Actor Elliot Page, formerly Ellen Page, comes out as transgender

I want to share with you that I am trans, my pronouns are he/they and my name is Elliot,” he said in a statement posted on twitter.

In the statement, Page said he feels overwhelming gratitude for the people who have supported him along his journey to self-acceptance.

“I can’t begin to express how remarkable it feels to finally love who I am enough to pursue my authentic self,” wrote page. “I’ve been endlessly inspired by so many in the trans community.”

Page wrote that he hopes to offer whatever support he can and strive for a more loving and equal society. He also asked for patience as he transitions.