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Sex and the City star Cynthia Nixon (pictured) has taken one of the top honors at the 21st Annual GLAAD Media Awards. The actress, along with The View co-host Joy Behar, was honored at the 2010 award ceremony in New York.

At the ceremony, Sex and the City creator Michael Patrick King presented the Vito Russo Award to Nixon, whose openness about her family has led to a greater understanding of the need for full marriage equality.
The award is presented to an openly lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender media professional who has made a significant difference in promoting equal rights for the LGBT community.

Accepting the award, Nixon said: "Coming out wasn't hard in 2004. But if it had been 1994? What would I have done? I'll never know. Only 10 years’ difference and a whole different universe. Coming out wasn't difficult for me because of the work of many people in this room and because of the vision, tenacity and sacrifice of people like Vito Russo, who are no longer with us but because of whom there is a room - a room that has all of us in it."
Also at the event, journalist Meredith Vieira presented the Excellence in Media Award to Behar, who has shown a strong commitment to educating the public about the lives of gay and transgender people on her HLN talk show, The Joy Behar Show, and as co-host of The View.

The complete list of winners:
- Outstanding Daily Drama: One Life to Live (ABC)
- Outstanding Talk Show Episode: “Ellen DeGeneres and Her Wife, Portia de Rossi” The Oprah Winfrey Show (syndicated)
- Outstanding TV Journalism Segment: “Why Will Won’t Pledge Allegiance” American Morning (CNN)
- Outstanding Digital Journalism Article: Tie between “‘We Love You, This Won’t Change a Thing’” by John Buccigross (ESPN.com) and “Why Can’t You Just Butch Up? Gay Men, Effeminacy, and Our War with Ourselves” by Brent Hartinger (AfterElton.com)
- Outstanding TV Journalism — Newsmagazine: “Uganda Be Kidding Me” (series) The Rachel Maddow Show (MSNBC)
- Outstanding Newspaper Article: “Kept From a Dying Partner’s Bedside” by Tara Parker-Pope (The New York Times)
- Outstanding Newspaper Columnist: Frank Rich (The New York Times)
- Outstanding Newspaper Overall Coverage: The New York Times
- Outstanding Magazine Article: “Coming Out in Middle School” by Benoit Denizet-Lewis (The New York Times Magazine)
- Outstanding Magazine — Overall Coverage: The Advocate
- Outstanding Comic Book: Detective Comics by Greg Rucka (DC Comics)
- Outstanding New York Theater — Broadway & Off Broadway: A Boy and His Soul by Colman Domingo
- Outstanding New York Theater — Off-Off Broadway: She Like Girls by Chisa Hutchinson
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- Outstanding Novela: Más Sabe el Diablo (Telemundo)
- Outstanding Daytime Talk Show Episode: “Adopción gay: un tema muy controversial” Paparazzi TV Sensacional (MegaTV)Outstanding Talk Show Interview: “Realidades de ser gay en la tercera edad” El Show de Cristina (Univision)
- Outstanding TV Journalism –  Newsmagazine: TIE: “En el cuerpo equivocado” Primer Impacto (Univision) & “Damas gracias: Entrevista con Eva Leivas-Andino” Al Rojo Vivo (Telemundo)
- Outstanding Newspaper Article: “Mas familias de dos papás o dos mamas” by Pilar Marrero (La Opinión)
- Outstanding Magazine Article: “Del odio a la justicia” by Lena Hansen (People en Español)
- Outstanding Digital Journalism Article: “Saliendo del clóset: Cómo enfrentarlo en familia” by Fernanda Martínez (Univision.com)
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Actress Cynthia Nixon and talk-show host Joy Behar are to be honored at the upcoming 21st annual GLAAD Media Awards ceremony in New York, organizers said.

The event is to take place March 13 at the Marriot Marquis in Manhattan with Alan Cumming set to serve as host.

The Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation said its awards are intended to "elevate and promote fair, accurate and inclusive stories of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender issues, people and allies that have increased awareness, understanding and respect for the lives of LGBT people."

The organization is expected to present its Excellence in Media Award to Behar and the Vito Russo Award to Nixon. Awards are also to be handed out on stage for Outstanding Drama Series, Outstanding TV Movie or Mini-Series, Outstanding TV Journalism Segment, and Outstanding Digital Journalism Article.

Confirmed to attend the ceremony are Sigourney Weaver, Gabourey Sidibe, Bryan Batt, Sarah Paulson, Rosie Perez, Sandra Bernhard, Dustin Lance Black, Nigel Barker, Jay Manuel, Isis King, Robert Verdi, Jill Zarin and Michael Patrick King.

Kim Cattrall has confirmed the 'Sex and the City' franchise may continue.

The 53-year-old actress suggested that the film versions of the original television series may continue on past a second outing.

She said: "It was fantastic. I think as long as we have stories to tell. It was very interesting because we did this series for six years and we ended it at the exact right moment, we didn't repeat ourselves.

"I think we'll tell stories as long as they are there to tell."

The star, who plays maneater Samantha Jones in the movie, also confirmed that shooting had wrapped on the second film.

Although Kim would not confirm much of the storyline, she did discuss filming in Marrakech with cast members Sarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon and Kristin Davis.

"It was really fascinating to take these four strong independent women from a completely different society and plop them into that world. And all of the storylines that happen from that are extraordinary.

"There was one particular day where I spent almost 12 hours on a camel in the Sahara."

Singer Lady Gaga and fashion designer-turned-director Tom Ford's debut film were among the nominees for the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation's annual media awards on Wednesday.

The organization named 116 nominees for outstanding coverage of gay issues in categories in film, television, documentary, music, theater, comic books and journalism. The 21st GLAAD awards will be handed out at three ceremonies beginning on March 13 in New York.

Tom Ford's film "A Single Man" that follows the life of a gay professor and director Lee Daniel's film "Precious: Based on the Novel 'Push' by Sapphire" about a struggling Harlem teen who befriends a lesbian teacher were among nominees in the outstanding film category.

Nominees in the outstanding music artist category included New York singer Lady Gaga, U.S. indie band Gossip, U.S. singer Brandi Carlile as well as former American Idol runner up Adam Lambert, who last year told Rolling Stone magazine he was gay following months of speculation.

Television shows that earned nominations included "True Blood," "Grey's Anatomy", "Mad Men," "Skins," "Glee" and "The United States of Tara."

Actress Cynthia Nixon of the TV series "Sex and the City" who has been a vocal advocate on gay issues and gay marriage will receive a special award given to an openly gay media professional.

The organization's President Jarrett Barrios said the awards were designed to reward news coverage and entertainment programing that go beyond gay stereotypes.

"Words and images matter," he said in a statement before adding there was still progress to be made.

(Reporting by Christine Kearney, editing by Mike Collett-White)

Kristin Davis thinks 'Sex and the City 2' is like "condensed soup".

The 44-year-old actress - who plays lovable art dealer Charlotte York Goldenblatt in the US TV series and movies - says bosses have crammed so many dramatic plotlines into the upcoming sequel it is much more intense than the 2008 first big-screen outing.

She told MTV: "This one is not going to be that long. It's like condensed soup. It's different, and adventurous and rich, and there's music involved."

Kristin - who stars in the films with Sarah Jessica Parker, Kim Cattrall and Cynthia Nixon - also revealed the cast are currently working long hours to complete the film.

She explained: "We were shooting nights last week, and pretty much for the two weeks before that. All night. We were not doing a night exterior, but that's how many hours we needed to get certain things done. When it comes out, you're going to know what I'm talking about. I can't tell you right now, except to say that they are huge scenes with like hundreds of people in them!

Getting ready for a trip out of town, Sarah Jessica Parker and son, James Wilkie, were spotted leaving their Greenwich Village townhouse on Monday afternoon (October 19).

The Carrie Bradshaw cutie and her little boy are reportedly on their way to Morocco, where she will continue filming the "Sex & The City" sequel.

Accompanied by a nanny to help her out with James, insiders tell that SJP will be out of town for SATC duties until December.

Also starring Kristin Davis, Cynthia Nixon and Kim Cattrall, along with guest spots by Miley Cyrus and Penelope Cruz, the "Sex and the City" sequel is due out in theaters in May 2010.

Taking a break from filming duties, Sarah Jessica Parker was out partying it up in New York City on Thursday night (September 10).

All decked out in her finest garb, the Carrie Bradshaw actress was on-hand for Fashion's Night Out at the Oscar De La Renta boutique.

As previously reported by Gossip Center, the 44-year-old actress is currently filming the “Sex and the City 2” alongside co-stars Kim Cattrall, Kristin Davis and Cynthia Nixon.

Ready to impress with her style and glamour, SJP was even given a gemstone Solange Azagury-Patridge necklace worth nearly 200,000 US dollars to wear during the course of the shoot.

U.S. actresses and breast cancer survivors Edie Falco and Cynthia Nixon have agreed to appear in a new Stand Up to Cancer public service campaign.

This fall's print and broadcast ads are intended to educate cancer patients and their loved ones about the increased risk of infection during cancer treatment and the importance of learning how to manage one's risk.

"Learning you have cancer comes as a complete shock and, at first, makes you feel powerless," Falco said in a statement. "You really need to take control early. It is important to work with your team of physicians at the outset to understand how to minimize your risk of infection and stay strong throughout your treatment plan."

"Being told that you have cancer is devastating," added Nixon. "But you need to stay empowered. Through this Stand Up to Cancer campaign, we hope to encourage cancer patients and their loved ones to get all the facts, including how you can minimize the risk of infection during treatment."

Falco is best known for her roles on TV's "Oz," "The Sopranos" and "Nurse Jackie." Nixon was one of the co-stars of the TV comedy series "Sex and the City," and will soon be seen in the show's second big-screen follow-up.

Kristin Davis' character risks her marriage in the new 'Sex and the City' movie by accusing her husband of cheating.

The actress' alter-ego, Charlotte York Goldenblatt, is convinced spouse Harry is having an affair so she and the couple's two young daughters, Lily and Rose, move out of their luxury apartment in Manhattan's Park Avenue.

However, it turns out Charlotte is mistaken and Harry is actually sneakily seeing a contractor, who is building a dream home for Charlotte as a surprise.

Despite Charlotte's accusations, the couple soon reunite.

In the movie, Charlotte and Harry also let Carrie Bradshaw - portrayed by Sarah Jessica Parker - and husband Big move in with them when they lose a huge amount of cash in the recession.

Big - played by Chris Noth - eventually travels to the Middle East to try and recover their fortune.

Cynthia Nixon's character, Miranda Hobbs, makes a life-changing decision when she leaves her career as a lawyer after being sued for malpractice and opens a restaurant with husband Steve.

Reuniting on the set of "Sex and the City 2" as a foursome for the first time, Sarah Jessica Parker, Cynthia Nixon, Kim Cattrall and Kristin Davis were busy filming scenes in New York City on Tuesday (September 8).

Fresh off of a relaxing Labor Day weekend, the "SATC2" gals greeted one another with hugs as they then headed off to get ready for the day's shoot.

Talking about the upcoming movie, Sarah Jessica Parker recently hinted that all is not well between her Carrie Bradshaw character and her gal pals.

"As ever the girls reflect real life and Carrie’s world seems to be crashing down,” the 44-year-old told press.

The much awaited sequel is slated to make its way into theaters on May 28, 2010.