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Within the annals of horror, and arguably throughout the entire panorama of cinematic history, Chucky stands as one of the most profoundly recognized homicidal figures. Even should one, by some peculiar circumstance, have refrained from experiencing even a solitary one of his films, Chucky's iconic presence is unequivocally familiar. Ranging from his unmistakable fiery red hair to the indelible vocal rendition provided by Brad Dourif, Chucky remains a character universally recognized and widely dreaded. Nevertheless, here is a rather astonishing revelation: this very character is, in fact, an outspoken proponent of the LGBTQA+ community.

SYFY WIRE was afforded the opportunity to virtually convene with Chucky's leading actors, Fiona Dourif and Jennifer Tilly, to glean their perspectives on Chucky serving as an ally.

But let us briefly pause and reflect: can Chucky — the Good Guy doll inhabited by the essence of a serial killer — genuinely be considered a queer ally? The affirmative answer might surprise you! In the latest installment of the franchise (specifically, the Chucky series broadcast right here on SYFY), characters identifying as queer are positioned centrally. Jake, Chucky's newest "friend 'til the end," finds himself engaged in an emerging adolescent romance with Devon. Picture this: merely two teenage boys accompanied by their homicidal, yet surprisingly progressive and supportive, doll.

In a scene now considered pivotal within the narrative of Chucky, the titular character engages Jake in a discussion concerning his gender-fluid offspring (Glen/Glenda, who was first introduced in Seed of Chucky). When Jake poses the query of Chucky's support for Glen/Glenda, Chucky unequivocally affirms his backing by declaring to Jake, "I'm not a monster." While the veracity of that statement remains highly debatable, Chucky has, for a considerable period, consistently aligned himself with the gay community.

Don Mancini, the series creator, has consistently incorporated queer individuals into significant roles, crafting their portrayals with a commendable sensitivity — a quality often lacking within the horror genre. When queried about this very subject during the Chucky panel at New York Comic Con, Mancini conveyed to the attending audience that his decision to feature positive gay characters was motivated by a strong desire "to provide young, gay fans with representation and enable them to perceive themselves onscreen in a manner that I was unable to experience when I was 14 or 15 years old."

Addressing the Chucky series specifically, he articulated, "My intention was not only to normalize… the concept of being gay and queer romance, but also to render it appealing." (To review Mancini's complete statements, the NYCC video is accessible for viewing here.)

Mancini's overarching objective to furnish devotees with genuine representation is palpably demonstrated through both his scriptwriting and casting choices. Tilly, a veteran performer of the franchise, has long been revered as a gay icon. Throughout the span of her professional journey, she has thoughtfully depicted gay characters and leveraged her public platform to champion queer voices within various media. In recognition of her efforts, she was honored with GLAAD's Golden Gate Award in two thousand six which, as per GLAAD's official web portal, is bestowed upon an individual who actively strives to "enhance the visibility and comprehension of the LGBT community in media."

Furthermore, Tilly corroborates Chucky's standing as an ally: "Chucky commands an exceptionally large LGBTQ+ fanbase — truly immense. Yet, even prior to the current iteration featuring Jake and his coming-of-age teenage romance, he [creator Don Mancini] has consistently included positive gay characters."

Fiona Dourif offered a particularly profound perspective on Chucky's relationship with queerness. When posed the question of Chucky's status as an LGBTQ+ ally, she communicated to us, "Chucky is more than an ally." And while her remark carries a slight jest, it simultaneously encapsulates a remarkably valid point. For several decades, Chucky has been fluidly transitioning between various bodies and identities. As articulated by Dourif, "I believe Chucky himself is engaging in all manner of experimentation."

And to be candid… our cognitive faculties were somewhat astounded. Could it be that Chucky is not merely an ally but actually a constituent member of the queer community? Are we perhaps overthinking the gender dynamics concerning a doll who brutally slays felines and utters phrases such as, "Don't fk with the Chuck?"

Perhaps! However, the genre has historically served as a fertile ground for pioneering representation. So, why should Chucky not be embraced as both an ally and even an icon? For Dourif's and Tilly's individual perspectives, kindly consult the video provided below.