In 2011, we were reminded of the extraordinary power of the individual to inspire and motivate by example. The courageous people honored in this year’s Out100 have inspired and moved us.
To pay homage to their individualism, this year's portfolio is inspired by iconic portraits of the 20th century, from Richard Avedon's image of a shaving Marlon Brando and Robert Mapplethorpe's Patti Smith to Herb Ritts's Madonna and Harry Benson's timeless portraits of the Beatles pillow-fighting.
Kathy Griffin, Entertainer of the Year
Andii Viveros, Prom Queen
Geri Jewell, Comedian, Actor, Writer
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Jamie Clayton (left) and Harmony Santana (right), Actors
Sandra Bernhard, Comedian
Julie Mehretu, Artist
Karey Dornetto, Comedian
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Celine Sciamma, Screenwriter, Director
Lauren Mollica (left), Pro Skater
JD Samson, Nomi Ruiz and Melissa Ferrick, Musicians
Dee Rees, Screenwriter, Director
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Revs. Mally Lloyd and Katherine Ragsdale, Episcopalian Priests
Ariel Levy (left), Journalist
Katie Stelmanis, Musician
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