Erin Kellyman's 'Willow' Queer Character Healed Her Inner Child
While there was an lgbtq couple featured in Andor, Kit (Ruby Cruz) and Jade (Erin Kellyman) in Willow mark the first romance that is front and center in a Lucasfilm project. Editor's Note: This article contains spoilers for episode five of 'Willow. Her character, Jade, learns the truth about her family: that they are Bone Reavers, and that she was lied to about her family for her entire life. Willow's Queer Romance Subverts a Tired Fantasy Trope
In “Wildwood,” the series’ fifth episode (premiering Wednesday), Kit and Jade finally address how they — to quote an observation made by another “Willow” character in the series. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. In a recent episode, fan-favorite character Jade, played by Erin Kellyman, embarks on a journey that she didn't expect after discovering she'd been lied to about her family history for her whole life. 
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Now, Willow is ready to finally offer audiences some legitimate queer representation with a central romance between Princess Kit Tanthalos (Ruby Cruz) and her knight errant, Jade Claymore (Erin. By Sydney Odman. Assistant to the Editorial Director.
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Kellyman, an openly gay woman, said the opportunity to play a relationship like this offered representation she didn't have growing up. She noted that if she had seen Kit and Jade's relationship. Where is the Money? Tom Pelphrey Explains.
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For years now fans have been clamoring for a queer Disney Princess, and in some way, Willow has delivered. Jade and Kit’s story has all of the beats of a traditional fantasy romance, but with a. As such, the young adventurers in the series grapple with figuring out who they are and how they feel just as much as the dangerous foes and magical forces thrown their way. Among the core team that set off on this important quest are Kit and Jade, childhood best friends who both have family ties to the heroes and villains of the original film.
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'Willow' stars Erin Kellyman and Ruby Cruz gush about Jade and Kit's wlw queer romance in the Disney+ series. . Willow Episode 5
Willow episode 5 includes a new revelation about Erin Kellyman's Jade and is a step forward for queer representation at Lucasfilm. . Erin Kellyman and Ruby Cruz Gush About Kit and Jade
Willow star Erin Kellyman, whose character Jade is in love with Ruby Cruz's Kit, talks positive queer representation on the show. .