Buck Angel
Introducing Buck Angel, a true trailblazer and a name that resonates across the globe. As the visionary founder of the renowned Buck Angel company, renowned for its groundbreaking adult films and merchandise, he stands as an iconic figure in the transgender community. Widely regarded as one of the most prominent transgender men in the world, Angel has dedicated himself to championing LGBTQ+ rights.
He became an influential advocate for the community. His journey is nothing short of extraordinary, as he stands among the pioneers of transitioning through hormone therapy. Undertaking his transition at the age of 28, during a time when research in this field was scarce, Angel embarked on a profound and intricate path of self-discovery.
Jahna Steele
Jahna Steele, originally a captivating Vegas showgirl, skyrocketed to fame after being crowned the coveted title of "Sexiest Showgirl on The Strip in 1991," a testament to her mesmerizing presence and undeniable talent. This accolade served as a stepping stone, leading her to be named "Las Vegas Entertainer of the Year" and "Most Beautiful Showgirl" in 1993, solidifying her status as a true luminary.
Expanding her horizons, Jahna delved into the realms of film and television, captivating audiences as she hosted numerous transgender beauty pageants. Her vibrant spirit graced the silver screen in the poignant documentary "Trantasia," further showcasing her magnetic charm. Unfortunately, the world mourned the tragic loss of Jahna Steele in 2008, as she succumbed to the struggles of substance abuse.
Dorce Gamalama
Dorce Gamalama, who hails from Indonesia, was a transgender pop singer, actress, and TV personality. Gamalama lost her parents at a young age and was actually raised by her grandmother. Surely enough, it was her grandmother that introduced her to music and art.
Years later, the young performer joined the entertainment group the Bambang Brothers; it was there that she began to reveal her female identity. Aside from the spotlight, Gamalama has also dedicated a large part of her life to helping young orphans and caring for thousands of kids. Sadly, in 2022, at the age of 58, Gamalama passed away.
Angel Qinan
Known for work on shows such as "Starlet Diner," "Act Like a Woman," and "Strut," Angel Qinan has been a prominent star in the trans and LGBTQ world over the last few years. In fact, Quinan's sister is also trans! And they have leveraged the fact they're siblings, having famously teamed up on projects together.
According to Qinan's autobiography, she claims to be the first trans model to have walked on the Sacramento Fashion week runway. Since then, she has appeared on countless fashion runways, including New York Fashion Week, Cabin by Stevie Boi, 3D Designs by Alexis Walsh, and Game Over by Nga Wun Mok Oxford Fashion Studio.
Peppermint
Known also as Miss Peppermint, this actress, singer, and TV personality got her start on the stage as a New York drag performer. Remember her from the ninth season of "RuPaul’s Drag Race?" It didn't take too long before Peppermint moved on to star as Pythio in the musical "Head Over Heels."
This role has made Peppermint a real history-maker. She became the first transgender woman to star in a Broadway role. Peppermint was already performing as a young child in the Opera Delaware Children’s Theatre and the Brandywine Community Theatre. She then naturally pursued a degree and studied musical theatre.