Ruby and Sapphire had merged to form the warrior Garnet, but they split after this reveal.
Ruby goes off to be alone and pursue a Western-style life.
Though she seems happy to Steven, Ruby reveals she can’t be truly happy without Sapphire.
So she rides back and asks Sapphire to marry her.
“This way we can be together even when we’re apart,” Ruby says.
It’s rare to see such openly queer depictions on children’s cartoons.
Nickelodeon’sThe Legend of Korraconcluded with a major hint that Korra and Asami were in a same-sex relationship.
The connection even celebrated the end of Pride Month in June with a photo of Korrasami kissing.
“We’re proud to celebrate one of our favorite LGBTQ couples this #PrideMonth, Korrasami!”
Sugar continues to break barriers on what’s considered acceptable programming.
