Ahead Of Velma Dinkley, Here Are 5 Openly Queer Animated Characters That You Must Know About

For more than 50 years, LGBTQ fans have conjectured that Velma Dinkley from the Scooby-Doo show was homosexual. It goes without saying that Hanna-Barbera had no intention of outing one of their leading characters on a Saturday morning cartoon throughout the 1970s and 1980s. Velma is now formally coming out as a lesbian, according to a Variety report. This occurs in the newest Scooby-Doo animated film, Trick or Treat.

The majority of LGBTQ+ representation may be found in live-action films and television series, however, there has been an increase in efforts to include LGBTQ+ characters in animated films and shows. Read on to know about 5 such shows which have openly queer animated characters like Velma Dinkley.

Shows With Openly Queer Animated Characters Like Velma

Peppa Pig

The title character met the mothers of his friend Penny Polar Bear in an episode titled Families. While drawing a picture of her family, Penny explained: "I live with my mummy and my other mummy. One mummy is a doctor and one mummy cooks spaghetti."This marks the introduction of same-sex couple characters for an animated show.

She-Ra and the Princesses of Power

She-Ra and the Princesses of Power is a shining example of an animated show featuring LGBTQ+ characters from Bow's two gay fathers to the same-sex love shared by Adora and Catra. In the queer community, the play demonstrated the "importance of chosen family," according to Paper Magazine.

Adventure Time

Princess Bubblegum and Marceline, two of the most adored characters in the series, have a convoluted history of love. The show's LGBTQ+ presence is best exemplified by this open lesbian love, which had fans yelling with delight.

The Legend Of Korra

The main character, Korra, is the first canonically queer star of a children's programme and a certified bisexual queen. The last moment of The Legend of Korra, in which Asami and Korra gaze deeply into one other's eyes, confirming the two women's shared affections, revealed her sexuality.

Gravity Falls

The story of Gravity Falls centres on two children who are stranded for the summer at their great uncle's mystery spot. While the programme has several subtly placed references to LGBTQ+ representation, the romantic reunion between Sheriff Blubs and Deputy Durland, when they openly express their love for one another, is the most explicit.

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Queer animated characters like Velma will normalise accepting the queer community among children and make them be more inclusive and tolerant.