Arts & Entertainment

Honey Maid features gay couple in ‘This is Wholesome’ ad campaign

graham cracker company releases another LGBT friendly commercial

Published

10 years ago

April 7, 2016

Mariah Cooper

(Screenshot via YouTube)

Honey Maid continues its track record of LGBT inclusion with its commercial “Mis Hijos,” or “My Children,” which features a same-sex couple.

In the graham cracker company’s ad, a man sits at a picnic table looking at an old family photo while he describes how he came to accept his gay son who is now a husband and father.

“I did not know your partner would be a man. It was a shock,” the man says in Spanish with accompanying subtitles. “I thought I had lost my son, but now, I realize I have two.”

The commercial continues to show the man, his son, his son’s partner and the man’s grandchildren preparing for a picnic and eating graham crackers. The clip ends with a shot of the whole family.

“I think any child would be lucky to have two dads like you,” the man says.

Katrina Plummer, Equity Brand Manager for Honey Maid, said in a press release the “This is Wholesome” is meant to reflect America’s diversity.

“In 2016, we’re encouraging Americans to view the world through the eyes of acceptance,” Plummer said in the press release. “And remember that no matter how families might change, just like our products, what makes them wholesome remains the same.”

This isn’t the first time Honey Maid’s “This is Wholesome” campaign has featured a same-sex couple. In 2014 the company released a commercial with two gay dads.

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‘Heated Rivalry’ stars to participate in Olympic torch relay

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19 hours ago

January 23, 2026

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“Heated Rivalry” stars Hudson Williams and Connor Storrie will participate in the Olympic torch relay ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics that will take place next month in Italy.

HBO Max, which distributes “Heated Rivalry” in the U.S., made the announcement on Thursday in a press release.

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Entertainers TrevHER and Grey host event with live performance

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21 hours ago

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Drag entertainers TrevHER and Grey will provide commentary and make live predictions on who’s staying and who’s going home. Stick around after the show for a live drag performance. The watch party will take place on a heated outdoor patio and cozy indoor space.

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‘Queer Eye’ watch party set for Friday

DC Center to host event

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The screening will last 45-55 minutes, with community time both before and after the episode. Drinks and snacks will be provided and organizers promise a “surprise or two.” For information on tickets, visit the DC Center’s website.