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Hailey Bieber Reframes ‘Trans’ Taunt as a Compliment on Podcast

Her remarks echo her 2023 support for GLAAD’s call for social platforms to curb anti-LGBTQ+ abuse.

Overview

  • Bieber addressed derogatory comments during an episode of Owen Thiele’s In Your Dreams released on October 24.
  • She said trans women and men are among the most beautiful people, so the comparison reads as being called gorgeous.
  • Clips and coverage spread quickly across social media, drawing praise from fans and LGBTQ+ supporters.
  • Reports highlight that she signed GLAAD’s 2023 open letter urging Meta, X, YouTube, and TikTok to strengthen action on hate and disinformation.
  • Entertainment outlets describe the exchange as a calm, confident response to online trolling with no major follow-up controversy reported.