Today I would like to share with you a very powerful story, a true story that happened in the entertainment industry that we are familiar with. That's right, the protagonist is the talented transgender actress who completed her gender transition in 2021, Tommy Dorfman. This story not only makes us reflect on social realities, but also serves as a wake-up call about respect and equality.
Tommy Dorfman, a theater graduate from Fordham University, is best known for his role as Ryan in NETFLIX's 13 Reasons Why However, her life is not only about the light on the stage, but also about the unknown challenges behind the scenes.
Recently, Tommy shared an unpleasant experience with Delta Airlines. Yes, even though she had completed her gender transition and legally became a transgender woman, the staff insisted on using the title "sir" despite her identity as a truning woman. This makes me wonder if we still need to improve our awareness and respect for gender in this seemingly enlightened era.
Tommy repeatedly corrects the staff's mistakes, but instead of doing so, they threaten to call the police and arrest her at New York's LaGuardia Airport. What kind of bizarre scene is this? A vulnerable passenger being treated as a "troublemaker" for seeking respect, and is there a hidden prejudice and misconception about transgender people?
Tommy spoke out online in hopes of gaining support from fans and calling on everyone to stand up to Delta's discriminatory practices. The incident sparked a backlash on social media, with supporters expressing their support for Tommy and questioning Delta's actions. Delta Air Lines also had to issue a statement saying that it would investigate and ensure that employees are trained in this regard.
This story made me think about the entertainment industry and society we live in. We often only see the glamorous side and ignore many behind-the-scenes hardships. Life entertainment is not only the brilliance of stars, but also carries a variety of aspects of life.
It also reminds me of the subtle moments that we may experience in our daily lives. Maybe it's not outright sexism, but have we ever been prejudiced against people because of different identities or groups? This story teaches us a realistic social lesson, and makes us more sensitive to what is happening around us.