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Liev Schreiber Advocates for Trans Youth While Celebrating Daughter Kai’s Journey

The actor reflects on parenting his transgender daughter, defends her modeling success, and underscores the need for community support at a key LGBTQ+ gala.

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Overview

  • Liev Schreiber shared the pivotal moment when his daughter Kai, now 16, asked for her pronouns to be changed, calling it a 'profound' yet natural step in her identity journey.
  • Kai made her professional modeling debut for Valentino during Paris Fashion Week in March, which Schreiber defended against nepotism claims, emphasizing her talent and determination.
  • Describing Kai as 'a fighter,' Schreiber highlighted her resilience and the importance of visibility for trans youth in a challenging social and political climate.
  • Schreiber is attending the Ali Forney Center’s A Place at the Table Gala with Kai to raise awareness and funds for homeless LGBTQ+ youth, stressing the urgent need for community support.
  • The actor emphasized that parenting a transgender teen involves typical adolescent challenges, advocating for love and understanding rather than fear or anxiety.