Kitty Genovese

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January 13, 2017

by Samantha Cavalcanti, Entertainment Media Intern

The GLAAD Wrap: 'The Fosters' renewed, Lena Waithe's new series, 'The Good Fight' trailer

Every week, The GLAAD Wrap brings you LGBTQ-related entertainment news highlights, fresh stuff to watch out for, and fun diversions to help you kick off the weekend.

March 14, 2014

by Alexandra Bolles, Associate Director, Campaigns & External Engagement

Kitty Genovese was killed 50 years ago and anti-LGBT violence is still rampant

According to Queerty, a new book ("Kitty Genovese: The Murder, the Bystanders, the Crime that Changed America") suggests that people were hesitant to get involved or investigate thoroughly because Kitty was a lesbian.

Kitty Genovese

The GLAAD Wrap: 'The Fosters' renewed, Lena Waithe's new series, 'The Good Fight' trailer

Kitty Genovese was killed 50 years ago and anti-LGBT violence is still rampant

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Kitty Genovese

The GLAAD Wrap: 'The Fosters' renewed, Lena Waithe's new series, 'The Good Fight' trailer

Kitty Genovese was killed 50 years ago and anti-LGBT violence is still rampant