Stevonnie
Stevonnie | |
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Steven Universe character | |
First appearance | "Alone Together" (2015) |
Last appearance | "Bismuth Casual" (2020) |
Created by | Rebecca Sugar |
Voiced by | AJ Michalka |
In-universe information | |
Species | 25% Gem 75% Human |
Gender | Non-binary[1] |
Affiliation | Crystal Gems |
Weapon | Sword Shield |
Nationality | American |
Stevonnie (/stəˈvɒni/ stə-VON-ee) is a fictional character in the animated series Steven Universe and Steven Universe Future, created by Rebecca Sugar. A "fusion" of the protagonist Steven Universe and his friend Connie Maheswaran, Stevonnie has the appearance of an androgynous young adult. First introduced in the episode "Alone Together", Stevonnie only appears occasionally in the series[2][3] and once in the limited epilogue series, Steven Universe Future.
Character
One of the core concepts in Steven Universe is a process referred to as "fusion", in which two or more Gem characters merge into one being who is physically larger and stronger. Fusion is used by the writers of the show as a metaphor for a range of types of intimacy and relationships.[4] The episode "Alone Together", first broadcast January 15, 2015, focuses on protagonist Steven's first experience with fusion while dancing with his friend Connie.
Steven and Connie identify as male and female respectively (although some have interpreted Steven as
Stevonnie is referred to using
Appearances
Stevonnie appeared only occasionally in episodes of Steven Universe. In "Alone Together", Steven and Connie fuse for the first time, and Stevonnie enjoys the capabilities of their new body before having an
In a March 2017
Additionally, Stevonnie is a playable character in the Steven Universe: Save the Light game,[18] in the Brawlhalla game, where they were a crossover character,[19] and appeared in an episode of Steven Universe Future, "Bismuth Casual."[20] Stevonnie also appeared in a 2020 comic designed by Cartoon Network and the National Black Justice Coalition which highlighted "the power and importance of respecting gender identity through the use of gender pronouns."[21]
Impact
Meredith Woerner of
Steven Universe has a significant amount of LGBT representation as well, featuring multiple feminine characters that show romantic attraction directed to each other. Stevonnie's appearance, and Steven Universe in general, have been part of a
In an August 5, 2020, interview with
References
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- ^ Kelley, Shamus (November 9, 2016). "Steven Universe Is The LGBTQ Representation We Need". Den of Geek. Den of Geek World Ltd. Archived from the original on March 7, 2020. Retrieved April 19, 2020.
- ^ a b Velocci, Carli (July 14, 2015). "What a children's show can teach us about sex and healthy relationships". Polygon. Vox Media. Archived from the original on November 16, 2019. Retrieved May 4, 2020.
- ^ Opam, Kwame (February 1, 2017). "Steven Universe is a defining example of artistic resistance in our time". The Verge. Vox Media. Archived from the original on December 21, 2019. Retrieved April 19, 2020.
- ^ Andy Towle. Andy Towle. Archivedfrom the original on November 16, 2018. Retrieved May 4, 2020.
- ^ a b Warner, Meredith (May 14, 2015). "Steven Universe Guidebook Spills The Secrets Of The Crystal Gems". Gizmodo. G/O Media. Archived from the original on March 27, 2020. Retrieved April 15, 2020.
- ^ Jones-Quartey, Ian [@ianjq] (March 19, 2015). "Stevonnie is an experience" (Tweet). Archived from the original on August 26, 2019. Retrieved May 4, 2020 – via Twitter.
- ^ Burnett, Matt [@mcburnett] (July 13, 2015). "Stevonnie uses them/they" (Tweet). Archived from the original on July 13, 2015. Retrieved May 4, 2020 – via Twitter.
- ^ Payton, Naith (July 17, 2015). "Comment: Lots of children's programmes already have LGBT characters". PinkNews. PinkNews Media Group Ltd. Archived from the original on February 14, 2020. Retrieved May 4, 2020.
- ^ a b Ewart, Asia (July 10, 2015). "Four cartoons that are leading the way in LGBT visibility". Metro. Schneps Media. Archived from the original on July 4, 2016. Retrieved April 11, 2020.
- ^ Ermac, Raffy (June 26, 2019). "Cartoon Network Confirmed This Steven Universe Character Is Intersex". pride.com. Here Media. Archived from the original on July 23, 2019. Retrieved May 4, 2020.
- ^ Gittelman, Maya (February 5, 2018). "What We Found With Stevonnie on That Jungle Moon". The Dot and Line. Archived from the original on May 5, 2020. Retrieved May 4, 2020.
- ^ Kelley, Shamus (January 1, 2019). "Steven Universe Season 5 Episode 27 Review: Together Alone". Den of Geek. Archived from the original on March 25, 2020. Retrieved May 4, 2020.
- ^ Lee, Julia (January 7, 2019). "Steven Universe's latest episode will finally debut the song 'Escapism'". Polygon. Archived from the original on May 30, 2019. Retrieved May 4, 2020.
- ^ Haberstock, Isabella (February 23, 2019). "Steven Universe: Season 5 Recap & Review". The Nerd Daily. Archived from the original on May 5, 2020. Retrieved May 4, 2020.
- ^ Schnenkel, Katie (March 24, 2017). "Good Thing: Learning With Stevonnie In The 'Steven Universe' Comic". ComicsAlliance. Archived from the original on February 27, 2019. Retrieved May 4, 2020.
- ^ "Steven Universe: Save the Light". PlayStation. Sony Interactive Entertainment. March 29, 2019. Archived from the original on March 29, 2019. Retrieved May 4, 2020.
- ^ Blue Mammoth (December 4, 2019). "Steven Universe: Save the Light". Brawlhalla. Ubisoft. Archived from the original on January 9, 2020. Retrieved May 4, 2020.
- ^ Zackary, Brandon (March 30, 2020). "Steven Universe's Finale Confirms One Fan-Favorite Couple as Canon". CBR. Archived from the original on March 31, 2020.
- ^ Milligan, Mercedes (December 14, 2020). "NBJC & CN Launch Gender Identity Comic to Celebrate Diversity". Animation Magazine. Archived from the original on December 14, 2020. Retrieved December 15, 2020.
- ^ Christina, Greta (July 30, 2016). "5 Amazing Love Scenes Where Pop Culture Got Consent Exactly Right". AlterNet. Independent Media Institute. Archived from the original on June 18, 2018. Retrieved May 4, 2020.
- ^ Kaiser, Vrai (August 26, 2016). "Steven Universe Recap: Mindful Education". Dan Abrams#The Mary Sue. Abrams Media. Archived from the original on January 16, 2020. Retrieved May 4, 2020.
- ^ Rude, Mey Valdivia (March 13, 2015). ""Steven Universe" and the Importance of All-Ages Queer Representation". Autostraddle. The Excitant Group LLC. Archived from the original on April 8, 2020. Retrieved April 11, 2020.
- Paper Magazine. Archivedfrom the original on August 9, 2020. Retrieved August 10, 2020.
External links
- Stevonnie on IMDb
- Steven Universe’s Stevonnie Is Bringing Non-Binary Representation to TV in a Brand New Way, article by Mey Rude on Autostraddle
- A Sentient Gemstone from Outer Space Is the Only Time I See Myself on TV, article by Tiffany Stevens on TV Guide
- Breaking the binary: How 'Steven Universe' empowered me to claim my they/them pronouns Archived May 21, 2020, at the Wayback Machine, article by Athena Schwartz on the GLAAD website
- Steven Universe Is the Queerest Animated Show on TV, article by J.B. Brammer in Vulture