Among the presenters for the 2011 event was a 72-year-old man named Old Paris who was jailed 3 times in his life by the government for his homosexuality (under the "hooliganism" charge).
Old Paris presented the Special Contribution Award to sexologist and National People's Congress member Li Yinhe.
Another presenter at the 2011 ceremony was Lu Rong (also known as "Auntie Ou"), a 61-year-old retired worker who had recently obtained Internet access and became an acquaintance to gay men online.
[2] The People's Choice Award was for the story of the seven same-sex couples who entered an online contest sponsored by Alibaba, and won a destination wedding to Los Angeles, where they were married by West Hollywood mayor, Leslie Horvath.
His programs have enabled a better public understanding of LGBTI issues, and have contributed positively to the elimination of stigma and prejudice.