Netflix’s Heartstopper: Everything you need to know about season 2
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London Trans+ Pride confirms date and location of this year’s protest march
London Trans+ Pride has announced that it will return this summer with a protest march calling for equality in the UK and beyond. Due to take place on 8 July, it comes at a time when trans rights are continuously seen as a source of ‘debate’ by the government and social commentators. This year’s route has been changed “to accommodate growing numbers” of people in attendance, with Trafalgar Square confirmed as the meeting point. In an Instagram post, London Trans+ Pride organisers emphasised that “pride is a protest” and encouraged…
Read MoreHeartstopper’s Alice Oseman announces Vol. 5 release date and series end
Heartstopper fans, we have good and bad news. Writer and creator of the beloved comics, Alice Oseman, has given a major update on the future of the series. Netflix’s highly-anticipated queer teen romance, Heartstopper, is based on Oseman’s championed webcomic and graphic novel of the same name. Following the love story between the openly gay overthinker Charlie Spring (Joe) and buoyant rugby player Nick Nelson (Connor), the series is a light and joyous watch featuring little in the way of trauma and conflict, and that’s exactly what young queer people…
Read MoreHeartstopper’s Yasmin Finney breaks silence on the “really scary” online abuse she encounters
Yasmin Finney has opened up about her experience with “really scary” online abuse. Back in 2022, the young talent made her incredible acting debut as trans teen Elle Argent in the universally acclaimed Netflix series, Heartstopper. While the success of the LGBTQ+ romantic dramedy has helped Finney’s star skyrocket within the entertainment industry, her increased fame has also resulted in more anti-trans encounters. During her recent interview with Teen Vogue, the 19-year-old superstar reflected on the importance of her character Elle and the series’ LGBTQ+ representation as a whole. “Heartstopper is…
Read MoreNetflix ends 2022 by sharing a deleted scene from Heartstopper season 1
Netflix has blessed fans with a never-before-seen clip from Heartstopper season one to celebrate the new year. Back in March, LGBTQ+ TV enthusiasts were finally treated to the eight-episode young adult series based on Alice Oseman’s graphic novel of the same name. The show follows Charlie Spring (Joe Locke), a “high-strung, openly gay over-thinker,” and Nick Nelson (Kit Connor), “a cheerful, soft-hearted rugby player”, as they explore their blossoming romantic relationship and the pressures of coming out. Since its release, the series has earned rave reviews from fans and critics…
Read MoreHere’s your first look at Heartstopper’s Yasmin Finney in Doctor Who
BBC has finally released the first sneak peek at Heartstopper star Yasmin Finney in the upcoming Doctor Who specials. Back in May, it was revealed that the beloved talent would be joining the Doctor Who universe as a new Rose. “This show has a place in so many people’s hearts, so to be seen as a trans actress by the legend himself, Russell [T Davies], has not only made my year, it’s made my life,” Finney said in a statement following her casting. “I cannot wait to begin this journey…
Read MoreNetflix’s Heartstopper earns nine Children’s & Family Emmy nominations
Netflix’s hit LGBTQ+ series Heartstopper has earned nine Children’s & Family Emmy nominations. Over the last few months, queer TV enthusiasts have immersed themselves in the heartwarming young adult series. The show, which is based on Alice Oseman’s graphic novel of the same name, follows Charlie Spring (Joe Locke), a “high-strung, openly gay over-thinker,” and Nick Nelson (Kit Connor), “a cheerful, soft-hearted rugby player”, as they explore their blossoming romantic relationship. Upon its release in March, the series earned rave reviews from fans and critics – with viewers watching 23,940,000…
Read MoreYasmin Finney says Doctor Who role will “change the world” as she covers British Vogue
Yasmin Finney is the latest cover star for British Vogue. The actress memorably rose to fame earlier this year as Elle Argent on Netflix’s acclaimed teen drama, Heartstopper, which follows the blossoming romance between queer teenager Charlie (Joe Locke) and Nick (Kit Connor). Finney has since become one of the media’s most prominent trans women with various fashion campaigns and confirmed roles in Yungblud’s upcoming short film and Doctor Who’s 60th anniversary special as Rose, the titular character’s new companion. In her interview with British Vogue, the 19-year-old said her character…
Read MoreHeartstopper reveals new cast members as production for season 2 begins
Production for the second season of Heartstopper is officially underway and a number of new cast members have been revealed by Netflix. Based on the beloved webcomic and graphic novel of the same name from Alice Oseman, the queer teen drama follows Charlie Spring (Joe Locke), a “high-strung, openly gay overthinker,” and Nick (Kit Connor), “a cheerful, soft-hearted rugby player”. It was met with critical acclaim as soon as the first season arrived on Netflix, with viewers watching 23,940,000 hours of the show during its first full week on the…
Read MoreHeartstopper’s Yasmin Finney: ‘I’m happy I get to be the representation I never had’
Heartstopper star Yasmin Finney opened up about why the character of Elle Argent felt like it “was created” just for her and the importance of LGBTQ+ representation. The 19-year-old discussed her trailblazing role on the Netflix series during an appearance on Queerpiphany with Tayce and Munroe Bergdorf. The award-nominated digital series sees the two hosts sit down with a number of LGBTQ+ stars to discuss the iconic pop culture moments that shaped their queer experiences. “The first time I did see a televised black trans-girl was you [Munroe] and that…
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