Overview
- In a livestream interview with Gaye Magazine, Justine Lindsay said, “I was cut because I’m trans,” rejecting claims the departure was voluntary.
- Lindsay performed with the Carolina TopCats from 2022 and left the squad in August after three seasons.
- The former cheerleader said the decision felt like “a big slap in the face” and described feeling hurt while also thanking the organization for the opportunity.
- Fox News Digital said it requested comment from the Panthers, and coverage reported no public response from the team.
- Lindsay said they plan to compete in the Miss International Queen pageant and work on a documentary, as some outlets framed the allegation within recent policy shifts tied to a presidential executive order on transgender participation.