Being Transgender in Hollywood

 
At left, from left, writer and executive producer Shadi Petosky, actor Alexandra Billings and GLAAD Director of Transgender Media Nick Adam. At right, actors Mya Taylor, left, and Scott Turner Schofield.

The SAG-AFTRA LGBT Committee and the EEO & Diversity department hosted Transgender Hollywood, a panel discussion at the Outfest Los Angeles film festival on July 18 at the Directors Guild of America. The panel included actors Alexandra Billings (Transparent), Scott Turner Schofield (Bold and the Beautiful), D’Lo (Sense8) and Mya Taylor (Tangerine), along with GLAAD Director of Transgender Media Nick Adams. It was moderated by writer and producer Shadi Petosky. The lively and funny conversation examined transgender representation in reality shows, news pieces, television shows and popular magazines. Topics included everything from how to find an agent, career longevity in the industry, trans-friendly production sets and the advantages and disadvantages of the current spotlight on transgender people.

This item was originally featured in the September 2015 local newsletter.