Outpouring of support as Juno star Elliot Page announces he is transgender

Elliot Page as Vanya in The Umbrella Academy

The star of Juno and X-Men has announced that he is transgender.

The actor said in a social media post that his pronouns are “he/they” and his name is Elliot.

“I feel lucky to be writing this. To be here. To have arrived at this place in my life,” Page added.

“I feel overwhelming gratitude for the incredible people who have supported me along this journey.

“I can’t begin to express how remarkable it feels to finally love who I am enough to pursue my authentic self.”

The 33-year-old, who has also starred in Netflix series The Umbrella Academy, said that his “joy is real, but it is also fragile”.

“The truth is, despite feeling profoundly happy right now and knowing how much privilege I carry, I am also scared,” he said.

“I’m scared of the invasiveness, the hate, the ‘jokes’ and of violence.

“To be clear, I am not trying to dampen a moment that is joyous and one that I celebrate, but I want to address the full picture. The statistics are staggering.

“The discrimination towards trans people is rife, insidious and cruel, resulting in horrific consequences.”

Addressing the trans community, Page said he will “do everything I can to change this world for the better”.

Page, who is married to choreographer Emma Portner, added: “I love that I am trans. And I love that I am queer.

“And the more I hold myself close and fully embrace who I am, the more I dream, the more my heart grows and the more I thrive.”

The actor, who has frequently spoken out about LGBT issues, signed the letter off by saying: “All my love, Elliot.”

Commenting on Page’s Instagram post, Portner wrote: “Love you so much Elliot.”

Shortly after making the announcement, Page, who plays Vanya Hargreeves in Netflix’s superhero series The Umbrella Academy, received messages of support from his co-stars.

British actor Tom Hopper plays Luther Hargreeves and wrote on Instagram: 

Elliot, I’m so proud of you, and even prouder to call you family. All the love.

Justin H Min, who plays Ben Hargreeves, said: “Love you so much.” And the show’s executive producer, Steve Blackman, said: “Proud of you, Elliot. Love you!!!” 

Praise flooded in from across the showbiz world for Page, who has spoken out frequently on LGBT issues.

Pose star Indya Moore, who is transgender and non-binary, said: “ELLIOT We love you. I love you. Take all the time and space.” 

Oscar-winning actress Anna Paquin wrote: “Sending you ALL the love and support Elliot!” 

Transgender rights activist Raquel Willis tweeted: “Your heart has always been big and you’ve used your platform to show up for the entire community for years. Thanks for the gift of your truth!” 

And The Suicide Squad director James Gunn said: “Elliot, I love you, so much, I’m proud of you, and admire you. Please keep being a beacon of courage, compassion, and strength for all of us.”

Page was formerly known as Ellen.