‘I’m so saddened to see trans people feeling abandoned. I won’t be helping to marginalise trans women and men further...' These stars are trans allies
Some of the world's biggest stars are allies to the LGBTQIA+ community. And they can count many queer people as fans.
Supermodel Kendall Jenner has admitted she grew closer to her dad since he became Caitlyn Jenner, and many celebs have shown their support to those transitioning, from boycotting brands to backing campaigns.
These stars stand in solidarity with the trans community...
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Some of the world's biggest stars are allies to the LGBTQIA+ community. And they can count many queer people as fans. Supermodel Kendall Jenner has admitted she grew closer to her dad since he became Caitlyn Jenner, and many celebs have shown their support to those transitioning, from boycotting brands to backing campaigns. These stars stand in solidarity with the trans community...
Halsey
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Back in 2018, the ‘Without Me’ singer took a swipe at Victoria’s Secret after performing at the lingerie brand's annual show. Halsey criticised the company for the lack of inclusivity in regards to transgender models and plus-size women. Halsey slammed Victoria’s Secret’s Chief Marketing Officer, Ed Razek after he explained in an interview that he would never cast a plus-sized or transgender model for the show calling it a fantasy. Taking to Instagram, Halsey wrote: " have adored the Victoria’s Secret Fashion show since I was young. Performing this year alongside other amazing artists, and hardworking models/ friends was supposed to be the best night of my year. “However, after I filmed the performance, some comments were made regarding the show that I simply cannot ignore. “As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, I have no tolerance for lack of inclusivity. Especially not one motivated by stereotype…”
Gloria Steinem
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Gloria Steinem is one of the world’s most prominent feminist voices and has spent her life campaigning for civil rights and gender equality for women. In 2021, Steinem showed her solidarity with trans women by signing an open letter backing the community. Taking to Twitter, she wrote: "I think transwomen, and transpeople in general, show everyone that you can define what it means to be a man or woman on your own terms. A lot of what feminism is about is moving outside of roles and moving outside of expectations... to live a more authentic life."
Beyonce and Jay Z
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The superstar couple were honoured by GLAAD – the world’s largest Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer media advocacy organisation – for their support of the LGBTQIA+ community in 2019. Beyoncé said: “We are here to promote love for every human being. “Let’s tell them they are loved, tell them they are beautiful, speak out and protect them. And parents, let’s love our kids in their truest form.”
Kendall Jenner
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Kendall is the model daughter of Caitlyn Jenner - who previously lived as Olympic gold medallist Bruce Jenner - and she supported her father when he came out as trans in April 2015 to Diane Sawyer. Caitlyn, who underwent sex affirmation surgery in January 2017, said she had dealt with gender dysphoria since her youth. Kendall revealed that she and her father became closer after Caitlyn came out as trans. Kendall said: "When my dad came out as transgender, our relationship grew. "She could finally be honest with me. "We could talk about deep emotions she was feeling through that time."
Daniel Radcliffe
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He became globally famous aged 12 when he landed the role as Harry Potter in the wizarding franchise. Radcliffe, an advocate for the LGBTQ+ community, credited 'Harry Potter' creator Rowling for his success but made his opposition to her anti-trans views clear. He said: "While Jo is unquestionably responsible for the course my life has taken, as someone who has been honoured to work with and continues to contribute to The Trevor Project for the last decade, and just as a human being, I feel compelled to say something at this moment. “Transgender women are women. Any statement to the contrary erases the identity and dignity of transgender people and goes against all advice given by professional health care associations who have far more expertise on this subject matter than either Jo or I."
Emma Watson
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The UN Women Goodwill Ambassador - who played Hermione Granger in the ‘Harry Potter’ franchise alongside Daniel Radcliffe - took to Twitter in support of the trans community in the wake of Rowling's anti-trans stance. She said: "Trans people are who they say they are and deserve to live their lives without being constantly questioned or told they aren’t who they say they are. “I want my trans followers to know that I and so many other people around the world see you, respect you and love you for who you are."
Evanna Lynch
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Irish actress Evanna - who played Luna Lovegood in the wizarding franchise - was saddened to see trans fans abandoned by the 'Harry Potter' community and didn't want to marginalise them further in the wake of JK Rowling's position. She said: "I'm so saddened to see trans people feeling abandoned by the HP community. "Feeling like you don't fit in or aren't accepted for who you are are the worst, most lonely feelings a human can experience, and I won't be helping to marginalise trans women and men further. I applaud the immense bravery they show in embracing themselves and think we all should listen to their stories."
Prince William
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The Prince of Wales became the first royal to grace the cover of LGBTQ magazine Attitude in 2016. A year later, William was named Straight Ally of the Year at the 2017 British LGBT Awards. He said: "It's so important to be proud of the person you are. "In recent years, I've become passionate about what we can do to protect people from bullying, particularly online. I have encountered a number of tragic stories about LGBT young people who have sadly felt unable to cope with the abuse and discrimination they face in their lives. It is 2017, and nobody should be bullied for their sexuality, or for any other reason."
Miley Cyrus
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The ‘Hanna Montana’ star is an active advocate for the LGBTQIA+ community. A year before coming out as pansexual in 2015, Miley founded the Happy Hippie Foundation which aims to fight injustice in youth including LGBTQIA+ youth. Mission statement reads: Our mission is to rally young people to fight injustice facing homeless youth, LGBTQ youth and other vulnerable populations.”
Bella Hadid
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The fashion superstar extended her support to the trans community on Transgender Day of Visibility in 2021 by helping raise awareness about the anti-trans bill that was about to pass in Arkansas. The supermodel urged fans and followers to email the governor and put a stop to the passing of the bill. She said: "Taking a short interlude to talk about something very important Transgender Day of Visibility! Please read. Everyone needs to feel safe in this world ... There is no other option!!!!! To the Transgender community... You are important. You are loved. I stand with you and I love you!"
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