To come out as transgender can be one of the most vulnerable, emotional, and life-changing experiences for a child. But to do that as a celebrity child with millions of strangers watching and weighing in can be all the more complex.

Plenty of celebrity parents have proven that they are fierce champions for their trans kids. However, others have stayed silent or even condemned their trans child’s decision.

“Fame can make it exponentially harder for a parent to prioritize their child's emotional needs,” celebrity life coach Dr. Patrick Wanis told Bored Panda.

“The ‘public image’ is not a superficial concern; for a celebrity, it is their currency, their legacy, and their livelihood,” he said. “The instinct to protect that image can conflict with the need for unconditional love and support.

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