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- October 24, 2015
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Incredibly handsome trans men who are role models in the LGBT community.
Do you ever feel like you should have been born someone else? If you were that person, you would probably be more self assured, walk confidently and talk confidently. More importantly, you would be happy with who you are. For some, they’ve felt that way all along and have decided to do something about it.
In what ways has Aydian Dowling become an advocate for transgender health and wellness?
In a world where gender identity has become a more openly discussed topic, transgender individuals are gaining more visibility and understanding. While it may be surprising to some, there are many individuals who were assigned female at birth, but later transitioned to male. Here are ten stories of individuals who were born female, but have since transitioned to male.
1. Chaz Bono. The son of famed musicians Sonny and Cher, Chaz made headlines in 2008 when he announced his gender transition. Since then, he has become an advocate for transgender rights and has even documented his transition in a book and film.
2. Thomas Beatie. Known as “the pregnant man,” Thomas made international headlines in 2008 when he gave birth to his first child. He was legally male at the time and had undergone hormone therapy, but had not yet had sex reassignment surgery.
3. Buck Angel. A prominent adult film actor and LGBTQ activist, Buck Angel was assigned female at birth but has since transitioned to male. He has been vocal about his struggles with addiction and mental health issues, and uses his platform to raise awareness and support for marginalized communities.
4. Aydian Dowling. A bodybuilder and vlogger, Aydian gained attention in 2015 when he appeared on the cover of Men’s Health as part of a contest to find the “Ultimate Men’s Health Guy.” He has since become an advocate for transgender health and wellness.
5. Loren Cameron. An award-winning photographer and author, Loren has written several books about his experiences as a transgender man. He is also known for his self-portrait photography.
6. Lucas Silveira. A musician and frontman of the band The Cliks, Lucas transitioned at the age of 19. He has since used his platform to speak out about issues such as mental health, substance abuse, and the importance of self-acceptance.
7. Ian Harvie. A stand-up comedian and LGBTQ activist, Ian has performed all over the world and has been featured on numerous TV shows and documentaries. He has been open about his struggles with addiction and depression, and has used his comedy to shed light on issues facing the transgender community.
8. Dr. James Barry. A 19th-century physician and surgeon, James Barry was known for his medical accomplishments and his volatile personality. It wasn’t until after his death that it was discovered that he had been assigned female at birth.
9. Balian Buschbaum. Born Yvonne Buschbaum, Balian was a successful pole vaulter before transitioning to male. He later retired from sports and became a personal coach, helping others to explore their own identities and find self-acceptance.
10. Michael Dillon. The first person to undergo a complete sex reassignment surgery, Michael Dillon was born in the early 1900s and lived a life full of adventure and achievement. He was a medical student, a Buddhist monk, and a writer, and his legacy continues to inspire and motivate others today.
These are just ten examples of individuals who were born female, but have since transitioned to male. Each of their stories is unique and serves to broaden our understanding of gender identity and the experiences of transgender individuals.
