Jacen Bowman graces stages from ballroom to activism
CENTER CITY (WPVI) -- Jacen Bowman is a leader in the LGBTQ+ community with a colorful background and a passion for purpose.
For 25 years, the Philadelphia native was a competitor on the 'ballroom' scene where he gained Hall of Fame status. He also was a professional makeup artist for decades, and his services were utilized during the Democratic National Convention in Philadelphia in 2016.
His lifelong desire for community engagement led him to build a simultaneous career as an activist. Today he is the President of Philadelphia Black Pride, and Associate Director of Digital and Creative Strategy at Human Rights Campaign.
Jacen recently became the first person to be awarded twice with a Philadelphia Gay News Stonewall Award, in recognition of his place on the forefront of advocacy for the community over so many years.
