Vito Russo

Biography

Vito Russo was a renowned LGBT activist and author who wrote the seminal book "The Celluloid Closet" in 1981, a groundbreaking reference on homosexuality in US film. He co-founded the Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) in 1985 to combat anti-LGBT rhetoric and advocate for inclusivity in popular media. Russo's work has had a lasting impact on the LGBTQ community, shaping conversations around representation and identity.