Summary
Pride Month is a time whenmembers of the LGBTQ+ community come together to celebrate their identities, and there are plenty of opportunities to do so in the world of gaming.The Sims 4is known for being particularly LGBTQ+ friendly in terms of content, and there are also plenty of player-made Sims in the gallery that reflect this.
As well as various LGBTQ+ characters from a range of different media, theSims 4gallery also features a variety of LGBTQ+ icons who have been recreated by talented Simmers. These individuals range from members of the community who have made a significant impact to allies who have done wonderful things for LGBTQ+ causes. Here are some of themost notable LGBTQ+ icons that are available to download right now in theSims 4gallery.
8Elton John
Rocketman
Elton John’s openness with his sexuality, as well as his philanthropic work, has made hima significant LGBTQ+ iconfor this generation. As well as establishing the Elton John AIDS Foundation, John’s relationship with David Furnish, following a marriage to a woman, was publicized, displaying his earnest personal journey.
This Elton John Sim is particularly impressive, especially when it comes to his facial features, which have been recreated incredibly accurately. The flamboyant outfit, colored glasses, and various accessories are also well-chosen and exactly what fans would expect to see him wearing during a concert.
7Lady Gaga
Mother Monster
Singer and actress Lady Gaga is an outspoken advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, as well as being a member of the community herself, as she has always been open about her bisexuality. Lady Gaga has been a huge voice for the LGBTQ+ community, delivering speeches at events, writing the iconic “Born This Way” song in 2011, which became an LGBTQ+ anthem, and co-creating the Born This Way Foundation with her mother.
There are plenty of Lady Gaga Sims available to download inThe Sims 4’s Gallery, but this version of her has absolutely nailed her facial features, making her particularly authentic. The makeup is also perfect, as is her slicked-back bleached blonde hair and the sparkling outfit choice. It’s nota particularly out-there outfit, such as the ones Gaga wears while performing, but it’s inherently Gaga-esque in a toned-down and formal way.
6Freddie Mercury
A Legendary Performer
Lead singer of the prominent rock band Queen, Freddie Mercury challenged the social norms of what it meant to be part of the stereotypically masculine rock era. He had a theatrical personality on stage, often wearing flamboyant outfits and displaying a camp aesthetic. Although he did not come out as a member of the LGBTQ+ community and had a long-term relationship with a woman, he did have relationships with men and spent his last years living with a man. His tragic death from AIDS complications heightened awareness of the disease, bringing worldwide attention to the stigma and allowing people to see beyond the prejudice that surrounded it.
Despite his various iconic outfits during his career, including his cross-dressing attire from the “I Want to Break Free” music video, Mercury’s most famous look is arguably his simple white tank top and trousers from the famous 1985 Live Aid performance. This look has been recreated excellently with this Freddie Mercury Sim, as have his facial features.
5Princess Diana
The People’s Princess
The nickname People’s Princess was lovingly bestowed upon the late Princess Diana for her kindness and empathy, which included her revolutionary methods of advocating for the LGBTQ+ community. Diana opposed the widespread misinformation and ignorance associated with the AIDs disease and made history when she visited the first UK AIDs ward and shook hands with a patient without wearing gloves. This simple yet defiant act changed the way people thought about AIDs and portrayed Diana as a powerful advocate for those affected.
This Princess Diana Sim is well-made, capturing her elegant features, such as the slight downturn of her eyes. She is also dressed perfectly, sporting a royal blue blazer and white dress that emphasizes her regal yet down-to-earth nature.
4David Bowie
Ziggy Stardust
Much like Freddie Mercury, David Bowie was a crucial influence on the LGBTQ+ community as a rock star in the 80s. Bowie wasall about gender fluidity, with his well-known persona Ziggy Stardust being as androgynous as was possible. This persona was far from simply performative; it was a way to challenge the constrictive norms of the time. Bowie himself was also open about his sexuality, allowing those who felt marginalized to feel represented.
This David Bowie Sims recreates his Ziggy Stardust look, complete with eye makeup, red hair, and a sparkly red outfit. Bowie was known for his elegant and unique facial features, which would be difficult to recreate. This Sim does so perfectly, though, as Bowie is instantly recognizable.
3Marsha P. Johnson
A Prominent Gay Rights Figure
Marsha P. Johnson was one of the most important LGBTQ+ figureheads for people of color as well as members of the transgender community. Her impact is such that she created a legacy, advocating for the unheard and being a key figure in the 1969 Stonewall Riots. She also co-founded an organization called STAR (Street Transvestite Action Revolutionaries), which stood for the rights of drag queens, transgender, and homeless youths in the LGBTQ+ community.
Though not an entertainment icon like the other Sims in the Gallery, this Marsha P. Johnson Sim is equally well-made and the perfect choice for those looking to add a true legend among the LGBTQ+ community to theirSims 4file.
2Madonna
Queen Of Pop
Madonna has always been an advocate and icon for the LGBTQ+ community, and she also acknowledges how much of her career was established thanks to that same community. Not only has Madonna’s music and persona always focused on challenging societal norms in terms of gender and sexuality, but she also made a difference to the fearmongering surrounding AIDs in the 80s, being vocal and raising awareness of the misinformation being spread.
As with Lady Gaga, there are a bunch of Madonna Sims inThe Sims 4gallery. This version of hermight not be as eccentrically dressed as some of the others, but it recreates her features amazingly well while still dressing her in attire that is true to her musical persona.
1Elliot Page
A Trans Icon
Elliot Page is a significant icon and strong celebrity advocate of the LGBTQ+ community, especially after a highly publicized transition period following a successful acting career. In 2020, he made the transition from female to male. This was highly significant forsuch a high-profile celebrity, and it easily could have harmed his career.
However, Page was determined to be true to himself, no matter the cost, and that kind of courage was inspirational to LGBTQ+ community members and allies everywhere. This Sim version of Elliot manages to capture his features excellently as well as his dapper style. It’s a must for those looking to add an icon from the transgender community to theirSims 4file.
