Stars React To Elliot Page's Gender Identity News
Everyone, meet Elliot Page. The Oscar-nominated actor, formerly known as Ellen Page, shared a heartfelt message to his social media channels on Dec. 1, 2020 to let the world know he is transgender. "Hi friends, I want to share with you that I am trans, my pronouns are he/they and my name is Elliot. I feel lucky to be writing this. To be here. To have arrived at this place in my life," he shared in a lengthy note. While he acknowledged the "overwhelming gratitude" he felt, he also used the moment to talk about the violence and hate many transgender people receive every day. He added that he is "endlessly inspired" by the trans community and recognized the trans lives lost to violence in 2020.
"I love that I am trans. And I love that I am queer. And the more I hold myself close and fully embrace who I am, the more I dream, the more my heart grows and the more I thrive," the Juno actor said. "To all trans people who deal with harassment, self-loathing, abuse and the threat of violence every day: I see you, I love you and I will do everything I can to change this world for the better."
Page's statement was met with love, including a supportive post on Instagram from his wife, Emma Portner. However, the positive reinforcement didn't end there. Dozens of celebrities took to social media to react to Elliot Page's gender identity news.
Elliot Page has the support of many famous comrades
Elliot Page's discussion about his identity was met with plenty of support from his Hollywood cohorts. His social media was flooded with positive celebrity reactions from Miley Cyrus, Nikita Dragun, Alyssa Milano, Olivia Munn, and many more (per E! News).
Actor Anna Kendrick sent a particularly sweet response, writing, "Elliot Page's words here are so beautiful and so eloquent, and he is reminding me that we can all be brave and joyful, even when things are scary. And this year especially, that reminder is such a GIFT. Sending them love/praise/gratitude/well-wishes etc etc etc etc."
Indie pop band Tegan and Sara also joined in on the celebration, saying, "Profound love and admiration for you @TheElliotPage!! Your strength, bravery and activism — not to mention all the art you contribute to this earth — is truly special. Thank you for being so open about your journey and for fighting so hard to make the world a better place." Page's activism included traveling around the world to learn about gay culture in other countries for the documentary Gaycation. He has also frequently called out anti-gay politicians (per Teen Vogue).
Page came out as gay in 2014, and has been open about his journey to live his truth as he continues to make strides on behalf of the LGBTQ+ community.