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Abbi Jacobson on LGBTQ+ Travel Risks in US
14 Nov
Summary
- Abbi Jacobson and wife Jodi Balfour strategize travel through anti-LGBTQ+ states.
- Hate crimes against LGBTQ+ individuals have risen for four consecutive years.
- Over 500 anti-LGBTQ+ bills were considered in 2026 alone.
Broad City star Abbi Jacobson has discussed the safety measures she and her wife, Jodi Balfour, take when traveling through states with anti-LGBTQ+ laws. Jacobson shared that they sometimes adopt a lower profile, acknowledging this is a privilege not available to everyone.
Despite legal advancements, such as the 2015 Supreme Court ruling on same-sex marriage, hate crimes against LGBTQ+ individuals have been on an upward trend for four consecutive years. The situation is further complicated by proposed legislation, with over 500 anti-LGBTQ+ bills introduced in state legislatures in 2026, many targeting transgender rights.
Jacobson also touched on the importance of representation in the entertainment industry, expressing a desire to help queer individuals feel seen and empowered. She and Balfour, who married in 2024, met virtually in 2020 and have since become public figures advocating for visibility.
