Gender-affirming surgery. Contrary to popular belief, it’s not widely available on the NHS and a lot of it you have to pay for yourself.
The Q&A, The Guardian, 5 July 2025 source ↗
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Gender-affirming surgery. Contrary to popular belief, it’s not widely available on the NHS and a lot of it you have to pay for yourself.
The Q&A, The Guardian, 5 July 2025 source ↗
I collect old costumes: I have one of Johnny Cash’s, and Liberace’s shoes.
A pair of Russell & Bromley boots with studs. I have had them for eight years and wear them all the time.
Fireworks. I was given a pyrotechnics course by my son for my 40th birthday, so I do displays. I can average five to 10 grand on one display.
My short film, Scrubber, in 2011. At that time in my life it seemed easier to pay for it myself than to apply for funds.
Before transitioning, I had a severe eating disorder. The doctor said, “Your body’s shutting down and if you don’t improve your mental and physical wellbeing, you’ll die.” Shortly after that, I started transitioning medically and my eating disorder resolved.
Everybody I’ve lost to suicide. When someone dies in that tragic way, you always feel you could have done more.
Apart from stuff on social media, an ex-partner telling me I’m unlovable.
The Great Gatsby.
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