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Marlon Wayans Reaffirms Support for Trans Son Kai, Calls Protection His ‘Natural Instinct’

The comedian used a Miami podcast appearance to restate a stance he has voiced since first discussing Kai’s transition in 2023.

Overview

  • On the We In Miami podcast, Wayans said it is his natural instinct to protect and accept his 25-year-old son, Kai, regardless of outside judgment.
  • He argued that sexuality and gender identity cannot be changed and urged people to accept and love LGBTQ individuals.
  • Wayans praised Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union as examples for parents of transgender children, highlighting their advocacy for their daughter Zaya.
  • He said he feels comfortable playing gay characters on screen, noting he would weigh how such roles are portrayed.
  • He previously revealed Kai’s transition in 2023, addressed his own parental journey in the 2024 special Good Grief, and posted a Pride Month message expressing support.