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  • Alex Consani Gets Candid With Laverne Cox, Sasha Colby, and More in Pride Month Interview

    Alex Consani Gets Candid With Laverne Cox, Sasha Colby, and More in Pride Month Interview

    Supermodel Alex Consani is closing out Pride Month with a powerful and playful bang. Them magazine just dropped the fourth and final cover of its Pride series, spotlighting the Gen Z icon as she takes questions from a star-studded panel of trailblazing trans voices. Dubbed “The Dolls,” this interview lineup includes Sasha Colby, Laverne Cox, Connie Fleming, Susan Stryker, Blizzy Mcguire, Ceyenne Doroshow, and Martine Gutierrez, and nothing is off the table.

    From zombie apocalypse survival plans to systemic inequality, Consani is serving honesty, humor, and heart.

    A Cover Story That Celebrates Community

    Consani’s feature is part of Them’s month-long Pride celebration, which also includes covers starring Bella Ramsey, Tramell Tillman, and Alan Cumming, as well as an in-person WorldPride DC event with drag legend Sasha Colby.

    In addition to its cover stories, the publication launched “Them Superlatives,” a cheeky high school yearbook-inspired tribute to queer excellence, with shoutouts from stars like Hayley Williams, Vico Ortiz, and even Ellie the Elephant.

    But Consani’s cover feels particularly meaningful, not just because of her meteoric rise in fashion, but because of her commitment to community and advocacy.

    Photo: Them
    Supermodel Alex Consani opens up to Laverne Cox, Sasha Colby, and other icons about trans rights, dating, fashion, and more in a powerful Pride Month feature.
    Photo: Them
    Supermodel Alex Consani opens up to Laverne Cox, Sasha Colby, and other icons about trans rights, dating, fashion, and more in a powerful Pride Month feature.
    Photo: Them

    On Trans Joy, Visibility, and the Fight Ahead

    When asked by activist Ceyenne Doroshow about how to uplift the trans community during an increasingly hostile political era, Consani didn’t hold back.

    “We are not politics. Our existence shouldn’t be political,” she said. “You don’t owe anybody shit. The only person you owe at the end of the day is yourself.”

    She went on to emphasize that community, self-love, and education are vital tools in the face of hate, adding that respectful curiosity from outside the community can be powerful, if done with care.

    “Ask the questions,” she said. “Because that could save a life.”

    The Future Is Dolls

    In a conversation with fashion icon Connie Fleming, Consani shared her vision for a more inclusive industry, one that celebrates the full spectrum of trans identities.

    “I think the future is dolls,” she said. “Not just white, thin, able-bodied versions of our community, but all of us. That’s what’s fashionable to me.”

    She described a recent runway moment, the show Mother, Daughter, Holy Spirit, as a moving example of how the trans community continues to create beauty and meaning in the face of adversity.

    Supermodel Alex Consani opens up to Laverne Cox, Sasha Colby, and other icons about trans rights, dating, fashion, and more in a powerful Pride Month feature.
    Photo: Them
    Supermodel Alex Consani opens up to Laverne Cox, Sasha Colby, and other icons about trans rights, dating, fashion, and more in a powerful Pride Month feature.
    Photo: Them

    What’s Next for Alex?

    While Sasha Colby asked what’s still on her bucket list, Consani revealed her ambitions beyond the catwalk.

    “There are a lot of important industries that trans women need to break into,” she said. “I want to work on accessibility, and yeah, maybe philanthropy, big word, I know.”

    As her star rises, she wants her impact to go deeper than runways and magazine covers.

    Zombies, Boys, and Real Talk

    The interview wasn’t all heavy topics. Internet personality Blizzy Mcguire wanted to know: What would Consani wear in a zombie apocalypse?

    “Girl, a gun and some camo pants,” she quipped. “But also an escape plan, because that’s what the girls really need.”

    When Laverne Cox got personal about dating as a trans woman in the spotlight, Consani kept it real.

    “I’ve been active. I’ve been having my fun,” she laughed, noting that being publicly trans often brings complicated and sometimes fetishizing attention. “You never know people’s intentions.”

    Still, she’s learning to embrace exploration and take up space on her own terms.

    A Powerful Close to Pride

    Consani’s conversation with historian Susan Stryker reflected on her Bay Area roots, highlighting the beauty of local activism in San Francisco despite its post-COVID transformation.

    “Seeing San Francisco show up for No Kings Day really touched me,” she said. “That’s my community, and they showed up.”

    It’s clear that for Consani, pride isn’t just a photoshoot, it’s a commitment to connection, courage, and continued conversation.

    And with The Dolls by her side, she’s making sure those conversations are as dazzling as they are vital.

  • 8 Groundbreaking and Heartwarming Moments from Trans and Non-Binary People Who Shaped the Past Year

    8 Groundbreaking and Heartwarming Moments from Trans and Non-Binary People Who Shaped the Past Year

    Trans Day of Visibility Highlights Resilience and Achievements

    Trans Day of Visibility, observed annually on March 31, provides an opportunity for the LGBTQ+ community to celebrate and honor trans and non-binary people worldwide. In a year marked by challenges, including anti-LGBTQ+ legislation in the U.S. and shifts in gender-affirming care policies in the UK, it is crucial to acknowledge both the struggles and the triumphs of the trans community.

    Nikki’s Olympic Achievement

    Non-binary athlete Nikki Hiltz competed in the 1500m final at the Paris 2024 Olympics, finishing seventh. Hiltz, a middle-distance runner who founded the Pride 5k charity race, used their platform to advocate against what they called “ignorance and hate” directed at trans athletes. The Pride 5k has raised over $172,000 for The Trevor Project since its inception in 2020.

    Hiltz, a middle-distance runner who founded the Pride 5k charity race, used their platform to advocate against what they called "ignorance and hate" directed at trans athletes.
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    “Anti-trans rhetoric is anti-woman,” Hiltz wrote in an Instagram post during the Olympics. “These people aren’t ‘protecting women’s sports’, they are enforcing rigid gender norms, and anyone who doesn’t fit perfectly into those norms is targeted and vilified.”

    Non-Binary Eurovision History

    Singer Nemo from Switzerland made Eurovision history in 2024 as the first non-binary winner of the competition. Nemo’s winning track, “The Code,” explores their journey of self-discovery and acceptance of their non-binary identity.

    Nemo winning Eurovision 2024. Photo: Shutterstock
    Nemo winning Eurovision 2024. Photo: Shutterstock

    In an interview with The Associated Press before the semi-final, Nemo expressed the beauty of being a non-binary artist on a major international stage. “Knowing they like a song where I am unconditionally myself, and I talk about the journey of finding myself and being non-binary, and knowing that it touches them… [is] really beautiful,” Nemo said.

    Sarah McBride Makes Waves in Congress

    Delaware Democrat Sarah McBride became the first openly transgender member of Congress in January, following the U.S. election. McBride, 34, made history as the first trans person to be sworn into the U.S. House of Representatives and has been a vocal advocate for trans rights.

    Sarah McBride sitting down with CBS News Sunday Morning.
    Sarah McBride sitting down with CBS News Sunday Morning. Photo: CBS

    “The Republican party is obsessed with culture war issues,” McBride said in March, criticizing right-wing politicians pushing anti-LGBTQ+ legislation. “The American people deserve serious legislators [and] serious elected officials who are focused on bringing people together to deliver real results for the American people.”

    Alex Consani Breaks Boundaries in Fashion

    Model Alex Consani made fashion history in December by becoming the first openly transgender woman to win Model of the Year at the 2024 Fashion Awards. Consani, 21, had previously broken barriers by becoming one of the first two openly trans models to walk the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show. She has also appeared in a Charli XCX music video and walked for designers including Hugo Boss, Burberry, and Chloé.

    Alex Consani Poses on Instagram
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    In her acceptance speech, Consani acknowledged “those who came before me, specifically the Black trans women who really fought for the space I’m in today – Dominique Jackson, Connie Fleming, Aaron Rose Phillips and countless more who fought for the space that allowed me to flourish today.”

    Literary Success with Dylan Mulvaney

    Influencer Dylan Mulvaney achieved success with the release of her debut book, “Paper Doll: Notes from a Late Bloomer,” in March. The book, which explores her first year of transitioning, became a New York Times bestseller. “They hate to see a trans woman winning,” Mulvaney joked on Instagram after making the bestseller list. “The dolls, we stay winning.”

     

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    Advocacy Against Transphobia

    Amidst rising anti-LGBTQ+ and anti-trans sentiment, trans and non-binary celebrities and activists used their platforms to advocate for the community.

    “As trans people our identities have been criminalized, and we found ways to have community, to have joy, and to be ourselves,” Laverne Cox said in an interview discussing political challenges. Elliot Page added, “We are at a time in history where the rights of LGBTQ+ people are being revoked, restricted and eliminated throughout the world, and the effects are devastating.”

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    Ahead of the highly anticipated premiere of Clean Slate on February 6th on Prime Video, we sat down with @Laverne Cox for an insightful conversation about her new show and the broader cultural moment. In our discussion, Cox reflected on what has been a particularly difficult month for the LGBTQ+ community, offering her perspective in the wake of former President Trump’s recent executive order—a move that has sparked concern and uncertainty. #lgbt #trans #usa #lavernecox #donaldtrump

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    Representation in Entertainment

    Trans and non-binary actors continued to increase representation in television and film. While representation remains limited, with trans characters accounting for only 5% of characters in TV and film from 2023 to 2024, their presence is considered crucial. Laverne Cox starred in “Clean Slate,” portraying a trans New Yorker, and trans actor Mary Malone received praise for her role in the Netflix thriller “Missing You.”

    Mary Malone in the Netflix series 'Missing You.'
    Mary Malone in the Netflix series ‘Missing You.’ Photo: Netflix

    The Very Mindful, Very Demure Jools Lebron

    A TikTok by trans influencer Jools Lebron became a viral sensation, with her “demure” meme gaining significant attention. The word “demure” was even named a “word of the year” by a dictionary. Lebron stated on TikTok that the success of the audio clip enabled her to fund her transition. “One day, I was playing cashier and making videos on my break, and now I’m flying across countries to host events, and I’m gonna be able to finance the rest of my transition,” she said.

    @joolieannie

    #fyp #demure

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