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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Lifestyle
Lara Owen

YOU WONT BELIEVE: Queer icons throughout history to celebrate this pride month - You Need To See This

Here are 7 queer icons throughout history (Alamy/PA Archive/PA) -

Whether performing, protesting or pioneering behind the scenes, history is full of LGBT+ figures that helped shift culture and challenge social norms.

So, as we celebrate Pride Month this June, here’s a look back at some of history’s most inspiring LGBT+ icons.

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