Jennifer Lawrence brought the house down with her irreverent and comically crude remarks about former Vice President Mike Pence at the GLAAD Media Awards on Saturday, leaving the audience in stitches.
The Hollywood star delivered her profanity-laden speech while presenting the Vito Russo Award to country musician Orville Peck, showcasing her signature wit and humor.
In her address, Jennifer Lawrence expressed her admiration for the LGBTQ+ community, joking about the dynamics of power and submission, saying she “loved seeing so many humans who can top their field while still power bottoming.” She also quipped about not needing mace in a room filled with men, earning uproarious laughter from the crowd.
At the GLAAD Media Awards, Jennifer Lawrence took a jab at Mike Pence while presenting an award to honoree Orville Peck.
“I love the gay community. In fact, I was in love with a homosexual. I tried to convert him for years, but now I know conversion therapy doesn’t work,”… pic.twitter.com/vFJzSGo546
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Lawrence then took a swipe at Pence’s controversial stance on conversion therapy, sharing a personal anecdote about her “first love,” a homosexual whom she humorously attempted to “convert” for years. She emphasized that conversion therapy doesn’t work, directing her message pointedly at Pence with a playful jab.
The actress didn’t hold back in poking fun at the former Indiana governor, debunking the notion of conversion therapy while teasing him about receiving a Kids’ Choice Award for “weirdest d - - k” in New York. The audience erupted in laughter at Lawrence’s witty remarks, showcasing her knack for delivering comedic punches.
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mike pence has the weirdest dick? pic.twitter.com/lguwJGY59M— Julie (@maddiebrker) May 12, 2024
Pence, known for his conservative views on LGBTQ+ rights, has faced criticism for his support of conversion therapy and opposition to same-sex marriage. Lawrence’s playful ribbing of Pence adds to the list of public figures who have challenged his stance on LGBTQ+ issues.
Despite the lighthearted banter, Jennifer Lawrence emphasized her genuine friendship with Peck, whom she affectionately described as a close companion. The GLAAD Media Awards, attended by luminaries such as Jennifer Hudson, Uma Thurman, and Don Lemon, provided a platform for celebrating LGBTQ+ representation and advocacy in the media.
Lawrence’s humorous roast of Pence underscored the event’s spirit of inclusivity and acceptance, reinforcing the importance of standing up for LGBTQ+ rights and celebrating diversity in all its forms.