Twitter accused of allowing Elliot Page’s deadname to trend despite policy against hateful conduct
Jordan Peterson had his Twitter account suspended for tweeting that Elliot ‘had his breasts removed by a criminal physician.’On June 28, the controversial author, clinical psychologist and professor emeritus at the University of Toronto was booted off the site after also deadnaming the star, writing the tweet on the same day that actor’s hit Netflix show Umbrella Academy released its third season.The psychologist’s post was in response to an article posted to Twitter by the New York Post in which Elliot, who has starred in some huge projects throughout the course of his career, including Juno and Inception, said he is proud to introduce a trans character to the hit show.But whilst Peterson has lost his Twitter access and has been condemned by many for his comments about the 25-year-old, he refused to delete the tweet.Declan Donnelly 'beyond devastated' following death of brother Father Dermott aged 55Gabriel Jesus scores after 85 seconds with two goals on his Arsenal debutShark measuring '12ft' long spotted just off UK coastHe told National Post that he ‘penned an irritated tweet in response to one of the latest happenings on the increasingly heated culture war front.But, Elliot is continuing with his life and enjoying plenty of affirming victories, for the first time since transitioning, and fans were thrilled for him.Twitter has been contacted for comment.Got a story?If you’ve got a celebrity story, video or pictures get in touch with the Metro.co.uk entertainment team by emailing us celebtips@metro.co.uk, calling 020 3615 2145 or by visiting our Submit Stuff page – we’d love to hear from you.
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