Anthony Allen Ramos

You might recognize Anthony Allen Ramos from Access Hollywood, where he was an on-air personality and producer for more than six years. In 2017 Ramos joined the team at GLAAD, the world’s largest LGBTQ+ media advocacy organization. Now GLAAD’s vice president of communications and talent, he has engaged countless celebrities in GLAAD’s work, including Beyoncé, Madonna, Taylor Swift, and Billy Porter.

Ramos is also the executive producer of the GLAAD Media Awards, which is the largest and most visible LGBTQ+ charity event of the year. “I am so proud of how we use that stage to create unforgettable moments that truly make impact, including Beyoncé and Madonna speaking out against HIV stigma, Jeopardy champion Amy Schneider quizzing drag queens on queer history, and bringing together Ricky Martin and Bad Bunny to speak about breaking down barriers for LGBTQ people in Latinx culture,” says Ramos.

In the last several years, Ramos has also worked to make the country music industry more welcoming and inclusive of LGBTQ+ artists. “I’ve worked with some of country music’s most recognizable talent and behind-the-scenes leaders in the industry to speak out on LGBTQ issues in ways that combat the lies so many in the South and Midwest spread about our community,” says Ramos.

He recalls collaborating with Grammy-winning country artist and outspoken ally Maren Morris on a campaign to support trans people. “This was a moment for her fans and people who may not understand or know a trans person to have their hearts and minds opened up,” Ramos says. “You can’t deny the power of someone like Maren Morris publicly and authentically telling all of her millions of fans and followers that trans people deserve better and that they need to be treated equally and fairly.” @anthonyramosah