This year was full of amazing (and maybe some not-so-amazing moments), but one thing’s for sure – the LGBT community came out united and on top.
After the senseless shooting in Orlando claimed the lives of 49 innocent people, everyone pulled together to support our gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender friends and family members.
Stars like Rowan Blanchard, Bella Thorne, Lauren Jauregui, and more were inspired to speak out about their own sexuality, especially leading up to the monumental Presidential Election.
So we’re taking a look back at some of our favorite LGBT moments and stars of this past year.
Click through the slideshow to see some amazing LGBT moments from 2016…
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Joey King and Nolan Gould look totally amazed by Propel’s Star Wars Battle Drones flying right in front of their faces while attending Just Jared’s Holiday Party on Monday night (December 19) at a private residence in Beverly Hills, Calif.
The BFFs were one with the force while testing out the super cool gadgets at the holiday celebration!
Joey was joined at the party by her sister Hunter King, who hung out with her BFF Titina Gargiulo.
JJJ caught up with Ryan about the song. “This song is about giving yourself the freedom to fall in love, to let go and give in, to experience and explore,” he tells us.”
Check it out below and let us know what you think!
Olivia Holt sings her heart out while giving an amazing acoustic performance at Just Jared Jr. presents the Disney Mix Launch Party on Friday (August 19) at The Greenhouse at Platform in Culver City, Calif.
The 19-year-old singer had the crowd singing along while performing songs like “Phoenix” and “Thin Air” during a special set. Watch a clip below!
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Sofia Reyes walks the red carpet at the 2016 Just Jared Summer Bash presented by Uno on Saturday (August 13) at a private residence in Beverly Hills, Calif.
The 20-year-old singer was joined at the event by emerging star Johann Vera.
The party celebrated the classic card game Uno and the estate was decked out with the game’s signature colors. 4′ letters reading “JUST JARED <3 UNO” lined the edge of the property and created a picture perfect moment for our guests.
