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Why Transgender Model Carmen Carrera Had to Come Out Twice
Carmen Carrera not only had to come out once — she had to do it twice! The first time as a gay man, and the second time as a transgender woman. She credits coming up through the gay scene as a blessing; it's where she learned how to appreciate and express herself. It's where she ultimately made the decision to fully transition and to become her most authentic self. Raised in a small town in New Jersey with "even smaller minds," Carmen had to teach people how to perceive and receive her…
