GLAAD Media Awards – Degrassi TNG Red Carpet ft. Lauren Collins & Adamo Ruggiero (2008)

Описание: 🏳️‍🌈 “The response from the fans is what makes it worth it.”

Red carpet interview from the *19th Annual GLAAD Media Awards**, featuring **Degrassi: The Next Generation* stars *Lauren Collins* and *Adamo Ruggiero* speaking with **Jay Manuel**.

🎤 The Interview:
Jay Manuel interviews Lauren Collins and Adamo Ruggiero on the red carpet, where they discuss Degrassi’s cultural impact and its importance to LGBTQ+ viewers. Adamo reflects on the messages he received from gay teens who found comfort and representation through his character, Marco Del Rossi, highlighting the show’s real-world influence beyond television.

This footage captures a candid moment during press coverage at the event, emphasizing Degrassi’s ongoing relationship with LGBTQ+ advocacy and visibility.

📍 Event Details:
Event: 19th Annual GLAAD Media Awards
Location: Los Angeles, California
Event Date: April 26, 2008

🎥 Featured Talent:
Lauren Collins (Paige Michalchuk – Degrassi: The Next Generation)
Adamo Ruggiero (Marco Del Rossi – Degrassi: The Next Generation)
Interviewer: Jay Manuel

🗂️ Archivist Note:
Wardrobe matches from this red carpet appearance confirm this event was also used as an on-location filming opportunity for **The N’s GLAAD “Be an Ally” PSA**, with cast members recorded backstage and during press coverage while attending the ceremony.

📺 Original Source Context:
Originally published as part of GLAAD’s official red carpet media coverage for the 2008 awards.

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