More than 400 actors and industry figures sign open letter backing trans rights

theguardian.comPublished: 4/30/2025

Summary

The open letter, signed by over 400 actors and film professionals, highlights solidarity for trans, non-binary, and intersex communities affected by the recent Supreme Court ruling, which redefines "woman" as strictly biological. This has led to concerns about excluding trans women from gender-affirming spaces, and the letter emphasizes the need for protecting these individuals in all areas of the industry. The film and television community previously addressed societal movements like #MeToo and Black Lives Matter by reflecting on inclusive practices, but now calls for urgent action to ensure discrimination and harassment are addressed across the sector.