Lance Bass Shines at Hollywood Reporter GLAAD Event
Former NSYNC star and activist joins LGBTQ+ advocates at a chic glitzy Pride gala in LA!!.
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Lance Bass, the former NSYNC star turned outspoken LGBTQ+ advocate, lit up the red carpet at a joint Hollywood Reporter and GLAAD Pride celebration in Los Angeles this past weekend. In a carousel of vibrant snapshots shared on Instagram, Bass wrote simply, “Just gonna leave these here. Such a fun night!” as he posed alongside media executives, GLAAD representatives and fellow champions of queer visibility.
Snapshot Highlights
Bass kicked off the evening in a tailored navy velvet blazer, teamed with a crisp white shirt and slim black trousers. A subtle rainbow pin on his lapel paid homage to Pride, while his smile said it all. One photo captured him laughing with Hollywood Reporter’s editorial team, another showed him in animated conversation with GLAAD leadership, and a third framed him striking a playful pose by an illuminated backdrop emblazoned with both organizations’ logos.
In all, the carousel of images reflects an event that blended high fashion with heartfelt purpose. Among the guests were actors, journalists and activists united by one mission: to amplify LGBTQ+ stories in film, television and beyond.
Building On Pride Momentum
Fans following Bass on Instagram know his commitment doesn’t end at one night. Last month, he partnered with Little Words Project for an exclusive Pride bracelet drop, pledging 25% of net proceeds to The Trevor Project, the leading crisis intervention network for LGBTQ+ youth. In the post, Bass urged followers to “meet me there” and tag friends who’ve shown unwavering support—underscoring that community behind the celebration is what truly matters.
Check out his announcement here:
https://www.instagram.com/p/DKXMZDTRdy6/
From Boy Band To Bold Advocate
Bass first rocketed to fame in the late 1990s as the youngest member of NSYNC, the chart-topping pop group behind hits like “Bye Bye Bye” and “It’s Gonna Be Me.” After the band went on hiatus in 2002, he carved a new path—hosting television shows, co-producing Broadway musicals and, in 2006, publicly coming out as gay.
Since then, his work has become inseparable from his identity. He has co-hosted GLAAD Media Award ceremonies, served on advisory boards for The Trevor Project and delivered speeches encouraging young people to live authentically. The Hollywood Reporter x GLAAD event marked another milestone in his ongoing effort to ensure that mainstream platforms recognize and celebrate LGBTQ+ excellence.
Voices On Representation
At the gala, several speakers reminded attendees of the stakes. GLAAD’s president highlighted how accurate and inclusive storytelling can save lives by reducing stigma and fostering acceptance. Hollywood Reporter executives spoke of their editorial commitment to showcasing diverse talent on screen and behind the camera.
Bass weighed in between poses: “It’s incredible to be here with so many change-makers,” he told The Hollywood Reporter. “We’re not just partying—this is about pushing for real progress in the stories we tell and the people we uplift.”
Fans applauded his candor in the Instagram comments. One wrote, “Always proud of you, Lance—keep shining!” Another tagged a friend, “We’ve got to get tickets next year!”
Next Steps For 2024
Looking ahead, Bass is slated to produce a documentary exploring the 50-year legacy of LGBTQ+ cinema, and he’s in talks with streaming platforms for a new unscripted series spotlighting queer creators. On his Instagram Story, he hinted at a summer tour supporting local Pride festivals across the U.S.
With that kind of drive, it’s clear Bass isn’t just leaving photos behind—he’s leaving an impact. As the lights dimmed on Hollywood Reporter and GLAAD’s festive evening, the message rang out: representation matters, and this is only the beginning.
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