Asexual Representation in Media
Asexuality is not a well-known and accepted identity, and as a result, we are very underrepresented in the media. Even with the small amount of representation that there is, many portrayals are inaccurate, or even offensive. Despite this, there are a few canonically asexual characters that have resonated with people: Todd Chavez, Bojack Horseman In the fourth season, Todd comes out as asexual to his friend, Bojack. Going forward in the series, Todd meets other people who identify as asexual and gains more of an understanding of what asexuality means to him. The development of his understanding and self-acceptance portrays an accurate journey that many asexual people can relate to. Jughead Jones, Jughead Volume 1 In sharp contrast to The CW’s Riverdale, Jughead is openly asexual in the comics. Throughout
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