Rising Star Siobhan Murphy: “It cannot be overstated how significant it is to see yourself reflected back in the mainstream media; That is why diversity in the entertainment industry is so important”

It cannot be overstated how significant it is to see yourself reflected back in the mainstream media. For so many marginalized groups there has been a sense that their stories are “niche” or “ separate” and the only universal stories are the white hetero male ones. But to see so many different voices finally being given space has shattered that! To think about kids growing up and seeing themselves represented makes me teary. It’s easy to take for granted how comforting and reassuring it is to grow up watching stories told by people who look and sound like you about similar experiences to your own. Everyone deserves that comfort.