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Written by WiG
Feb 22, 2012
An LGBT youth hotline’s new public service announcement featuring Daniel Radcliffe premieres tonight on Fox during the network’s hit series “Glee.”
The 30-second spot encourages LGBT youth to call the Trevor Lifeline if they need support or are considering suicide. The number is 866-488-7386.
The spot also will run on Hulu in conjunction with of “Glee.”
“We are very excited to premiere this life-saving PSA featuring Daniel Radcliffe during prime time on one of the most popular shows on television,” said David McFarland, CEO of The Trevor Project. “The opportunity to reach millions of LGBTQ youth, their families and friends during a show like 'Glee' with a message to reinforce that it is OK to reach out for help when you need it can truly help save lives.”
This is Radcliffe’s second PSA for The Trevor Project Lifeline. The actor has been involved with the organization since 2009, dedicating much of his public support to raising awareness for the 24/7 free and confidential crisis line.
“My work with The Trevor Project has taught me that the best thing I can do as a straight ally is show my support of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people,” Radcliffe said. “When we let someone know that we accept them for who they are and that we are safe to talk to, we can help save lives. It’s as simple as that.”
The PSA was produced by Emmett Loverde, a Los Angeles-based writer-director and cinematographer.
For more about the project go to TheTrevorProject.org.
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