I have always been aware that I can never represent all trans people. No one or two or three trans people can. This is why we need diverse media representations of trans folks to multiply trans narratives in the media and depict our beautiful diversities.

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

Whether you're transgender or not, most of us get to a point in our lives where we can no longer lie to ourselves.

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

Being a black transgender woman in America is really hard. It's been really hard for me. But for me living a lie was much worse. I need to be in my truth. And I've been very, very lucky that I've been able to live my dreams and I believe everyone should have the right to live their dreams. This is America. We're supposed to all have that right.

When I was perceived as a black man I became a threat to public safety. When I was dressed as myself, it was my safety that was threatened.

Who you are authentically is alright.