Jamie Lee Curtis Honors Her Transgender Daughter By Naming Her Oscar 'They/Them'

Jamie Lee Curtis is using her Oscars 2023 trophy to celebrate their transgender child Ruby Guest.

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Curtis has named her Oscar "They/Them" to show her support for Ruby.

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The actress became emotional as she talked about her win during The Today Show and said she was "very moved" by the recognition and the support.

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Ruby first made it clear that she was transgender into Curtis along with her spouse, Christopher Guest, in 2020.

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Ruby stated that it was an frightening experience.

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When she announced her decision via text message, her parents were welcoming and they were able to support her during the emotional exchange.

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Curtis was the officiant at Ruby's wedding ceremony to her partner Kynthia in 2022.

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The actress is an LGBTQ+ ally and powerfully condemns transphobia.

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Curtis acknowledged her family and friends that believed in her in her appearance on Today.

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