Elliot Page is opening up about transphobia in the City of Angels. The Umbrella Academy actor sat down with the Los Angeles Times Sunday to promote his new book, Pageboy: A Memoir, which is out Tuesday, and got real about the different position he’s in as a famous trans man than many other trans individuals around the world. Related: Some ‘Famous A**hole’ Told Elliot Being Gay ‘Doesn’t Exist’ As you may know, many states across the US have been attempting to establish anti-trans bills, which severely limits the access to gender-affirming care and overall representation, which is why Elliot, who came out as trans in 2020 and has largely been met with support and celebration, feels his situation is so “rare.” He explained: But, with all the “privilege,” the Juno actor has still found himself the subject of transphobia.
In an excerpt from his highly anticipated memoir, the 36-year-old recalled that just last year while he was visiting Los Angeles, he stood on the corner of Sunset and La Cienega as he approached the Pink Dot convenience store.
At the same time, a stranger approached, and began spouting terrifying slurs at the Inception actor: WTF. What kind of sicko seriously goes out of their way to try and harm and verbally assault someone else for just walking down the street??
Elliot added that he was rightfully nervous, and began making a beeline for the small store, where employees were quick to help him inside.
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