ABC News: Cyndi Lauper honored with United Nations Human Rights award for LGBTQ+ advocacy

The legendary Cyndi Lauper was honored in Los Angeles Tuesday night for her enduring support of the LGBTQ+ community and her message of tolerance inspiring people to be true to themselves.

"This global award holds a special place for artists," Kesha said as she opened the High Note Global Prize Award ceremony.

"It is given to a remarkable person who uses their musical gifts to promote human rights and to speak truth to power," she added.

Laurent Sauveur and Kesha presented Cyndi Lauper with the first-ever High Note Global Prize on Dec. 10, 2019 (UN Human Rights Day) in Los Angeles.

Even music icon Cher, who was not able to attend in person, sent Lauper a message of congrats saying, "I know you and I love you."

Lauper is the first recipient of the inaugural award from The High Note Global Initiative, which is a global partner with United Nations Human Rights.

Lauper’s award will go on display at the Grammy Museum.