Erika Ervin

trans- ervinThis woman is one of the tallest models in the world, measuring an astonishing 6 foot 8 inches. Erika Ervin underwent reassignment surgery in the year 2004 and decided to change her name from William to Erika. In the end, everything worked out for her perfectly and she is now living a very happy life as a model, fitness trainer and actress. She has also appeared in some of the world’s most famous magazines.

Jackie Curtis

trans- curtisOriginally born as a man named John Curtis Holder Jr., Jackie Curtis underwent reassignment surgery and was an American actress, writer, and singer. Known for her ripped dress, red lipstick and red hair look, this woman sadly died of a drug overdose at a very young age of 38. It was because of her performances that she was named ‘Warhol Superstar’.

Jamie Clayton

trans-jamieShe is one very bold transgender woman famous for portraying the role of a hacker in the famous Netflix series Sense8. Born in America, this woman has been very active when it comes to raising voice for transgender issues. it was because of her sincere efforts that she was honored by the Out magazine.

Hari Nef

trans-neffHari Nef, an American actress, model, and writer is known for featuring in a tv commercial with L’Oreal with Blake lively and Lara Stone. Along with being an avid speaker in matters related to the transgender community, she is also the first transgender model to sign a deal with IMG. From then on she never looked back and went on to walk in the New York Fashion Week.

Valentijn De Hingh

trans-valentijnCurrently, a very famous Dutch model, Valentijn De Hingh started her career by working in a television show when she was aged just 8. She worked in it till she turned 17, and it was then she decided to undergo reassignment surgery. A documentary was also made which described the struggles she faced and the reasons which led her to make the decision of changing her gender.

Lili Elbe

trans- elbeThis transgender woman even has a famous movie on her life named The Danish Girl which was released in the year 2000 and was directed by David Ebershoff. She is the inspiration for the transgender community as she was the first one to undergo a reassignment surgery and proved that everybody had the right to do whatever they want regardless of the fact how society perceives it.