Attitude Quote by Brian Michael Smith

There's an expectation of producers and writers and directors perhaps, that trans people only want to play trans.

— Rebecca Root

When we get to a point when trans folks are included in the creative process, the narrative will be much more authentic. Trans actors…

— Trace Lysette

If people want to see more representation of trans people you just have to look around, because with the explosion of digital creation, lots…

— Brian Michael Smith

The number of trans people coming through is phenomenal. So that the talent is there. There are people there. Casting directors and producers just…

— Rebecca Root

I think accurately presenting a trans character means not presenting them as perfect - I think there's been a pressure to do this with…

— Nicole Maines

When we have trans actors play trans characters, people can look onscreen and say, 'OK, this is what trans is.'

— Nicole Maines

I think that it's important to say that trans people exist, and we are valid, whether we choose to transition or not. It's really…

— Asia Kate Dillon

So often, trans roles don't even go to trans actors. Most of the fabulous trans roles that have won people Oscars, we didn't get…

— Laverne Cox

I'm always skeptical about representations of trans people, especially when trans people are not making the work.

— Laverne Cox

More than anything, I want fans to take away an understanding of trans people that we can be anybody.

— Nicole Maines

If someone writes a stereotyped trans character, it's really harmful on a macro level in solidifying public perception of trans people because we're such…

— Patti Harrison

I happen to believe that trans people are anointed, and because of our experiences and the unique way we see the world, we can…

— Trace Lysette