Let’s Chat with Dezjorn Gauthier

February 27, 2021

BlackTransHistory month is almost over – but the work, passion, and brilliance of Black Trans Excellence is ever-present. Dezjorn Gauthier talks about some of his amazing journey, as well as include share about the often-under-discussed culture of pageants and runways. Join us!

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Introduction 0:00
Opening question 2:32
About Dezjorn 3:34
The beginning of Dezjorn’s modeling career 7:38
Trans folks in the modeling world and media 13:10

Publicly coming out as trans 15:17
Changes with coming out 16:40
Fighting for representation 19:02
Starting a talent management company 24:15
Lack of representation of Black trans men 25:49

Male pageantry in the queer world 27:25
Ballroom and Dezjorn’s house 28:45
Differences between pageants and balls 32:46
Advice for young trans folks 36:43
Benefits of having multiple places/support networks 42:00
Being a foster parent 49:37

Advice for those struggling with gender identity 56:05
The Black Trans Advocacy Coalition 1:00:00
Thoughts on shows like “Pose” 1:04:28
Finding connection with other Black trans men 1:09:07
Getting involved in renovations 1:14:23

Dezjorn’s contact info/websites 1:16:18
Closing thoughts 1:19:59

Presenter: Dezjorn Gauthier – model, public speaker, pageant host, entrepreneur, and much more. Learn more about Dezjorn here:
https://dezjorn.com/home/about/
https://www.instagram.com/dezjorngauthier

Recorded on February 27, 2021