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"Orange is the New Black" (NETFLIX)
Netflix’s “Orange is the New Black” is released, featuring Laverne Cox, a black transgender actress. -
"The Fosters" (ABC FAMILY)
ABC Family’s popular show “The Fosters,” follows two lesbian mothers and their children. In later seasons, several transgender actors are added to the cast. -
Jay Dresses as a Nerd
Jay dresses up like a nerd to celebrate his 13th birthday with Bryce’s male friends. -
Jay Turns 13
Jay turns 13 and celebrates with family at a Mexican Restaurant. -
Medicare Exclusion Reversed
Medicare exclusion of trans individuals reversed, will now cover SRS surgeries. -
Laverne Cox on TIME
Laverne Cox became the first transgender person to appear on the cover of Time magazine. -
Laverne Cox Nominated for an Emmy
Laverne Cox becomes first transgender person to be nominated for an Emmy in the acting category. -
Jay Begins Transition
Jay officially begins his medical transition with his first hormone-blocking shot. -
"Transparent" (AMAZON)
Amazon’s “Transparent” wins a Golden Globe for Television Comedy, and the show’s star, Jeffrey Tambor, wins Best Actor. -
Obama Addresses Trans Citizens
President Obama mentioned transgender people in his State of the Union address, a presidential first. -
Jay & Bryce Talk About School Bullying
Jay and Bryce talk about homework and bullying problems at school. -
Caitlyn Jenner Comes Out
Caitlyn Jenner comes out as a transgender woman. -
Caitlyn Jenner on Vanity Fair
Caitlyn Jenner introduces herself and her new body on the cover of Vanity Fair. -
Jay's Hormone Therapy & Bryce's Reaction to Cost
Jay goes to the doctor to talk about next steps in hormone therapy but Bryce gets emotional when the costs start to add up. -
"I Am Jazz" (TLC)
"I Am Jazz" first airs on TLC. -
Film: "The Danish Girl"
“The Danish Girl” is released, a film following Lili Elbe, the first known recipient of sex reassignment surgery. -
Night Before Jay's Surgery
The night before surgery, Jay talks about his expectations and anxiousness with his mom. -
Jay's Hormone Implant Surgery
No longer wanting shots, Jay undergoes surgery for a hormonal implant in his arm. -
Mildred Finds Out
Mildred finds out Jay is trans and he must confess his secret to her in the tearful phone call. -
Mildred Didn't Tell Anyone
Jay comes home from school to report that, surprisingly, Mildred hasn’t told anyone. Bryce teases him for having a hickey, which he denies. -
Jay Turns 14
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Jay Plays Video Games with Tyler
Jay plays video games with Tyler - a trans friend in the army. They discuss trans military bans and recount the night Jay came out to his mom. -
Jay Skateboards with Tyler
Jay skateboards with Tyler. They discuss hormone therapy and Mildred. -
North Carolina Passes HB2
North Carolina passes House Bill 2, banning trans youth from using their preferred bathroom. -
Bryce Takes Jay to the Gym
Bryce takes Jay to the gym for the first time so he can do exercises to flatten his budding chest. -
Trump's Candidacy
Donald Trump announces candidacy. -
Jay & Mildred Play Soccer
Jay and Mildred play soccer and push each other on a tire swing. They discuss Mildred’s upcoming Quinceanera and how Jay will be her date. -
Jay Gets Haircut from Jerrin
Jay gets a haircut from his barber Jerrin as they discuss testosterone. -
Jay Talks to Therapist About Coming Out
Jay talks to his therapist about one day coming out and his relationship with his step-dad. -
Orlando Pulse Nightclub Shooting
50 deaths occurred at this gay club shooting, most of them from the LGBTQ+ community. -
Jay & Bryce at Dinner Talk About Mildred Break Up
The dinner discussion between Jay and Bryce gets tearful when they discuss the fact that Mildred and Jay broke up and Bryce outed Jay to Mildred’s mother. -
Jay Comes Out in YouTube Video
Jay comes out as trans in a YouTube video before talking to his biological father on the phone. -
Evening before Jay's First Day of High School
It’s the night before the first day of high school and Jay talks to Tyler about his expectations. -
Bryce Drives Jay to First Day of High School
Bryce proudly drives Jay to his first day of high school. -
Jay & Doctor Talk About Growing and Meds
Jay goes to the doctor’s to talk about how he’s not growing and might need more meds. -
Jay Gets Blood Drawn
Jay gets blood drawn to see why he’s not growing. -
Jay Goes to Homecoming
Jay goes to Homecoming with a group of friends that includes Mildred. -
"RuPauls's Drag Race" (VH1) Wins Emmy
“RuPaul’s Drag Race” wins an Emmy. -
Trump Wins Election
Trump wins the 2016 Presidential Election. -
Jay's Hormone Implant Stopped Working; Introducing Lanie
Jay’s hormone implant has stopped working and he’s started female puberty. Bryce has also met a woman that she, suddenly, has decided to marry. -
US Government Passes Bathroom Bill
The US files HB1011, a bill that would prevent trans individuals from using their bathroom of choice until they have had SRS surgery. -
Trump Takes Office
Donald Trump is inaugurated as President of the United States. -
Bryce & Lanie Explain to Jay About Marriage Decision
Bryce and Lanie explain to Jay that they want to get married and that Lanie’s insurance will cover his medical treatments. Lanie moves in. -
Trump's Stance on Title IX
President Trump withdraws the Obama administration guidance on US Education Amendment Title IX, which had included gender identity as a protected class against transgender discrimination in public schools. -
Film: "Moonlight"
“Moonlight,” a film about the life of a black, gay man, becomes the first LGBTQ+ film to win the Academy Award for Best Picture. -
Jay Gets Haircut from Jerrin 2
Jay gets a haircut from Jerrin and talks about his new step-mom and his medical transition. -
Jay Goes to Titan's Practice
Jay goes with Lanie to her female football team’s practice (The Titans) to see if he wants to join. -
Jay at Titan's Football Home Opener
An honorary team member, Jay gets to call plays at the Titans Football Home Opener. -
Jay & Bryce Talk in Park
Jay and Bryce talk in the park about Jay’s increasing struggles with the new family dynamic. -
Trump's Military Ban
Trump announces a ban on transgender military personnel on Twitter. -
Jay Gets Haircut from Jerrin 3
Jay gets a haircut from Jerrin and talks about his top surgery options and football. -
Jay & Brooke at the Gym
At the gym, Jay struggles to keep up with his football friend Brooke who talks about being gay. -
Bryce & Lanie Get Married
Bryce and Lanie get married in a park ceremony where Jay gives a speech. -
Jay Gets Hormone Implant Removed
Jay has his hormonal implant removed from his arm. -
Jay Talks to Doctor About Growth & Sports
Jay goes to the doctor to check on his growth and discuss the dangers of physical sports. -
Jay Tries Out for Titans
Jay tries out for the Titans Women’s Football Team and is discouraged. -
Jay Moves to New Apartment
Jay, Bryce, and Lanie move to a new apartment. -
Jay & Bryce Meet with Gender Marker Lawyer
Jay and Bryce meet with an attorney to file paperwork to change Jay’s legal name and gender marker. -
Film: "Love, Simon"
“Love, Simon,” is released, the first mainstream audience film to feature a gay lead and his coming-out story. -
Jay at New High School & Not Coming Out
Jay is at a new high school. He hasn’t come out and has decided not to date so he doesn’t have to disclose being trans to anyone. -
"Pose" (FX)
The first episode for “Pose,” an 80’s drama following the largest transgender cast ever seen on TV, premieres on FX to critical acclaim. -
Jay Gender Marker Court Date
Jay goes to court and the judge grants his name and gender marker change. -
Jay Gets New Birth Certificate
Jay gets his new birth certificate in the mail. It shows his name as Cameron and his gender as male. -
Jay Bullied at School and Starts Testosterone
Jay talks to his mom about being bullied at school and starts his testosterone shots. -
Changes in Kansas Government
A lesbian is elected to Congress in Kansas and a female Democrat is elected as the KS governor. -
Supreme Court Lifts Military Ban
The Supreme Court partially lifted blocks on the transgender military ban, but the fight continues. -
Jay Turns 17
Jay celebrates his 17th birthday and ups his testosterone dosage. -
Jay & Bryce Look at College Applications
Jay and Bryce look at college applications.