Why is Elliot Page trending?
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Actor Elliot Page expressed his gratitude to his followers after sharing that he identifies as non-binary and transgender.
From the bottom of my heart, thank you.
Their love and support have been the greatest gift, ”Page wrote in a post Sunday.
Stay safe.
Be there for each other.
If you can, please support @transanta and @translifeline.
See you in 2021, Xoxo Elliot ».
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Page's "Juno" co-star Jennifer Garner commented, writing, "Great, great love to you, Elliot."
In a heartfelt post on social media earlier this month, the Oscar-nominated star said she uses the pronouns "he" and "they."
What is non-binary gender, as Elliot Page identifies himself?
«I feel lucky to be writing this.
To be here.
To have come to this place in my life, "he wrote.
“I feel overwhelming gratitude for the incredible people who have supported me throughout this journey.
I can't begin to express how extraordinary it feels to finally love who I am, enough to pursue my authentic self.
I have been infinitely inspired by so many in the trans community.
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Page's wife, Emma Portner, showed the displays of love and support online, writing: “I am so proud of @elliotpage.
Trans, queer and non-binary people are a gift to this world.
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