“Every trans role is important and valid, and I want to be the one to tell those stories. But I would also love to play a cis character, where it focuses on their story not their gender or sexuality. I think with the way that we’re going, trans people should be able to play more cis roles.”
Doctor Who’s newest Rose, @yazdemand, reflects on the success of Heartstopper, queer representation and refusing to be typecast in our Summer 22 issue. Pre-order the issue now at wonderlandshop.com 🖤
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