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The actress behind Kiara explains how she brings her queer identity into a role that never asks her to.
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In this episode
- How a queer actor shapes a straight character without changing the script
- What themes of belonging and class in Outer Banks mean to her personally
- The physical demands of filming a show built around water and action
- Why representation can live in the details rather than the storyline
About this episode
This week, we sat down with Madison Bailey, the talented actress behind Kiara from the Netflix series Outer Banks. Madison shares her journey as a queer actor and how she subtly infuses her character with queerness, even in a show that doesn’t focus on LGBTQ+ storylines. We explore the themes of belonging, identity, and societal divides in Outer Banks, and Madison reveals some of the physical challenges in the role. Part one of the new season of Outer Banks is streaming now on Netflix!Keep up with Madison on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/madisonbaileybabe
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On Pride, host Caitlynn McDaniel deep dives into the LGBTQ+ stories lighting up our screens — and the people who bring them to life. Each week, she sits down with the stars we love, the creators behind the scenes, and the voices changing the way stories are told.
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