Jay-Z and Beyoncé to Receive <br />GLAAD's Vanguard Award The Vanguard Award is presented to <br />LGBTQ+ allies who have made significant <br />strides in supporting the community. GLAAD considers Queen Bey and Hova <br />to be "global icons and passionate defenders of <br />human rights and acceptance for all people." Sarah Kate Ellis, GLAAD President and CEO The powerhouse couple even <br />incorporates a message of <br />equality with their music. Beyoncé has collaborated <br />with LGBTQ artists such as <br />Big Freedia and Frank Ocean. Jay-Z opened up about <br />his mother coming out as <br />a lesbian on his song, "Smile." The 30th GLAAD Media Awards will <br />take place on May 4 in Los Angeles.
