King, the first transgender woman to compete on “America’s Next Top Model,” has been making inroads since her groundbreaking appearance on the show, most recently appearing in an episode of HBO’s “Equal.” But despite her celebrity, Cox has continued to deal with harassment over her identity: She revealed in November 2020 that she and a friend were the targets of an attack she believed was transphobic while they were walking in LA’s Griffith Park. I can’t begin to express how remarkable it feels to finally love who I am enough to pursue my authentic self.” Laverne Cox Laverne Cox Getty Images for dcpĬox quickly became one of the most visible trans actresses with the rise of “Orange Is the New Black,” on which she had a starring role.
I feel overwhelming gratitude for the incredible people who have supported me along this journey. To have arrived at this place in my life. “I feel lucky to be writing this,” he wrote on social media. “Umbrella Academy” star Page came out as transgender on Dec.
Here are 28 inspiring transgender celebrities who have broken barriers for themselves and others. Transgender visibility has reached new heights in Hollywood and beyond.
