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So often, trans roles don't even go to trans actors. Most of the fabulous trans roles that have won people Oscars, we didn't get to play. A lot of folks have said we're not trained enough and that we're not prepared to do whatever.
Laverne Cox
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Laverne Cox
Age: 52
Born: 1972
Born: May 29
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