At least to me.
You may or may not be familiar with Mr. Beattie. He is currently a public speaker, author, and advocate of transgender and sexuality issues, with a focus on transgender fertility and reproductive rights.
However, Mr. Beattie first came into the limelight way back in 2008 when he became the first trans* man to become pregnant and carry to term the couples' first child, a daughter. Over the next 2 years, he would give birth to another 2 children, both boys. In 2010, Thomas Beattie he was named "Guiness Book of World Records - World's First Married Man to Give Birth". In 2012, Mr. Beattie and his wife, Nancy, would finally receive their final divorce decree after a long, hard and bittersweet court battle; setting legal precedence in Arizona for gender identity and marriages involving transgender partners. Also, 2012 is the year he would finalize his transition by having 'lower surgery'. Four years later (2016), he would remarry; this time to his children's preschool director, Amber. While not all think he is notable, I do. I find him a point of pride and admiration, If not simply for holding his ground and protecting his human right to create his family as he and his spouse saw fit, but to also live his life as he deserves it to be. Congratulations, Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Beattie! May you be blessed with many, many wonderful years together!
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 When your done reading about him, give the movie MILK with Sean Penn a look. I think it is a great tribute to man making a difference while supporting and bringing up, others around him. At least to me.Before You Scroll Down... |
#10Caitlin Jenner |  |
We all know her story and the controversy around her. Star athlete, Olympic decathlete, actor/reality star until September of 2015 when she finalized her transition. She has been called, "The Most Famous Openly Transgender Woman in the World". (Though I must say, I believe 'her' desire to remain in the limelight when 'he' was becoming a fading star may have been a playing note in the symphony. Even with knowing it is not my place to put judgment on anyone's transition, I still can't help to feel it was rather shady on the underside. Again, only my opinion.)
Though I do not agree with her politics, her near uneducated rants nor her overly sensationalized ways of being, I do respect her for seeking out her happiness and taking control of her life.
I watch her now since her transition and keep my fingers crossed she will look past her financial privilege and remember there are more sisters and brothers out there who do not have the luxury of hiding behinds stardom or mountains of fiscal barricades.
On a scale of 1-10...her strength feels an 8, but her superficiality that is shown on tv knocks it to a 3.
Though I do not agree with her politics, her near uneducated rants nor her overly sensationalized ways of being, I do respect her for seeking out her happiness and taking control of her life.
I watch her now since her transition and keep my fingers crossed she will look past her financial privilege and remember there are more sisters and brothers out there who do not have the luxury of hiding behinds stardom or mountains of fiscal barricades.
On a scale of 1-10...her strength feels an 8, but her superficiality that is shown on tv knocks it to a 3.
#9Loren CameronPhotographer, Author, Transsexual activist |  |
His work includes portrait and self-portrait consisting mainly of clothed and/or nude lesbian and transsexual forms and aims to "demystify the transsexual body for non-transgendered viewers".
When he first began displaying his art The Advocate called his work deserving of "high praise not only for compelling quality of his black-and-white images but for their sensitivity as well."
Beginning in 1993, Mr. Cameron found an interest in photography. Though his skills were rudimentary he began photographing his trans* community. However, his talent and eye made noise in the art world. Within 2 years he was presenting solo shows in multiple cities.
First published in 1996, his work "Body Alchemy: Transsexual Portraits" was received with great acclaim. The book even won 2 (of the 3) Lambda Literary Awards it had been considered; Small Press and Transgender (Photography/Visual Arts being the third).
When he first began displaying his art The Advocate called his work deserving of "high praise not only for compelling quality of his black-and-white images but for their sensitivity as well."
Beginning in 1993, Mr. Cameron found an interest in photography. Though his skills were rudimentary he began photographing his trans* community. However, his talent and eye made noise in the art world. Within 2 years he was presenting solo shows in multiple cities.
First published in 1996, his work "Body Alchemy: Transsexual Portraits" was received with great acclaim. The book even won 2 (of the 3) Lambda Literary Awards it had been considered; Small Press and Transgender (Photography/Visual Arts being the third).
At least to me.
Buck Angel is the stage name of Jake Miller, an human rights activist/motivational speaker/innovator/producer/etc who transitioned nearly 20 years ago (at 28 years old, courtesy of an enlightened therapist) after suffering through years of bullying, drug and alcohol abuse and (thankfully) failed suicide attempts. He went on to found Buck Angel Entertainment and produced his own line of adult films and further became the first transman to star in all-male adult film, Cirque Noir. Then became a co-star in the first filmed transman with transwoman sex scene. In 2007, he was the first, and only, transman to receive the AVN's Transexual Performer of the Year.
His work in pornography opened the door to education and advocacy.
He is the self-proclaimed "Tranpa" of the transgender community, though not all who know of him are fans he is still a formidable presence among trangender people, allies, and those who wish to be educated.
I must admit I am a bit bias when it comes to Buck Angel. He was the first transgender man I was drawn to (though he identifies as a man and not transgender). His advocacy and passion were the strongest draws for me. To hear a man, not just any man but one who has already been down the path I am walking, speak so passionately and honestly about something I feel so dearly about (though I didn't truly realize what I felt until I was ready to face it). Buck Angel helped me accept my truth and through listening to his speeches, talks, podcasts and morning online sessions.
Whether you like him or not, know this, I hold him as my Transpa and no matter your views I will respect your opinion, but you must respect mine. If you can't, well, fuck off and educate yourself.
On a scale of 1-10...hard 8. (I told you, I'm bias. Love me some Tranpa!!)
His work in pornography opened the door to education and advocacy.
He is the self-proclaimed "Tranpa" of the transgender community, though not all who know of him are fans he is still a formidable presence among trangender people, allies, and those who wish to be educated.
I must admit I am a bit bias when it comes to Buck Angel. He was the first transgender man I was drawn to (though he identifies as a man and not transgender). His advocacy and passion were the strongest draws for me. To hear a man, not just any man but one who has already been down the path I am walking, speak so passionately and honestly about something I feel so dearly about (though I didn't truly realize what I felt until I was ready to face it). Buck Angel helped me accept my truth and through listening to his speeches, talks, podcasts and morning online sessions.
Whether you like him or not, know this, I hold him as my Transpa and no matter your views I will respect your opinion, but you must respect mine. If you can't, well, fuck off and educate yourself.
On a scale of 1-10...hard 8. (I told you, I'm bias. Love me some Tranpa!!)
At least to me.
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Ray SallansPublic speaker, LGBT rights advocate, trainer, author |
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Mr. Sallans is a "renowned transgender speaker and author specializing in health care, campus inclusion and workplace issues impacting the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer/Questioning (LGBTQ) community."
You can see his biography here and his resume here.
You can see his biography here and his resume here.
At least to me!
#6Ian Harvie"The 1st transgender comedian." |
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I actually came across this gentleman not too long ago. I was watching a Buck Angel video ("Sexing the Transman") and Mr. Harvie shared some of his personal experiences. I also found him quite amusing so this charged me up to find out more about him. Here's a few bulletpoints...
* New England born and raised (Maine, 1968)
* Came out to his parents twice (once to admit liking girls and then next to add on he's a man) - check out his website (here).
* A short time (4 yrs +/-) after beginning his comedy career he moved to LA. By the end of the year, he became the opening act for Margaret Cho (here). Soon to be followed by headlining his own comedy tour.
* Thus began his career as an actor, on shows suck as Young & Hungry, Mistresses and Transparent.
* This past summer he returned to theater in an off Broadway production of "Log Cabin"
* Came out to his parents twice (once to admit liking girls and then next to add on he's a man) - check out his website (here).
* A short time (4 yrs +/-) after beginning his comedy career he moved to LA. By the end of the year, he became the opening act for Margaret Cho (here). Soon to be followed by headlining his own comedy tour.
* Thus began his career as an actor, on shows suck as Young & Hungry, Mistresses and Transparent.
* This past summer he returned to theater in an off Broadway production of "Log Cabin"
At least to me.
#5Sylvia Rivera1951 - 2002 |  |
"We have to be visible. We should not be ashamed of who we are. We have to show the world we are numerous. There are many of us out there."
After being orphaned by her mother's suicide, she was raised by her grandmother until age 10 when she ran away from her grandmother's disapproval at her femininity and use of makeup. Living on the streets, she found a local community of drag queens who gave her her name.
Being friends with Marsha P. Johnson (see previous blog post), she also aligned with identfying as a drag queen, civil rights activism, the antiwar movement (Vietnam), the second wave feminism movement, gay liberation and transgender activism. She was a founding member of GLF (Gay Liberation Front) and Gay Activists Alliance, while co-founding STAR (Street Transvestite Activism Revolutionaries), and organization dedicated to helping homeless young drag queens and trans women of color.
She also fought for the Sexual Orientation Non-Discrimination Action (NY), which prohibits discrimination on sexual orientation in emplyment, housing, public accommodation, education, credit and the exercise of civil rights.
The "Syliva Rivera Law Project" is dedicated "to guarantee that all people are free to self-determine gender identity and expresssion, regardless of income or race, and without facing harassment, discrimination or violence."
Being friends with Marsha P. Johnson (see previous blog post), she also aligned with identfying as a drag queen, civil rights activism, the antiwar movement (Vietnam), the second wave feminism movement, gay liberation and transgender activism. She was a founding member of GLF (Gay Liberation Front) and Gay Activists Alliance, while co-founding STAR (Street Transvestite Activism Revolutionaries), and organization dedicated to helping homeless young drag queens and trans women of color.
She also fought for the Sexual Orientation Non-Discrimination Action (NY), which prohibits discrimination on sexual orientation in emplyment, housing, public accommodation, education, credit and the exercise of civil rights.
The "Syliva Rivera Law Project" is dedicated "to guarantee that all people are free to self-determine gender identity and expresssion, regardless of income or race, and without facing harassment, discrimination or violence."
At least to me.
#4Marsha P. Johnson1945 - 1992 |  |
Marsha "Pay It No Mind" Johnson.
A gay liberation activist, model (click here), gay rigts advocate, drag performer (self proclaimed "drag queen"), mental illness warrior, original member of Gay LIberation Front (GLF), founding member of STAR (Street Transvestite Action Revolutionaries), a central figure in the Stonewall Inn riots and lovingly called the "Mayor of Christopher Street".
In the Summer of 1992, her body was found on the shore of the Hudson River. The police (with little investigation) dubbeed her death a suicide; her family and friends were not convinced, but no other informaiton has been brought forward to date.
Netflix is running a movie of her life (at least, for now) called, "The Death and LIfe of Marsha P. Johnson."
A gay liberation activist, model (click here), gay rigts advocate, drag performer (self proclaimed "drag queen"), mental illness warrior, original member of Gay LIberation Front (GLF), founding member of STAR (Street Transvestite Action Revolutionaries), a central figure in the Stonewall Inn riots and lovingly called the "Mayor of Christopher Street".
In the Summer of 1992, her body was found on the shore of the Hudson River. The police (with little investigation) dubbeed her death a suicide; her family and friends were not convinced, but no other informaiton has been brought forward to date.
Netflix is running a movie of her life (at least, for now) called, "The Death and LIfe of Marsha P. Johnson."
At least to me.
The story behind this young lost life is heartbreaking while still empowering.
This life lost gave way to judicial precedence and luxury of life for many more to come. The true sorrow is the young men who not only took this life also took others that same fated night, but sit in a state paid box still breathing and enjoying what little plesures they may create for themselves.
Though one man is on death row the other will rot away learning and continuing on even in an incarcerated state. That luxury is not available to the others because of the selfish and insecure spirits of those criminials. May they live very, very, very long existences.
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This life lost gave way to judicial precedence and luxury of life for many more to come. The true sorrow is the young men who not only took this life also took others that same fated night, but sit in a state paid box still breathing and enjoying what little plesures they may create for themselves.
Though one man is on death row the other will rot away learning and continuing on even in an incarcerated state. That luxury is not available to the others because of the selfish and insecure spirits of those criminials. May they live very, very, very long existences.
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