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Liev Schreiber and Daughter Kai Advocate for LGBTQ Youth at Ali Forney Center Gala

The actor reflects on parenting his transgender daughter, her modeling debut, and the fight for visibility and resources for trans youth.

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Overview

  • Liev Schreiber and his 16-year-old transgender daughter Kai are attending the Ali Forney Center’s A Place at the Table Gala in New York City to support homeless LGBTQ youth.
  • Schreiber described the 'profound moment' when Kai asked to change her pronouns, emphasizing his unconditional support and pride in her identity.
  • Kai made her professional modeling debut for Valentino at Paris Fashion Week in March, sparking discussions about nepotism, which Schreiber firmly dismissed.
  • Schreiber highlighted the challenges faced by trans youth, including rejection and lack of resources, underscoring the importance of the gala's mission.
  • He characterized raising a trans teenager as similar to parenting any adolescent, noting universal challenges while celebrating Kai's resilience and outspoken nature.