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The Savage Love columnist Dan Savage has stirred the media with his explicit yet humorous writing style. Apart from being an accomplished columnist, he is a consummate author, media expert, journalist and a newspaper editor. His versatility knows no bounds as he has also made his presence felt as a theater producer and director. Equus and Letters from the Earth are among his prominent theatrical works. Since Dan Savage is a staunch supporter of the Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender (LGBT) youth, his works have had a profound influence among the society. His It Gets Better Project says it all. This project has without any doubt helped the LBGT youth in accepting their sexual orientation and consequently adding meaning to their existence. For the same reasons he has penned four books which have been well-received by media and the readers. Also, helping him earn several awards including a Lambda Literary Award and PEN West Award. His endeavor has prompted him to appear on several TV programs and at universities to discuss social taboos. Buy Dan Savage tickets to know the existing social and political issues inside out.
Through his works Dan Savage reaches out to the LBGT youth and adults as he openly speaks of their rights which are usually brushed aside. He also throws light on the problems confronted by them (the bullying and sexual harassment) and ways to cope with them. He also assures that even after such traumatic and agonizing situations one can still have a meaningful future. He has also helped the youth in particular to deviate their minds from thinking that suicide is the only way out, which is the reason why It Gets Better Project happened in the first place. Therefore, as an advocate of the LGBT community, Dan Savage has been seen on various talk shows on channels such as MSNBC and CNN to share his views on political issues like same-sex marriages and Don't Ask Don't Tell.
Speaking of the media appearances, he has had a bunch of shows under his belt. In the past he hosted a popular show titled Savage Love Live, which was in a way an extension of his advice column, where he would attend live calls and hence help people cope with distress. At present he appears on television series called Savage U on MTV. He has also lent meaningful contributions to Out and This American Life; two of the most popular entertainment and fashion magazines that cater to homosexuals. Dan Savage has also been an integral part of a talk show called Real Time with Bill Maher which is aired on HBO. On the show, the host and political satirist Bill Maher invites journalists, professors and politicians for a panel discussion to discuss current events, social and political issues. Hence, his popularity and the admiration of his fans continue to rise.
Looking back, Dan kicked off his career as a columnist in 1999. Savage Love, his first advice column in The Stranger received a surprisingly positive response opening doors for his unprecedented success that he has achieved all this time.
Dan Savage's list of achievements is endless. As an author he has reached the pinnacle of fame. His bibliography consists of four books which were written in 1998, 1999, 2002 and 2005. The Kid: What Happened After My Boyfriend and I Decided to Go Get Pregnant was awarded with a PEN West Award, while Skipping Towards Gomorrah: The Seven Deadly Sins and the Pursuit of Happiness in America swept the Lambda Literary Award. Moreover, his It Gets Better Project has also bagged a Webby Award and an Anthony Giffard "Make the Change" Award. To witness the phenomenal author and a media expert buy Dan Savage tickets and avail the chance to be part of an enlightening event.