"I came out around 25 publicly."

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Source: Chaz Bono: 'I had felt uncomfortable as a woman my whole life'. May 9, 2011.

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Chaz Bono

Author, Activist, Musician

Chaz Bono is a transgender advocate and author known for his impactful work on identity and acceptance, particularly through his memoirs and public speaking.

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