A former showrunner has confirmed Alex Russo was bi: “It was quite obvious”
BY NIC CROSARA, IMAGE BY DISNEY CHANNEL/KOBAL/SHUTTERSTOCK
Welcome to today’s serving of 7 Days Of Queer, where we look back at the LGBTQIA highlights from the previous week, in case you missed it.
Kicking things off, a former showrunner and writer on Wizards Of Waverly Place (WOWP) sparked bi panic among Disney fans when he confirmed, 11 years after the show ended, that Alex Russo – who was played by Selena Gomez – was bisexual: “It was quite obvious.”
Not only were we deprived of this overt bisexual representation, but we were also robbed of seeing a relationship blossom between Alex and Stevie (played by Hayley Kiyoko AKA Lesbian Jesus).
This isn’t the first time a character has been confirmed as queer off-camera, long after the last credits have rolled – while not being overtly shown onscreen. And yes, it can be frustrating for LGBTQIA audiences. However, for many queer fans of WOWP, this news is sure to feel a little magic.
Lily Savage brought the gift of drag to UK television screens – for that, we must forever be grateful
Join us in looking back on the beautiful life and legacy of Paul O’Grady.
Last week’s episode of podDIVA is essential listening for The L Word fans
The legendary Jennifer Beals and Laurel Holloman had a brilliant chat with Rachel Shelley.
We’re not crying, you are…
The cast of The L Word: Generation Q have been sharing their heartfelt goodbyes.
Just Like Us have released findings from their upcoming survey
The charity shared the data last week to mark Trans Day Of Visibility.
Pssst… our April issue is on sale now
Here’s your teaser for what you have to look forward to within its pages.
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