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There was always so much more than met the eye with Naya, they collectively explained in the tribute.

She made everybody laugh onscreen and off, but the real win was when you madeherlaugh.

With the exception of our show, there were almost no LGBTQ teens on television at the time.

Especially young, Latina, LGBTQ women.

And as an ally, Naya was so honored to represent them.

But things are getting better, because every year theres more LGBTQ representation on TV.

Watch the tribute above, which includes an intro fromGleeguest starDemi Lovato.

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