"Means everything to me” — Lego Masters star John shares excitement about representing LGBT community with partner Justin in Season 5 

The Dallas team of John Walls and Justin Brady-Joyner not only contributed technical skill. They also made history when Lego Masters returned for its fifth season. The pair’s appearance on national primetime television has great significance because they are one of the few openly queer pairs to compete on the show. For John, it’s a personal affirmation rather than merely a representation.

"Representing the LGBTQ+ community on LEGO Masters means everything to me. To be on national TV as your full, authentic self and to do it while building LEGO is a dream. There’s something powerful about queerness and creativity coexisting on screen that’s so amazing,"oJohn revealed.

They are visible at a pivotal point in the history of gay representation. As competitors, John and Justin uphold the principles of inclusivity and honesty while navigating demanding build challenges, such as a recent test with a Wicked theme. In addition to their artistic achievements, viewers witness their resilience and excitement during the competition.

They are contributing to greater visibility for LGBTQ+ contestants on reality TV through their creative teamwork and openness. Season 5 highlights how the show can celebrate identity while showcasing strong technical builds.

A milestone for LGBTQ+ representation on Lego Masters Season 5

As the show plays out, John Walls and Justin Brady-Joyner have evolved from contestants to powerful symbols of queer presence in mainstream reality television. They are proving that their queerness is vital to the show — not some sideshow — but integral to their win and story, as one of the first out and proud LGBTQ+ teams.

John highlights that he has gained significant awareness as a result of being recognized for his true self on national television. His imaginative works celebrate queerness and creativity in harmony. Lego Masters star Justin, meanwhile, supports this by recognizing the value of representation:

"I believe firmly that representation matters! If you can see it, you can be it! Watching the first season and seeing queer competitors made me feel like, 'That could be me someday.' Now I get to be that person for someone else!"

Their ability to combine craftsmanship and community influence is what makes them unique. It goes beyond merely their technical prowess in challenges like the Wicked-themed build. Both are strong activists off-screen. Justin participates in community projects that elevate LGBT voices in the arts, while John works with nonprofits to help queer youngsters.

Their journey on Lego Masters offers meaningful representation for LGBTQ+ artists who may be inspired by their visibility on a reality show. It is not only about competitiveness. Their message of pride and inclusion grows stronger as the season progresses.

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You can watch all the episodes of Lego Masters Season 5 on FOX and Hulu.

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