Articles LGBTQ+ News Life Natasha Reddington-Romanov News Trans Issues Trans news

Natasha Reddington-Romanov: Tributes paid to trans “icon of Soho”

Tributes have poured in following the tragic death of ‘Soho icon’ Natasha Reddington-Romanov. Natasha, 55, was last seen in Central London around 2am on 20 September. Her subsequent disappearance was described as “very out of character”, with her close friend Tracy Kawalik telling The Standard that “the first thing that came to mind was that it could have been a hate crime” due to her trans identity. “She’s incredibly vivacious. She’s a tough cookie. Did someone go to rob her? Did she say the wrong thing to the wrong person?”…

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Articles Cancer screenings Culture LGBTQ+ News Life News Trans healthcare Trans news

Trans people in England are overlooked for important cancer screenings, says health experts

Health experts have revealed that trans patients in England are missing out on important cancer screenings. Over the last week, health professionals from all around the world gathered at the World Cancer Congress in Geneva, Switzerland, to learn about the latest “successful cancer prevention, diagnosis, treatment and care interventions.” In addition to the various sessions, the event also included information about the lack of cancer screenings for trans patients. According to a report from The Guardian, experts revealed that many trans women in England who haven’t changed their gender on their…

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Articles Bailey Anne Kennedy Culture LGBTQ+ News Life Miss Maryland USA News Television Trans news Trans Rights Trans Woman

Miss Maryland USA: Bailey Anne Kennedy makes history as first-ever trans winner

For the first time, a trans woman has won the Miss Maryland USA beauty pageant. Bailey Anne Kennedy, who hails from Montgomery County in Maryland, was crowned on 1 June by her predecessor, Savena Mushinge. Following her historic win, the model took to Instagram to express her excitement and gratitude for the groundbreaking achievement. “Maryland, my heart is still filled with #Pride and joy! Oftentimes, life caught us by a big surprise and we couldn’t help but to show it back to The Universe how grateful we are that sometimes…

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Amethyst Articles Coming Out Story Culture Drag Drag Race LGBTQ+ News LGBTQ+ Reality TV star Life News RuPaul's Drag Race Trans news

“I missed being this happy”: Drag Race star Amethyst comes out as trans

Drag Race season 15 star Amethyst has come out as a trans woman. On 6 July, the beloved talent revealed the exciting news in a heartfelt post on her Instagram. “I want to take a couple of minutes and open up to everyone about some things that have been going on in my personal life. The truth is, I’ve been struggling severely with my gender dysphoria more than ever in recent months,” she explained via handwritten journal entry. “It’s something that I’ve always concealed in the back of my mind,…

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Articles Coming Out Story Culture Drag Drag Race Drag Race France Kitty Space LGBTQ+ News LGBTQ+ TV Life News Trans news

“I’m so happy”: Drag Race France star Kitty Space comes out as trans

Drag Race France star Kitty Space has opened up about her gender identity.  The talented performer, who competed in the second season of the popular French series, revealed the exciting news in a heartfelt Instagram post. “My name is Kiara. I am so happy about my coming out trans. It was hard, hard to hide but today I want to live free, be happy being me,” she wrote. “What I am deep inside: a woman living in hiding being unhappy? Where to live free and fulfilled? This question has been…

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Adore Delano All Stars Articles Culture Drag Drag Race LGBTQ+ News LGBTQ+ TV News Television Trans Lives Matter Trans news

Drag Race star Adore Delano shares heartwarming update after coming out as trans

Drag Race star Adore Delano has shared an update regarding her transition in a heartwarming post.  Back in July 2023, the beloved talent publically came out as a trans woman in an emotional video posted to her Instagram account.  “I wanted to let everybody know that I am transitioning and I kept it really, kind of hush-hush the first three months because I wanted to go through the beginning stages of the puberty privately,” she explained. “I’ve found that it’s been very enlightening and has made me probably the happiest…

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Articles Bel Priestley Culture Heartstopper LGBTQ+ actor LGBTQ+ News Life News Television TikTok Trans Actor Trans news Trans Rights

Heartstopper star Bel Priestley wants to be the “best role model” she can for trans youth

Bel Priestley has opened up about her coming out story with hopes of inspiring other trans youth.  Since 2019, the young trans talent has cultivated a passionate fanbase on social media due to her candid and lighthearted videos about her gender identity, beauty and fashion.  In August 2023, Priestley gained more recognition when she made her acting debut as Naomi on Netflix’s wholesome coming-of-age dramedy Heartstopper.  While her star continues to rise within the industry, it hasn’t always been the easiest ride for the emerging star.  In a recent op-ed…

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Articles Coming Out Story Culture Drag Drag Race News Farrah Moan LGBTQ+ News News RuPaul's Drag Race Trans news

“I feel so free”: Drag Race star Farrah Moan comes out as trans

Drag Race legend Farrah Moan has publicly come out as a transgender woman. The beloved talent shared the emotional news during a recent appearance on Maddy Morphisis’ podcast, Give It to Me Straight.  “In 2019, unbeknownst to my following, that’s when I made the decision to live my life as a woman,” she explained to the Drag Race season 14 star.  When asked if her transition had always been in the cards for her, the All Stars 4 contestant described it as a “forever coming.” “The times in my life where…

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Articles Bake Off Culture LGBTQ+ News Life News Sandi Toksvig Trans news Trans Rights

Bake Off’s Sandi Toksvig targeted by online trolls for supporting the trans community

Comedian and writer Sandi Toksvig has been targeted by online trolls after expressing her support for the trans community.  Throughout her decades-long career, the openly gay talent has consistently used her platform to fight for the LGBTQIA+ community and women’s rights.  From slamming the Church of England for not accepting same-sex marriages to co-founding the Women’s Equality Party in 2015, the former Great British Bake Off host has become a force to be reckoned with in the activism sphere.  In a recent interview with iNews, Toksvig continued to showcase her incredible…

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Articles coming out Culture Elliot Page Gender Identity LGBTQ+ actor Life News Trans news Transition Journey

Elliot Page says he “struggled” to function before transitioning: “I couldn’t see a future”

Umbrella Academy star Elliot Page has opened up about his struggles before transitioning in a new interview.  Back in 2020, the 36-year-old actor came out as trans in a heartfelt post on social media. “Hi friends, I want to share with you that I am trans, my pronouns are he/they and my name is Elliot. I feel lucky to be writing this. To be here. To have arrived at this place in my life,” he wrote. Since that day, Page has remained an open book regarding his coming out journey. In a…

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