Bradberry
2013CaptureThe CWJames WallingtonJames is a host for AfterBuzzTV.com where he recaps reality television shows.
2013CaptureThe CWRob AndersonJames is a host for AfterBuzzTV.com where he recaps reality television shows.
2013CaptureThe CWJacob KosiorJames is a host for AfterBuzzTV.com where he recaps reality television shows.
201372 HoursTNTMichael HoltzHoltz is a former competitive swimmer and Mr. Gay Chicago 2011.
2013–The Great Christmas Light FightABCJ.W. and Jerome Salveson-Sangall
2013–The Great Christmas Light FightABCDavid and Frank Nubar-Boyce
2013–Storage Wars: New YorkA&EChris MorelliProfessional and personal partners, Morelli and Eaton own a boutique together called "Frayed Knot".
2013–Storage Wars: New YorkA&ETad EatonProfessional and personal partners, Morelli and Eaton own a boutique together called "Frayed Knot".
2013–2014Bad Girls All-Star BattleOxygenFlorina "Flo" Kaja Jenn and Tiana both won their respective seasons.
Flo finished second on her season.
2013–2014Bad Girls All-Star BattleOxygenJenniffer "Jenn" Hardwick Jenn and Tiana both won their respective seasons.
Flo finished second on her season.
2013–2014Bad Girls All-Star BattleOxygenJulie Ofcharsky Jenn and Tiana both won their respective seasons.
Flo finished second on her season.
2013–2014Bad Girls All-Star BattleOxygenRaquel "Rocky" Santiago Jenn and Tiana both won their respective seasons.
Flo finished second on her season.
2013–2014Bad Girls All-Star BattleOxygenTiana Small Jenn and Tiana both won their respective seasons.
Flo finished second on her season.
2013–2014Bad Girls All-Star BattleOxygenShelly Hickman Jenn and Tiana both won their respective seasons.
Flo finished second on her season.
2013–2014Bad Girls All-Star BattleOxygenStephanie George Jenn and Tiana both won their respective seasons.
Flo finished second on her season.
2012Big Brother Brasil 12GloboAnalice de Souza
2012Big Brother Brasil 12GloboJoão Carvalho
2012VIP Brother 4 (Bulgaria)Nova TVLucy Diakovska
2012–2018Shahs of SunsetBravoReza Farahan
2012–2014The Amazing Race PhilippinesTV5Jervi Li Jervi Li is a trans woman also known as KaladKaren.
2012–2013The Amazing Race NorgeTV 2Julie Aamodt and Vichy Ericsson
2012–Ink MasterParamount NetworkJackie Jennings
2012–Ink MasterParamount NetworkRandy Vollink
2012–Ink MasterParamount NetworkTy'Esha Reels
2012–Ink MasterParamount NetworkKevin Laroy
2012–Ink MasterParamount NetworkAmanda Boone season 11
2012Full Metal JoustingHistoryJake Nodar
2012–Love & Hip Hop: AtlantaVH1Joseline HernandezJoseline is openly bisexual and has had sexual encounters with fellow cast members Mimi, Jessica Dime and Tommie.
2012–Love & Hip Hop: AtlantaVH1Mimi FaustMimi prefers "no labels". She has had sexual encounters with Joseline, dated Chris and is dating a woman.
2012–Love & Hip Hop: AtlantaVH1K. MichelleAlthough only hinted on the show, K has identified as bisexual in interviews.
2012–Love & Hip Hop: AtlantaVH1Ariane DavisAriane expresses her bi-curiosity in the second season, before coming out as a lesbian and dating DJ Toni K.
2012–Love & Hip Hop: AtlantaVH1Kalenna HarperKalenna is openly bisexual and her relationship with Ashley is featured on the show.
2012–Love & Hip Hop: AtlantaVH1Jessica DimeJessica's sexual tryst with Joseline is a major storyline in season four, and in season six, she dates Alexis Skyy.
2012–Love & Hip Hop: AtlantaVH1Margeaux SimmsMargeaux is openly bisexual and dating model Merike Palmiste.
2012–Love & Hip Hop: AtlantaVH1Ashley NicoleAshley Nicole is a lesbian and in the fourth season introduces her girlfriend of two years, Jamie.
2012–Love & Hip Hop: AtlantaVH1Tommie LeeTommie's sexual tryst with Joseline is a major storyline in season five, although her sexuality is unclear.
2012–Love & Hip Hop: AtlantaVH1D. SmithD. Smith is a trans woman.
2012–Love & Hip Hop: AtlantaVH1Chris GouldChris is a trans man.
2012–Love & Hip Hop: AtlantaVH1Melissa ScottMelissa is openly lesbian.
2012–Love & Hip Hop: AtlantaVH1Jasmine WashingtonJasmine and Keanna are openly bisexual and in a polyamorous relationship with Rod.
2012–Love & Hip Hop: AtlantaVH1Keanna ArnoldJasmine and Keanna are openly bisexual and in a polyamorous relationship with Rod.
2012–Love & Hip Hop: AtlantaVH1Erica MenaErica Mena is openly bisexual.
2012–Love & Hip Hop: AtlantaVH1Pooh HicksPooh is openly bisexual, and claims to have had a threesome with Karlie and her husband.
2012–The Amazing Race VietnamVTV3Hương Giang Hương Giang is a trans woman and the winner of season 3.
2011–2014, 2019–The Amazing Race AustraliaSeven Network
Network 10
Jonathan "Jono" Trenberth Tim and Rod were the winners of season 4.
2011–2014, 2019–The Amazing Race AustraliaSeven Network
Network 10
Tim and Rod Sattler-Jones Tim and Rod were the winners of season 4.
2011–2014, 2019–The Amazing Race AustraliaSeven Network
Network 10
Dwesmond Wiggan-Dann Tim and Rod were the winners of season 4.
2011–2014, 2019–The Amazing Race AustraliaSeven Network
Network 10
Marijana Rajcic and Chelsea Randall Tim and Rod were the winners of season 4.
2011–2014, 2019–The Amazing Race AustraliaSeven Network
Network 10
Sam Trenwith and Alex Hill Tim and Rod were the winners of season 4.
2011–2014, 2019–The Amazing Race AustraliaSeven Network
Network 10
Chace Tran Tim and Rod were the winners of season 4.
2011–2014, 2019–The Amazing Race AustraliaSeven Network
Network 10
Lauren Howells and Steph McGrath Tim and Rod were the winners of season 4.
2011–2014, 2019–The Amazing Race AustraliaSeven Network
Network 10
Pako Komira and Mori Perez Tim and Rod were the winners of season 4.
2011–2014, 2019–The Amazing Race AustraliaSeven Network
Network 10
George Mladenov Tim and Rod were the winners of season 4.
2011–Love & Hip Hop: New YorkVH1Somaya ReeseAlthough never revealed on the show, Somaya is openly bisexual. After the show, she entered a relationship with rapper Lady Luck.
2011–Love & Hip Hop: New YorkVH1Erica MenaErica Mena is openly bisexual.
2011–Love & Hip Hop: New YorkVH1Cyn SantanaCyn is introduced as Erica's girlfriend, the first woman she has ever been romantically involved with. After they break up, Cyn enters a relationship with a man, Ray.
2011–Love & Hip Hop: New YorkVH1K. MichelleAlthough never revealed on the show, K has identified as bisexual in interviews.
2011–Love & Hip Hop: New YorkVH1Jhonni BlazeJhonni is openly bisexual and expresses sexual interest in fellow cast member Precious Paris.
2011–Love & Hip Hop: New YorkVH1Cardi BCardi is openly bisexual.
2011–Love & Hip Hop: New YorkVH1MariahlynnMariahlynn is openly bisexual.
2011–Love & Hip Hop: New YorkVH1Felicia "Snoop" PearsonSnoop is openly lesbian.
2011–Love & Hip Hop: New YorkVH1Hennessy CarolinaAfter her time on the show, Hennessy came out as a lesbian.
2011–Love & Hip Hop: New YorkVH1J. AdrienneJ is introduced as Snoop's girlfriend, the first woman she has ever been romantically involved with. She claims she is only "gay for Snoop".
2011–Love & Hip Hop: New YorkVH1Kim WallaceKim is openly lesbian and wears suits in a stud fashion.
2011–Love & Hip Hop: New YorkVH1AnaísAnaís is openly bisexual.
2011–Love & Hip Hop: New YorkVH1Brittney TaylorBrittney is openly bisexual.
2011–Love & Hip Hop: New YorkVH1Jonathan FernandezJonathan is openly gay.
2011–Love & Hip Hop: New YorkVH1Trent CrewsTrent is Jonathan's boyfriend.
2011–Love & Hip Hop: New YorkVH1Alexis SkyyAlexis is openly bisexual.
2011–Love & Hip Hop: New YorkVH1Sidney StarrSidney is a trans woman.
2011–Platinum HitBravoScotty GrangerGranger is the brother of NBA player Danny Granger and the great nephew of gospel singer Mahalia Jackson.
2011–Face OffSyfyMarcel Banks
2011–Face OffSyfyGage Hubbard
2011–Face OffSyfyNora Hewitt
2011–Face OffSyfyRicky Vitus
2011–The VoiceNBCVicci Martinez
2011–The VoiceNBCFrenchie Davis Frenchie Davis did not come out until after her season ended.
2011–The VoiceNBCBeverly McClellan
2011–The VoiceNBCNakia
2011–The VoiceNBCErin Martin
2011–The VoiceNBCSarah Golden
2011–Geordie ShoreMTV (UK and Ireland)Nathan HenryHenry initially identified as bisexual, before coming out as gay.
2011–Geordie ShoreMTV (UK and Ireland)Marnie SimpsonSimpson and Lamborghini are bisexual.
2011–Geordie ShoreMTV (UK and Ireland)Elettra LamborghiniSimpson and Lamborghini are bisexual.
2011–2012The Glee ProjectOxygenAlex Newell
2011Fashion HuntersBravoWilson Payamps
2011Mad FashionBravoChris March
2011Ton of CashVH1Justin DerkeDerke is a cosmetologist and drag queen from Lansing, Michigan.
2011The A-List: DallasLogoLevi Crocker
2011The A-List: DallasLogoJames Doyle
2011The A-List: DallasLogoChase Hutchinson
2011The A-List: DallasLogoPhilip Willis
2011The A-List: DallasLogoTaylor Garrett
2011Most Eligible DallasBravoDrew GinsburgSeries follows single men and women in the Dallas area.
2011Carson NationOWNCarson KressleyFormer Queer Eye "fashion guy" travels from town to town doling out fashion makeovers.
2011Big Brother Brasil 11GloboAriadna Thalia
2011Big Brother Brasil 11GloboDaniel Rolim
2011Big Brother Brasil 11GloboDiana Balsini
2011Big Brother Brasil 11GloboLucival França
2011Pretty HurtsLogoRand RusherRusher is a registered nurse who specializes in cosmetic injectables. Meeuwsen is the chief executive officer of Rusher's medical practice. The two were a couple for twelve years but are no longer romantically involved.
2011Pretty HurtsLogoCurt MeeuwsenRusher is a registered nurse who specializes in cosmetic injectables. Meeuwsen is the chief executive officer of Rusher's medical practice. The two were a couple for twelve years but are no longer romantically involved.
2011Your OWN Show: Oprah's Search for the Next TV StarOWNRyan O'Connor
2010–The Only Way Is EssexITV2Harry DerbidgeIn series 1, openly gay Harry Derbidge is introduced as the cousin of Amy Childs, one of the show's main cast members, and reappears throughout the series. Due to the demands from fans and his unexpected popularity, Derbidge was made a secondary cast member in series 2 and appeared in the opening credits.
2010–Hair Battle SpectacularBravoDerek JDerek J is a fantasy hair stylist and judge.
2010–Hair Battle SpectacularBravoKirby Keomysay, AKA "Nostradamus" Keomysay is the winner of season 2.
2010–The Real Housewives of Beverly HillsBravoTaylor Armstrong
2010–The Real Housewives of Beverly HillsBravoBrandi Glanville
2010–The Real Housewives of Beverly HillsBravoCedric Martinez Martinez was the "permanent house guest" of housewife Lisa VanderPump.
2010–Next Great BakerTLCGregory Soriano and Chad Fitzgerald
2010–2012Girls Who Like Boys Who Like BoysSundance ChannelJoel Derfner Season one follows the lives of four women and their gay best friends in New York City.
2010–2012Girls Who Like Boys Who Like BoysSundance ChannelSahil Farooqi
2010–2012Girls Who Like Boys Who Like BoysSundance ChannelDavid Munk
2010–2012Girls Who Like Boys Who Like BoysSundance ChannelNathan Hale Williams
2010–2012Girls Who Like Boys Who Like BoysSundance ChannelJared Allman For season two the series moves to Nashville, Tennessee with an entirely new cast.
2010–2012Girls Who Like Boys Who Like BoysSundance ChannelPeter Depp For season two the series moves to Nashville, Tennessee with an entirely new cast.
2010–2012Girls Who Like Boys Who Like BoysSundance ChannelShane Stevens For season two the series moves to Nashville, Tennessee with an entirely new cast.
2010–2012Girls Who Like Boys Who Like BoysSundance ChannelBrent Oscar Young For season two the series moves to Nashville, Tennessee with an entirely new cast.
2010–Top Chef: Just DessertsBravoYigit Pura
2010–Top Chef: Just DessertsBravoVanarin Kuch
2010–Top Chef: Just DessertsBravoCraig Poirier
2010–Top Chef: Just DessertsBravoLina Biancamano
2010–Top Chef: Just DessertsBravoOrlando Santos
2010–2012Bachelor PadABCKrisily Kennedy
2010–The Fabulous Beekman BoysPlanet GreenJosh Kilmer-PurcellSeries follows author and advertising executive Kilmer-Purcell and his partner Ridge, a former Martha Stewart Omnimedia executive and geriatric physician, as they work to convert their weekend farm into a profitable brand, Beekman 1802.
2010–The Fabulous Beekman BoysPlanet GreenBrent RidgeSeries follows author and advertising executive Kilmer-Purcell and his partner Ridge, a former Martha Stewart Omnimedia executive and geriatric physician, as they work to convert their weekend farm into a profitable brand, Beekman 1802.
2010–The Fabulous Beekman BoysPlanet GreenJohn HallJohn Hall brought his goat herd to the farm and assists with the farm's operations.
2010–The Fabulous Beekman BoysPlanet GreenDoug PlummerPlummer and Roberts are their neighbors and owners of the American Hotel in Sharon Springs, New York, where the series is set.
2010–The Fabulous Beekman BoysPlanet GreenGarth RobertsPlummer and Roberts are their neighbors and owners of the American Hotel in Sharon Springs, New York, where the series is set.
2010Big Brother Brasil 10GloboAngélica Morango
2010Big Brother Brasil 10GloboDicesar Ferreira
2010Big Brother Brasil 10GloboSerginho Orgastic
2010–Love Games: Bad Girls Need Love TooOxygen NetworkLea Beaulieu
2010–Love Games: Bad Girls Need Love TooOxygen NetworkJudi Jai
2010–Love Games: Bad Girls Need Love TooOxygen NetworkSydney Steinfeldt
2010–The Real L WordShowtimeRose GarciaLike the similarly titled fictional series The L Word, this series follows the lives of several lesbians living in Los Angeles.
2010–The Real L WordShowtimeJill Sloane Goldstein
2010–The Real L WordShowtimeMikey Koffman
2010–The Real L WordShowtimeWhitney Mixter
2010–The Real L WordShowtimeTracy Ryerson
2010–The Real L WordShowtimeNikki Weiss
2010–2012RuPaul's Drag ULogoRuPaulEach week three cisgender women are paired with drag "professors" to discover their inner drag queen. RuPaul is the "President" of Drag U. Lady Bunny is a judge and the "Dean of Drag".
2010–2012RuPaul's Drag ULogoLady Bunny
2010–2012RuPaul's Drag ULogoNina Flowers
2010–2012RuPaul's Drag ULogoTammie Brown
2010–2012RuPaul's Drag ULogoOngina
2010–2012RuPaul's Drag ULogoShannel
2010–2012RuPaul's Drag ULogoPandora Boxx
2010–2012RuPaul's Drag ULogoJujubee
2010–2012RuPaul's Drag ULogoRaven
2010–2012RuPaul's Drag ULogoMorgan McMichaels
2010–2012RuPaul's Drag ULogoTyra Sanchez
2010–2012RuPaul's Drag ULogoBeBe Zahara Benet
2010–2012RuPaul's Drag ULogoCarmen Carrera
2010–2012RuPaul's Drag ULogoMariah
2010–2012RuPaul's Drag ULogoLatrice Royale
2010–2012RuPaul's Drag ULogoChad Michaels
2010–2012RuPaul's Drag ULogoRaja
2010–2012RuPaul's Drag ULogoAlexis Mateo
2010–2012RuPaul's Drag ULogoDelta Work
2010–2012RuPaul's Drag ULogoSharon Needles
2010–2012RuPaul's Drag ULogoWillam
2010–2011Work of Art: The Next Great ArtistBravoJohn Parot and Young Sun
2010–2011The A-List: New YorkLogoReichen LehmkuhlSeries follows the lives of gay men in New York City.
2010–2011The A-List: New YorkLogoRodiney Santiago
2010–2011The A-List: New YorkLogoMike Ruiz
2010–2011The A-List: New YorkLogoAustin Armacost
2010–2011The A-List: New YorkLogoDerek Lloyd Saathoff
2010–2011The A-List: New YorkLogoRyan Nickulas
2010, 2012Be Good Johnny WeirSundance
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2010On the Road with Austin & SantinoLifetimeSantino RiceRice and fellow Project Runway alumnus Austin Scarlett travel to small towns in the United States performing makeovers on local women.
2010High SocietyThe CWPaul Johnson CalderonPaul Johnson Calderon is a socialite in New York City.
2018–Queer EyeNetflixBobby BerkBerk, Brown, France, Porowski, are gay.
2018–Queer EyeNetflixKaramo BrownBerk, Brown, France, Porowski, are gay.
2018–Queer EyeNetflixTan FranceBerk, Brown, France, Porowski, are gay.
2018–Queer EyeNetflixAntoni PorowskiBerk, Brown, France, Porowski, are gay.
2018–Queer EyeNetflixJonathan Van NessVan Ness is gay, gender non-conforming and non-binary.
2018–Queer EyeNetflixAJ AJ, a hero from season 1, is gay.
2018–Queer EyeNetflixSkyler Skyler, a hero from season 2, is a trans man.
2018–Queer EyeNetflixJess Jess, a hero from season 3, is a lesbian.
2010–RuPaul's Drag Race: Untucked!Logo
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RuPaul, contestants.An accompanying series to RuPaul's Drag Race. Most contestants are gay men, with some being non-binary, trans women, etc.
2012–RuPaul's Drag Race All StarsLogo
VH1
RuPaulRuPaul, Rice, Kressley, Hall, and Matthews are all gay men.
2012–RuPaul's Drag Race All StarsLogo
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Santino Rice RuPaul, Rice, Kressley, Hall, and Matthews are all gay men.
2012–RuPaul's Drag Race All StarsLogo
VH1
Carson Kressley RuPaul, Rice, Kressley, Hall, and Matthews are all gay men.
2012–RuPaul's Drag Race All StarsLogo
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Todrick Hall RuPaul, Rice, Kressley, Hall, and Matthews are all gay men.
2012–RuPaul's Drag Race All StarsLogo
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Ross Mathews RuPaul, Rice, Kressley, Hall, and Matthews are all gay men.
2019–RuPaul's Drag Race UKBBCRuPaul, Alan Carr and Graham NortonRuPaul, Carr, and Norton are all gay men.
2018–Drag Race ThailandLINE TVJudges, contestantsVarious contestants are trans, gay, and non-binary.
2015–The Switch Drag RaceMegaJudges, contestants.Various contestants are gay men and trans women.
2016Big Brother Brasil 16GloboMatheus Lisboa
2017–The Great Canadian Baking ShowCBC TelevisionDan Levy and Corey Shefman Dan is gay, and Corey is stated to have a male partner.
2018Big Brother Brasil 18GloboMahmoud Baydoun
2018Dancing QueenNetflixAlyssa Edwards, Shangela Laquifa Wadley and Laganja EstranjaThe series follows Edwards' life as a world famous drag queen and owner and artistic director of Beyond Belief Dance Company.
2018–House of DragTVNZ OnDemand
OutTV
Kita Mean and Anita Wigl'itJudges and contestants are gay men and trans people.
2019Big Brother Brasil 19GloboGabriela Hebling
2019Big Brother Brasil 19GloboRodrigo França
2019–Queen of DragsProSiebanBill Kaulitz and Conchita Wurst
2018–Drag HealsOutTVContestantsSeries follows aspiring drag kings and queens in a "drag school" program.

2020s

YearTitleNetworkCast memberNotes
2020Big Brother Brasil 20GloboBianca Andrade
2020Big Brother Brasil 20GloboDaniel Lenhardt
2020Big Brother Brasil 20GloboMarcela McGowan
2020Big Brother Brasil 20GloboVictor Hugo Teixeira
2020–RuPaul's Secret Celebrity Drag RaceVH1RuPaul RuPaul, Kressley, Matthews, and the Drag Mentors are gay men.
2020–RuPaul's Secret Celebrity Drag RaceVH1Carson Kressley
2020–RuPaul's Secret Celebrity Drag RaceVH1Ross Matthews
2020–RuPaul's Secret Celebrity Drag RaceVH1Nico Tortorella Tortorella is non-binary.
2020–RuPaul's Secret Celebrity Drag RaceVH1Monét X Change
2020–RuPaul's Secret Celebrity Drag RaceVH1Bob the Drag Queen
2020–RuPaul's Secret Celebrity Drag RaceVH1Trixie Mattel
2020–RuPaul's Secret Celebrity Drag RaceVH1Asia O'Hara
2020–RuPaul's Secret Celebrity Drag RaceVH1Trinity the Tuck
2020–RuPaul's Secret Celebrity Drag RaceVH1Alyssa Edwards
2020–RuPaul's Secret Celebrity Drag RaceVH1Nina West
2020–RuPaul's Secret Celebrity Drag RaceVH1Kim Chi
2020–Dragnificent!TLCAlexis MichelleMichelle, Benet, Jujubee, and Thor are all gay men.
Originally started as the 2019 TV special Drag Me Down the Aisle. Started as full television series in April 2020.
2020–Dragnificent!TLCBeBe Zahara BenetMichelle, Benet, Jujubee, and Thor are all gay men.
Originally started as the 2019 TV special Drag Me Down the Aisle. Started as full television series in April 2020.
2020–Dragnificent!TLCJujubeeMichelle, Benet, Jujubee, and Thor are all gay men.
Originally started as the 2019 TV special Drag Me Down the Aisle. Started as full television series in April 2020.
2020–Dragnificent!TLCThorgy ThorMichelle, Benet, Jujubee, and Thor are all gay men.
Originally started as the 2019 TV special Drag Me Down the Aisle. Started as full television series in April 2020.
2020-Princess CharmingRTLContestantsGerman reality dating show with women-identifying and non-binary queer contestants based on The Bachelorette and Prince Charming.
2021Big Brother Brasil 21GloboGil do Vigor
2021Big Brother Brasil 21GloboJoão Luiz Pedrosa
2021Big Brother Brasil 21GloboKarol Conká
2021Big Brother Brasil 21GloboLucas Penteado
2021Big Brother Brasil 21GloboLumena Aleluia
2021Big Brother Brasil 21GloboPocah
2022Bad Hair DayTLCRyan Wesley Ryan Wesley is the Hair Center Director for Bad Hair Day which changes the lives of those with severe hair medical conditions.
2022Big Brother Brasil 22GloboBrunna Gonçalves
2022Big Brother Brasil 22GloboLinn da Quebrada
2022Big Brother Brasil 22GloboLuciano Estevan
2022Big Brother Brasil 22GloboMaria Bomani
2022Big Brother Brasil 22GloboTiago Abravanel
2022Big Brother Brasil 22GloboVinicius de Souza
2023Big Brother Brasil 23GloboAline Wirley
2023Big Brother Brasil 23GloboBruno Nogueira
2023Big Brother Brasil 23GloboFred Nicácio
2023Big Brother Brasil 23GloboGabriel Santana
2023Big Brother Brasil 23GloboManoel Vicente
2023Big Brother Brasil 23GloboSarah Aline Rodrigues
2023Charming BoysRTLContestantsA German dating show that originated as a spin off of the format Prince Charming. Old participants from the four seasons meet new contestants to leave the villa as the winning couple at the end.
2023Amazing Race SuomiNelonenIlmari Nurminen and Aapo Heitula
Silvia Modig
2024Big Brother Brasil 24GloboMarcus Vinicius Brito Ferreira
2024Big Brother Brasil 24GloboMichel Nogueira
2025Big Brother Brasil 25GloboDiego Hypólito
2025Big Brother Brasil 25GloboMateus Pires
2025Big Brother Brasil 25GloboVitória Strada
2026Big Brother Brasil 26GloboBreno Corã
2026Big Brother Brasil 26GloboMarcelo Alves

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