David Kunkle
Following TNT’s announcement last week that it has picked up the new version of Dallas, CNN posted a long story about how the original Dallas has shaped the city’s image — and how modern Dallas is nothing like the stereotypes created by the show. (The entire article is worth a read when you have time, although perhaps it was only interesting to me because I’m not from Dallas and I’ve never seen an episode of the original series). Anyhow, the CNN story mentions early on that Dallas has a lesbian sheriff, and then former police chief turned mayoral candidate David Kunkle puts an exclamation on the gay angle near the end. “We have one of the largest gay populations and one of the strongest gay communities of any city in the country,” Kunkle tells CNN. Thanks, chief. Who knows, maybe the new “Dallas” will add a gay storyline.
I’m sure Caven is already trying to come up with some kind of marketing scheme to exploit the bars JR’s and Sue Ellens.
So I’m guessing he wants attention after the election?
Great article with interesting background on Dallas and “Dallas.” And kudos to Chief Kunkle for highlighting the LGBT community’s strong presence in Dallas.
“We have one of the largest gay populations and one of the strongest gay communities of any city in the country.”
Then how come I can’t find a boyfriend? : ) Hint hint!