But these days, more and more public figures are speaking out about their experiences with gender identity. Some celebrities, like Chaz Bono and Caitlyn Jenner, have transitioned in a very public forum. Here are 15 actors, singers, athletes, and musicians that you may not have necessarily known were transgender. In the late s and early s, Charice Pempengco became a bit of a sensation.

Transgender celebs you need to know



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Celebrities You Probably Didn’t Know Were Transgender
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Getting the last laugh! Wendy Williams "gets" why some people think she's actually a man. The topic came up when the year-old was asked about transgender Orange Is the New Black star Laverne Cox who just became the first transgender person to be nominated for an Emmy , but Williams instead opted to address her own rumor mill. The opinionated host went on to say she understands why some might think that, though. I've got a strong face, a strong body, I'm 5'