Actresses Who Don’t Support LGBTQ+ Rights

The intersection of the entertainment industry and social advocacy often leads to public debates regarding the personal beliefs of high-profile figures. While many in Hollywood vocalize support for LGBTQ+ rights, a segment of the acting community holds viewpoints rooted in traditional or religious convictions that oppose these movements. These actresses have used their platforms to express opposition to marriage equality, gender identity protections, or LGBTQ+ representation in media. This list examines 30 actresses who have publicly shared views that align against LGBTQ+ rights or are associated with organizations that advocate for traditional family structures.

Candace Cameron Bure

Candace Cameron Bure departed the Hallmark Channel to join Great American Family as its chief creative officer. During an interview with The Wall Street Journal, she stated that the network would focus on “traditional marriage” rather than featuring same-sex couples in lead roles. Her comments drew criticism from various organizations and fellow actors who promote LGBTQ+ inclusion. Bure defended her stance by citing her personal faith and her desire to provide specific content for a faith-based audience. She continues to produce and star in holiday films for the network that reflect these values.

Victoria Jackson

Former ‘Saturday Night Live’ cast member Victoria Jackson has frequently expressed her opposition to LGBTQ+ rights through her public blog and social media. She famously criticized the television show ‘Glee’ for featuring a kiss between two male characters, describing the scene as “sickening.” Jackson has since become a vocal political activist within the Tea Party movement, often appearing at rallies to discuss social issues. She frequently cites her religious convictions as the primary basis for her stance on marriage and gender. Her public commentary remains centered on promoting a conservative social agenda.

Stacey Dash

‘Clueless’ star Stacey Dash made headlines during her tenure as a Fox News contributor for her comments regarding transgender individuals. She suggested that trans people should use the bathroom in their own homes and challenged the validity of modern gender identity. Dash has also been vocal about her opposition to several legislative efforts aimed at protecting LGBTQ+ rights. Her political views have often placed her at the center of cultural controversies within the entertainment industry. She has maintained that her perspectives are a reflection of her personal conservative shift.

Anita Bryant

Anita Bryant, a former singer and actress, became a prominent figure in the 1970s for her “Save Our Children” campaign. She successfully lobbied to repeal an ordinance in Dade County, Florida, that prohibited discrimination based on sexual orientation. Her activism was rooted in her religious beliefs and her concern for the impact of LGBTQ+ rights on traditional family structures. Bryant’s public stance led to a widespread national debate and a significant boycott of Florida orange juice, for which she was a spokesperson. She remains one of the most historically significant figures to publicly oppose LGBTQ+ legal protections.

Sam Sorbo

Sam Sorbo, known for her role in ‘Hercules: The Legendary Journeys’, is a vocal critic of modern gender ideology and LGBTQ+ advocacy. She has written books and produced films like ‘Let There Be Light’ that emphasize conservative Christian values and traditional marriage. Sorbo frequently speaks at events where she advocates for a return to what she describes as “biblical morality” in education and media. She maintains that these viewpoints are essential to her faith and her desire to protect the nuclear family. Her work is primarily focused on the faith-based film and publishing industries.

Roseanne Barr

Roseanne Barr has used her social media presence to share views that have been characterized as critical of the transgender community. In several posts, she has mocked the use of gender-neutral pronouns and questioned the inclusion of trans women in specific social spaces. While she once featured a gay character on her sitcom ‘Roseanne’, her recent political shifts have seen her align with movements that oppose LGBTQ+ protections. These statements have contributed to her becoming a polarizing figure in contemporary cultural discussions. Barr remains an active commentator on various social and political topics.

Gina Carano

‘The Mandalorian’ actress Gina Carano faced backlash after she added “beep/bop/boop” to her social media profile, which critics perceived as a mockery of preferred pronouns. She has also shared posts comparing modern political climates to historical persecutions, leading to a public rift with Disney and Lucasfilm. Carano has consistently defended her right to express conservative viewpoints on social issues, including her skepticism toward gender identity movements. Following her departure from the ‘Star Wars’ franchise, she has moved into producing and starring in films with conservative media outlets. She continues to advocate for what she describes as freedom of speech.

Letitia Wright

Letitia Wright, known for her role in ‘Black Panther’, faced significant public criticism for sharing a video from a church that contained anti-LGBTQ+ and transphobic remarks. The video questioned the safety of vaccines and included segments critical of the transgender community. Wright initially defended her right to share the content before deleting her social media accounts temporarily. While she has since focused on her acting career and remained more private, the incident is frequently cited in discussions about her social perspectives. She has not explicitly clarified her current stance on LGBTQ+ rights since the controversy.

Elisabeth Hasselbeck

During her tenure on ‘The View’, Elisabeth Hasselbeck frequently clashed with co-hosts over LGBTQ+ rights and the legal definition of marriage. She consistently argued from a conservative standpoint, citing her Christian faith as the reason for her opposition to marriage equality. Hasselbeck later joined Fox News, where she continued to support traditional family values in her reporting and commentary. She has written several books that emphasize the importance of religious tradition in American life. Her public persona remains closely associated with conservative social advocacy.

Patricia Heaton

‘Everybody Loves Raymond’ star Patricia Heaton has publicly supported organizations and causes that advocate for traditional marriage. She has been a vocal proponent of the Catholic Church’s teachings on human sexuality and has expressed concerns over legislative changes regarding LGBTQ+ rights. While she has worked with various humanitarian charities, her political donations often align with candidates who hold conservative social views. Heaton frequently uses her social media to share her perspectives on faith and the traditional family unit. She remains one of the most prominent conservative actresses working in television.

Janine Turner

Janine Turner, best known for ‘Northern Exposure’, is an active political commentator who supports traditional conservative social values. She founded “Constituting America,” an organization focused on teaching the U.S. Constitution from an originalist perspective. Turner has spoken out against the expansion of LGBTQ+ rights, viewing them through the lens of protecting religious freedom and traditional norms. She frequently appears on conservative news programs to discuss the impact of social policy on American culture. Her work often bridges the gap between entertainment and political activism.

Susan Howard

Susan Howard, who appeared in the long-running series ‘Dallas’, left the acting world to focus on conservative political and religious activism. She served on the leadership council of the National Rifle Association and has been active in the Southern Baptist Convention. Howard has advocated for traditional marriage and has spoken against legislative measures that would grant specific protections based on sexual orientation. Her post-acting career has been dedicated to promoting legislative agendas that align with evangelical Christian values. She remains an influential figure in conservative social circles.

Andrea Logan White

As a co-founder of Pure Flix Entertainment, Andrea Logan White has produced and starred in films that strictly adhere to traditional values. Her work, including the ‘God’s Not Dead’ franchise, often portrays secular culture as a threat to religious and traditional structures. White has expressed that her media company exists to provide an alternative to Hollywood’s more inclusive LGBTQ+ messaging. Her films typically focus on narratives that reinforce traditional interpretations of biblical marriage and gender roles. She continues to lead the production of faith-centered media for a specific conservative audience.

Sadie Robertson

‘Duck Dynasty’ star and actress Sadie Robertson has frequently discussed her views on marriage and sexuality in her books and public speaking tours. She maintains that marriage is a sacred union between a man and a woman, a stance she attributes to her evangelical faith. While she often emphasizes love and kindness in her messaging, she has been clear about her opposition to same-sex relationships. Robertson’s influence is particularly strong among young conservative audiences through her “Whoa That’s Good” podcast. She remains a prominent face of modern faith-based entertainment and social media.

Jen Lilley

Jen Lilley, a former ‘Days of Our Lives’ actress, moved to Great American Family and expressed support for the network’s focus on traditional marriage. She has stated that her career choices are guided by her desire to provide “wholesome” and faith-based entertainment for families. Lilley has defended the network’s exclusion of LGBTQ+ lead characters, citing the need for content that aligns with her religious convictions. She remains a primary face of the conservative media shift in the holiday film genre. Her public statements reflect a commitment to media that avoids modern social narratives.

Karen Abercrombie

Karen Abercrombie gained fame for her role as Miss Clara in the film ‘War Room’. She has since focused on projects that promote conservative Christian messages and traditional family dynamics. Abercrombie has expressed that she chooses roles that align with her faith and avoids content that promotes LGBTQ+ lifestyles or themes. Her public statements reflect a commitment to maintaining what she views as a biblical standard in the performing arts. She continues to star in and produce content for the faith-based entertainment market.

Shari Rigby

Shari Rigby, known for ‘October Baby’, is an actress and director who focuses exclusively on faith-based media. She has spoken about the importance of “reclaiming” the arts for traditional values and religious storytelling. Rigby’s work often features themes that prioritize traditional marriage and the sanctity of the family unit as defined by her faith. She has been vocal about her belief that entertainment should reflect conservative moral principles rather than secular social trends. She continues to mentor young actors looking to work within the faith-based industry.

Megan Alexander

Megan Alexander, a correspondent for ‘Inside Edition’ and actress in Great American Family films, has been a vocal supporter of faith-based media. She has written books encouraging professionals to stay true to their conservative values while working in secular industries. Alexander has aligned herself with media networks that prioritize traditional depictions of marriage and avoid LGBTQ+ themes. She often highlights her religious upbringing as the source of her perspectives on social and cultural issues. Her work continues to span both mainstream journalism and conservative holiday films.

Jill Wagner

Jill Wagner, a longtime actress who moved from Hallmark to Great American Family, has been associated with that network’s “traditional” branding. While she avoids many political controversies, her professional alignment with the network followed its public commitment to “traditional marriage” content. Wagner has expressed that she values the network’s dedication to “wholesome” and faith-centered stories for American families. Her career shift is often seen as part of a larger movement of actors prioritizing conservative media environments. She continues to be a leading star in holiday-themed television movies.

Cheryl Ladd

‘Charlie’s Angels’ star Cheryl Ladd has recently become a staple in the Great American Family network’s lineup of seasonal films. She has expressed her appreciation for the network’s focus on traditional family themes and faith-based storytelling. While she remains less vocal than some of her colleagues, her public support for the network’s specific social direction aligns her with the movement for conservative media. Ladd has stated that she prefers working in environments that reflect her personal values and a “wholesome” outlook. She continues to appear in projects that prioritize traditional depictions of family life.

Lori Heuring

Actress Lori Heuring has used her online presence to advocate for traditional views on marriage and gender roles. She has been vocal in her criticism of policies that she believes undermine the traditional nuclear family structure. Heuring frequently shares content that aligns with conservative social perspectives and emphasizes biological definitions of gender. Her shift toward public political commentary has become a significant part of her public persona in recent years. She maintains that expressing these views is essential for preserving what she considers foundational cultural values.

Korie Robertson

Korie Robertson, featured in ‘Duck Dynasty’ and its various media spin-offs, has been a consistent advocate for traditional marriage. She has written and spoken extensively about raising children with conservative Christian values in a changing cultural landscape. Robertson supports legislative and social efforts that prioritize religious freedom and traditional family definitions. Her platform is dedicated to promoting a lifestyle based on evangelical interpretations of the Bible regarding marriage and gender. She continues to be an influential figure in the faith-based reality and film sectors.

Madeline Carroll

‘I Can Only Imagine’ actress Madeline Carroll has spoken about her commitment to her faith and its influence on her professional life. She has expressed a preference for roles that reinforce traditional morality and avoid what she terms “spiritual compromise.” Carroll has been associated with various conservative Christian groups that advocate for traditional family structures and oppose LGBTQ+ inclusion in education. She views her career as a ministry to promote her religious beliefs through the medium of film. She remains an active participant in the faith-based movie industry.

Missy Crider

Missy Crider, who appeared in ‘Mulholland Drive’ and ‘The Others’, has shared social media content that challenges modern LGBTQ+ rights movements. She has expressed support for traditional gender roles and has been critical of modern gender ideology in public discourse. Crider often links her perspectives to a broader critique of the entertainment industry’s current social and cultural policies. Her public posts reflect a commitment to conservative values and a rejection of what she describes as radical social changes. She continues to engage with her audience on these topics through various digital platforms.

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