Disney hides trans character's identity (+ more transgender news)

Pixar’s upcoming series ‘Win or Lose’ once promised a groundbreaking moment for transgender representation in children’s animation. However, Disney has cut dialogue acknowledging a trans character’s identity.

Disney has removed a transgender storyline from Pixar’s upcoming animated series Win or Lose, scheduled for release on Disney+ in December 2024. The series, which follows a middle school softball team, originally included a transgender character voiced by actress Chanel Stewart.

While the character remains, dialogues referencing gender identity have been cut. A Disney spokesperson stated that the decision allows parents to discuss such topics with their children on their own terms. Stewart expressed disappointment, emphasizing the importance of transgender representation in media.

This move aligns with Disney’s recent pattern of modifying or removing LGBTQ+ content, including the shelving of an episode of Marvel’s Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur featuring a transgender athlete storyline.

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