'L Word' to have long-lasting life

[Shana A]

'L Word' to have long-lasting life
Showtime series altered landscape for lesbians on TV
By Kimberly Nordyke

http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/hr/content_display/television/news/e3i28f93d938052f66ac83511d48377a5e6

March 12, 2008

Showtime's "The L Word" is coming to a close after next season, but its impact could live on long after the series finale.

The lesbian-themed drama, which debuted in January 2004, has been groundbreaking. Never before had a show with an all-lesbian ensemble that spoke directly to lesbian issues aired on television.