BBC Three is celebrating after the channel’s ground-breaking series, I Kissed a Boy, won Screen Moment of the Year at the prestigious Pink News Awards held on Wednesday 18 October 2023, solidifying its place as a leader in inclusive and innovative content.
I Kissed a Boy has garnered widespread acclaim for its unique storytelling and commitment to diversity and LGBTQ+ representation. The show’s victory at the Pink News Awards is a testament to BBC Three’s unwavering dedication to producing content that both entertains and educates.
In addition to this, BBC Three’s Planet Sex with Cara Delevingne won Best Factual Entertainment Programme at MIPCOM Cannes, described at the event as ‘a revelation and a huge worldwide success’.
Fiona Campbell, Controller of Youth Audience (BBC Three and iPlayer), expressed her enthusiasm about the wins, saying: “Many congratulations to the teams behind these stand out shows – the contributors in I Kissed A Boy made network TV history in the UK with the first same sex dating show and Cara Delevingne’s original investigation into modern sexuality demonstrate that both shows are at the cutting edge of television. Thank you to the teams at Two Four and Naked for their commitment and creativity.”
BBC Three continues to break new ground with the channel’s commitment to producing high-quality, inclusive, and thought-provoking content that reflects the realities of today, ensuring it remains dedicated to delivering fresh, engaging, and inclusive award winning programming.
I Kissed A Boy and Planet Sex with Cara Delevingne are both available to stream now on BBC iPlayer.
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