It will be broadcast to mark the 40th anniversary of the death of Terry Higgins, one of the first people to die of an AIDS-related illness in the UK. On BBC Two, AIDS: In Our Own Words (working title) is a three-part documentary series that tells the story of the British AIDS crisis as it’s never been heard before. Whether you want to watch or listen live on TV or Radio, or dive into the collection on iPlayer or download on BBC Sounds, this comprehensive collection of LGBTQ+ content will begin on the BBC in June.”
Whilst Radio includes the Loud and Proud season on BBC Radio 6Music plus podcasts and series on BBC Radio 4 and BBC Sounds.Ĭharlotte Moore, Chief Content Officer, says: “To mark the 50th Anniversary of Pride, we are bringing audiences a range of content across a multitude of genres. On TV, programmes will run throughout June on BBC Two, BBC Three and BBC Four with titles available as a dedicated collection on iPlayer.
From music, history, documentary and entertainment, the BBC is bringing together a comprehensive collection of titles on TV and Radio that focus on the LGBTQ+ experience to commemorate 50 years of Pride.
