Memorable TV and Movie Moments in LGBTQ History11 of 44
First Gay Couple on TV
Norman Lear's "Hot L Baltimore," which premiered Jan. 24, 1975, on ABC, wasn't a critical or ratings success like "All in the Family" and "Maude," but the series was every bit as controversial and headline-worthy. The short-lived series showcased one of the first gay couples on TV: George (Lee Bergere) and Gordon (Henry Calvert).
Norman Lear's "Hot L Baltimore," which premiered Jan. 24, 1975, on ABC, wasn't a critical or ratings success like "All in the Family" and "Maude," but the series was every bit as controversial and headline-worthy. The short-lived series showcased one of the first gay couples on TV: George (Lee Bergere) and Gordon (Henry Calvert).