Seeing a black transgender woman embracing and loving everything about herself might be inspiring to some other folks.

Who you are authentically is alright.

I believe if we have something that we love to do, that can save our lives. That can get us through.

Beyoncé means so much to me. Throughout my transition, Beyoncé has been there as a style icon, an example of excellence, of beauty, of vulnerability. She's shared so much of herself, and it's inspiring.

I've been realizing lately how horribly vain I am. I do believe that if I'm successful, it's because of my talent and intelligence, but there's pretty privilege in the world - that's a reality. When I was a kid, in middle school, I started going to thrift stores and dressing myself. It was about announcing to the world who I was. That's what fashion was for me, as a kid. You might have an idea of who you think I am, but I'm going to tell you through my fashion choices who I am.

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

You need names to get the movie made.