Ellen DeGeneres says she's inspired by actor Elliot Page after he proudly came out as a trans person. The Umbrella Academy and Juno star released a moving statement this week announcing that he's transgender and officially unveiling his new name.
The 33-year-old wrote in the powerful statement: "Hi friends. I want to share with you that I am trans, my pronouns are he/they and my name is Elliot. "I feel lucky to be writing this.
To be here. To have arrived at this place in my life." Afterwards, the Ellen DeGeneres Show host tweeted: "Sending love to my friend, @TheElliotPage.
You inspire me with your strength, courage and honesty" Her fans rushed to agree. One wrote: "yes i’m so proud of him :) i loved him in Juno!