Learn More About Transgender Icons From Throughout History

Published on November 16, 2022
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Alexis Arquette

Alexis Arquette was an actress and activist who was part of the Arquette family, her siblings include David, Patricia, and Rosanna Arquette. She appeared in several films like Pulp Fiction, Bride of Chucky and The Wedding Singer. She also appeared on an episode of Friends. She documented her experience of transitioning on the documentary film Alexis Arquette: She’s My Brother. She passed away in 2016 from complications of HIV.

Alexis Arquette

Alexis Arquette

Trace Lysette

Trace Lysette first became known when she appeared on the Amazon original series Transparent after she publicly came out. She has appeared in music videos for The Sins, Maroon 5, and Cher, and is an active advocate for LGBTQ+ rights. She starred in the 2019 film Hustlers and the documentary Disclosure.

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Trace Lysette

Trace Lysette