Before Eva Reign started acting, she was a journalist spotlighting trans experiences.
The six-episode series and Reign went on to win aPeabody awardand aGLAAD award.
Reign stars as Kelsa, a high schooler dating for the first time as a trans woman.
This movie was all about joy, and as trans people, we dont always get to see that.
For Reign, Pride Month is all about joy.
Sheattended the Tony Awardswith Porter, a dream for the self-proclaimed theater kid.
June is also the anniversary of her move to Brooklyn from her hometown of St. Louis.
To any trans students feeling anxious or hopeless, I encourage you to turn toward your history.
A lot of people think being trans is some new, trendy thing, but weve always been here.
So I urge all the trans kids out there to read up on your history.
Things are pretty horrendous at the moment.
Theres no denying that, but I know better days lie ahead.
Whatsuperlativewould you give yourself for the 2022 Pride Yearbook?
Most Likely to Dance in a Beyonce Music Video.
Anyone who knows me knows that I am a staunch member of the BeyHive.
As much as they tried, they never succeeded!
I always had the answers.
My big sister and I were so obsessed and followed all the Beyonce fan accounts on social media.
What were some of your go-to songs or artists in high school?
Still a lot of R&B.
Who is an important role model in your life, and what has that person taught you?
I dont necessarily have a role model in my life.
All of our life paths will shift and change in unexpected ways.
In recent years, Ive found that channeling that aspirational power into oneself is a strong practice.
Tell us about your self-care routine and mental health tips.
I use this app calledHeadspaceto help me meditate.
Im a Gemini, so my mind is often going a mile a minute.
Practicing mindful breathing exercises has helped me a lot.
