GIA GUNN: EXPOSED (THE EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW) - Part 2

[@jayhartbarger2793]

whenever Gia is interviewed, she really make full effort to dig deep and tell her truth. Gotta admire that.

[@Yaaassssssssss]

Gia Gunn! PLEASE GO MAKE A TRANS SHOW. We all just want to have access to high quality art. If you make it, we will follow.

[@samazoid]

"the cute little gay boy like olympic whatever from canada or something" - Gia Gunn on Gus Kentworhty LmFAO had me dying

[@Ylurple]

hahahaha i couldnt remember either i thought it was johnny weir from how she was describing him but now i realize that was season 3

[@ElusiveAries]

Toxicoke i was thinking adam rippon lmfao

[@olivere2837]

“Or Carmen, god forbid” I’m dying

[@jayhartbarger2793]

Tried to have conversation with her a couple of times. Carmen is very "moody".

[@jacobandrewmaldonado9911]

All Tea, All Shade 😅

[@rc-r104]

Appreciated Gia’s candor and accountable personal reflections. Great work Joseph, Thanks Again.

[@lalalillymo4]

Y'all arguing about how she used her gofundme money are so gross... she asked for money for her extremely personal journey of transitioning. If you're trans (I am) then you would understand how going on the show was PART of that journey, with the surgeries put on hold. She got them eventually. But its not like donations bought y'all a stake in her body or in her transition. It's NOT the same thing as a gofundme scandal, it's NOT fraud. And it honestly sounds like it was a very intense decision to make, that she ended up mourning after the show aired. It's really gross to blow it up or be mad about it...

[@junglekimmy3611]

I think it's crappy that people argue about that.

[@Hithere-ej9jv]

No. I'm trans too and Its gross. You don't ask for help for one thing and then turn and use it for entirely something else. If you gave me money for food and I bought drugs couldn't that just be part of my journey instead? NO.

[@jasonchow87]

Honestly the interview we didn't deserve. I hope more people can see Gia as the woke goddess she is.

[@geauxienicole7300]

Gia IS reality tv. She does villain, and vulnerable and has a real story.

[@GilbyMinaj]

Exactly 💯

[@gssci]

I cannot with the cliffhanger

[@Mysicalgreenunicorn03]

She really built herself up after her season. She went away discovered herself then, I thought came back stronger for AS4. It sucks all of that self love and progress was put on hold because of how she came off. Tbh I thought she was iconic and made AS4. Legend. Keep giving it to us baby

[@geauxienicole7300]

As a fellow trans person let me say, IT WAS NOT ENOUGH!!!! Gia’s being on the show was amazing and we needed to see that but we needed to talk about the trans elephant in the room.

[@MaleOrderBride]

But the show is literally called "Drag Race"?! Not "Trans Race"? Why not let cis-women on the show then? Why doesn't Gia and people like you create your OWN reality show! I would watch that! A competition just for Trans?

[@geauxienicole7300]

MaleOrderBride the same reason people like you dont do enough history to acknowledge that without Transwomen, there would be no Drag Race. The same reason ignorant drag race (not drag) fans like you think drag is so specific to chromosomes and gender constructs that you believe ANYone other than Cis men can’t do drag. I never said Cis women shouldn’t be on the show, they should. But im not a Cis woman so I can speak to the plight I actually represent, and acknowledge others, just like a Cis woman can speak her own piece and do the same. People like you always want us to speak for someone else but at the expense of our own inclusion. Terf your arse the hell on with that exclusionary crap.

[@MaleOrderBride]

@Ari Main Once the Harlem Ballroom scene is full of Straight White Men, then we can talk about desegregation!

[@babyprincezzz318]

@@MaleOrderBride The show is called 'Drag Race' which should include EVERY gender identity, whether cis or trans. The show is NOT called 'Cis Gay Men Drag Race'. Cis gay men DID NOT create or start drag culture. It was BIPOC trans women and trans men (particularly black trans people), let's get some facts straight here. Learn the history little cis gay boy. And yes, cis women SHOULD participate too but the reason why trans women in particular were the main group that was talked about to be included in RPDR was because of Ru's blatant transphobia towards MtF individuals. And NO, trans women and 'people like me' DO NOT need to create our own reality show when Drag Race is showing drag to a mainstream audience but with wrong representation, making the audience believe drag culture is just for cis gay men and every other type of drag or every other gender identity doing drag is invalid. And this right here is the exact issue I have with cis gay men, erasing history and making it all about themselves when in reality y'all DID NOT start Stonewall, y'all DID NOT create drag and no, Marsha P. Johnson was NOT just a drag queen and a man dressed for entertainment, Rupaul, she was also a marvelous trans woman who basically had no other option but BE the forefront in the Gay Rights Liberation movement along with Sylvia Rivera and other beautiful trans women because cis gay men were too afraid. Fortunately now, since last year WoW and RPDR finally understood in their tiny narrow minds that trans people are essential if you plan on showing drag culture to a mainstream audience. Now we have people like Kylie Sonique winning AS6, Gottmik and half the cast of season 14. Idk how genuine WoW and Rupaul are about casting openly trans people but it's a step forward. Cis straight people and a whole lot of cis gay people too have to learn the history behind drag culture and not blindly ignore an important group that contributed the most to drag. That would be like talking about Hip Hop culture and not mentioning black people.

[@davidl2569]

She's gonna come out with Gunns blazing

[@darientinsley]

Not going lie at first I didn’t like Gia, but now I love her. I could understand the experience that she goes through. Good for you Gia❤️ love you sister!

[@victoria747]

me too but now i love her

[@dominicanbrian]

I love how self aware Gia has become, props to her for her growth

[@l.k9226]

I can't thank you enough for this, one of the best interviews I've seen in a good while. Very well-spoken and highly important topics !

[@ApolloGreatKnees]

Joseph, you're so amazing man, such a great interviewer, you truly allow your guests to use that platform and tell their story in the most authentic possible way. It's so genuine, open and comfortable. Part of me one you to have a bigger platform and have a TV show but we know how Hollywood like to censor and limit originality so I'll continue to support and love what you're sharing with us mate. Keep up the good work.

[@eljotorreo]

I met Gia in Santee alley and asked for a photo but she kindly declined I’m not gonna lie my feelings were hurt but at the same time i understood she wasn’t entitled to take a pic w me and this interview really made me love her a lot more (not like i ever stoped loving her) but she is talking that talk and walking that walk and i love you for that Gia

[@Jay-sw9bi]

Santee Alley fish, mama

[@linnylionheart8229]

Can we appreciate how incredibly kind Joseph is? I have never seen such a kind and respectful interviewer. I love that!

[@Erinle]

All of these interviews are amazing. Thank you so much!

[@johnncat2277]

GIA GUNN!! Thank you so much for what you're doing and for fighting the fight. As a transman, who wants to be a dragqueen and dragking , I look up to you cause for a time, I felt like my drag was invalidating my trans identity, especially when I do female drag/dress as a drag queen, but thanks to you and other supportive and lovely people, I am more secure about my masculinity and my art.

[@KorraPokeReactions]

I seriously LOVE how 1-on-1 these feel... please keep these up!!

[@ZuiTV]

Would Gia hosting her own high production competition show called "GIAS TRANS RACE", be a great idea or what?

[@gittefeingeist9720]

But to be honest that is exactly the problem this is adressing. It would allow more visibility for trans people but in a seperated way. The main point is that trans people and also asexual people are just an active part of the drag community and should be represented as such. They are not a community of their own but family... I feel as long as people dont´t understand this basic issue there s a lot of work to be done in the community as well and not only on this specific TV show.

[@ZuiTV]

Gitte Feingeist I understand the separation issue I'm not saying trans shouldn't be allowed on rupauls show it would just be fierce with a whole cast of Trans contestants! it would be really informational drama filled great content!

[@ElusiveAries]

Gitte Feingeist hetero asexuals are not apart of the lgbt community.

[@gittefeingeist9720]

@I Think The Fuck Not You Trick Ass Bitch great, so lets just encourage more separation and not even fucking talk to each other, we are members of different communities, right ? ;) if you want inclusivity you gotta act inclusive and that is just not practised in a seperate-community world. short term dumb behavior

[@MatthewRodarte]

My favorite moment in history from this lady is when she says “ my name is gia Gunn I don’t jump guns I am the boom boom gun” gives me absolute life darling thank you mama for it all ❤

[@brendanSD]

thank you both for this interview! sooo good. all aboard the transcended Gia train.

[@prunellalefay]

I really respect that Gia mentioned Howard Brown, During the 1980s they helped lead the fight against Aids, with no financial help or acknowledgement from the government, I'm so glad they are working to make the world a better place for all of us. Thankyou Gia, You are making your hometown proud. Sending Much Love from Chicago 💙😸✌

[@cunderw12]

Part 1 & 2 both great! Such a good interview!

[@ArtfulTheDodger]

Don't hit the thumbs down for this video to show negativity to Gia, because it's Joseph Shepherds channel.... He really is doing a good job here so thumbs up all the way!

[@Thekrisavalon]

When a single TV show controls the narrative, this is always the opportunity for someone like Gia to take the bull by the horns, and let people get to know her on the level that the show did not. I'm so glad people are getting to see this side of Gia that I have had the pleasure of seeing the few times that I met her, whether it was at DragCon or at a few events we've crossed paths in LA. I was always wondering why is it that Drag Race is the only representation of Drag. We could use a few new shows that showcase true drag, because Drag Race is a competition series with cis gay men appearing on it. Yes we have Dragula as well, but if we can get 1,000 singing shows, and 1200 dance competition shows, we can get more drag shows. And I'm not just talking about 5,000 Drag Race spinoffs

[@Mermaid_Luna]

I, as a trans woman of color relate so much to Gia. I love and, appreciate her honesty and rawness. 💗💙

[@johnayalachef]

Using the money was a choice. One that Gia in hindsight may regret but she still has all that drag, so it can be used for future bookings. What I think Gia really needs is a good manager and another go on the club / event scene to build her self up. She does deserve more, I’ve always loved her artistry and hope this interview opens some doors 🚪. Wonderful insight on a on going complex human issue. Thank you Gia & Joseph.

[@MubinNoor]

Even the money she did spend on the drag for the show was a waste because of mentioned designer. That must've sucked.

[@cammik2229]

@Lee Schn I have to agree, if I was one of the people that had donated I'd be asking for a refund.

[@chaparromontalvo601]

Does she even have bookings anymore

[@chaoticneutral8040]

Lee Schn Are you even trans? She explained, if you bothered to listen, that going onto the show was PART of her trans journey. Cis people stop talking about trans issues like you understand. Do that challenge

[@OperaLover84]

I learned a lot in this interview -- thank you Joseph and Gia for doing this!

[@eyesofmuffin]

As a genderfluid trans person, this being brought out genuinely and the very glamour backgrounded Gia speaking about passing privilege, the idea of a linear transition, the transphobia WITHIN the LGBTQIA+ community, the idea of a cis body being the beacon of what attractive is perceived as and that trans people come in different shapes, sizes ,colours, voices etc. is so important and thank you joseph shepherd for putting this on you platform where hopefully it will get more exposure to the larger community and world.It's a very important thing that I come up against every day in a very real way, whether that's from the larger world, at gay clubs and even in trans spheres,and needs to be spoken about more.

[@florecita9739]

Ru Paul wants the femme drag by gay men. This is the demographic he wants. Tbh I hope more drag shows come out. Cuz RPDG is gonna go stale anyways. It's already happening.

[@matthewharjo7512]

Oh Shit! Gia just went in and let have.... good job my Trans sister. From your non- binary sibling. You make me proud and brave you are beautiful.

[@lilbots8888]

You should do Jinx Monsoon next please !

[@AnjunaFox]

omg when it was getting even better

[@darkmaidenhorrorstories8464]

She said and did what she did on All stars. They can use it if you don't do or say it. Be thankful.

[@weamcharafeddine]

Gia you are so inspirational and know that you are really understood by the people you inspire, despite how you are portrayed. You have given many of us a chance to see that we are great, regardless what people say, and regardless of looks and attitude, etc... We all love you so much and can't wait to see what else you want to bring to the table.... Muahhhhh

[@jackiefrost2]

She is so gorgeous omg. I live for how empowered she is and how she owns her identity. You are inspiring gia, and so much more than RPDR portrayed you to be, don't ever forget it honey! 👏🏼

[@declansindarin]

There are a few things in this interview that just don’t add up for me. No one forced her to spend gofundme money meant for her surgery on drag for All-Stars. To me, that is borderline unethical. People gave their money for the very legitimate and important cause of helping Gia feel more comfortable in her own skin. They didn’t give money so she could buy gowns and jewelry for a tv show. If I was a donor, I would be upset honestly. The other thing that is really frustrating is her crying over how she came off on the show. Look, is there editing trickery that goes on? Of course. But they can’t use editing to turn you from the hero into a villain, and that’s just the fact of the matter. Gia’s actions on Snatch Game alone were obnoxious, petty, and unprofessional, and I think she probably realized that watching it back and is trying to make herself the victim instead of just apologizing for her poor behavior.

[@lasibel]

im guessing you aren’t trans. her feelings are very valid and her asking for money for something very important to her is also valid.

[@kriskauf3980]

Lol. I guess you aren’t trans. She spent the money on DRAG, titlips!@@lasibel

[@sierrahobson127]

Thank you for putting the spotlight on Gia!!!!! The polished, intimate feel of your journalism is refreshing. Your content quality is so consistent, and I adore Gia getting to speak her truth like this. You all had me laughing, crying, and furious. I love how Gia highlighted the transphobia in her delivery to convey it wasn't just one thing. She's an idol, and this is such a great platform to deliver her message. The authenticity sings. I'm excited to see more of her career!

[@TSUOFTTPC]

I love how she owns up to who she used to be , but is very clear on who she is now and what she stands for. Also, it is commendable that she uses her experiences not only as an opportunity for her own growth, but as tools to help her trans brothers and sisters (and educate everyone as a whole). Shoutouts to you Gia! Im glad you were given this chance to show a side of you that people have gone out of their way to hide. Hope all is well with youuu! PS: Joseph, you are wonderful, I love your interviews and this one especially-- it made me happy to see you walk into this open to being educated! Hope all is well with you as well!!!! Keep em comin!

[@geauxienicole7300]

I support the queens. I don’t support the show. I have not seen one frame of this season but I support who made it via social media. Gia is presenting herself so much more maturely and is breaking things down in such a clear and specific way. I’m so proud of her. THIS is representing the community.

[@roadtonowherefilms]

That was heartbreaking to watch at times. Thankyou Gia for coming forward and speaking from the heart.

[@nicojo3042]

I don’t pay too much attention to RPDR, I just like the queen’s personalities outside of the show. But got damm I have so much respect for Gia. As a non-binary person who definitely falls under the trans umbrella because of how much I had to learn and explore about my identity, so much of what she says about her journey resonates. I love her point about not asking too many questions about transitioning and knowing that a ‘timeline’ is NOT set in stone. The trans energy matching your brain is such a powerful message!! I’d be so fascinated to see her team up her trans queen community with the drag king scene and really break the boundaries on drag performance and inclusivity. Great interview!!!!!

[@univerzaltruth6481]

No. Just no. No one is responsible for her decision but her. Expecting validation for a personal endeavor ... is ridiculous. She knew what she was getting into. She went ahead anyway. The victim nonsense is beneath her.

[@yongyong5296]

how rupaul treated trans contestants on the show is frankly disgusting

[@daniel-cw5ze]

I respect Gia, and her opinions and feelings are valid. I will say, Kylie was os S2 and they knew she was trans before she walked in the workroom...I think maybe she should fact check before 'opening the doors' for queens who were already there lol

[@indicababy]

I have been waiting so long for this!

[@haroldlistens]

god i could listen to gia talk for HOURS

[@MaleOrderBride]

I will never forgive Rupaul. Ever. She truly is "the monster". She has become a heartless corporate schill...

[@breekwhal]

What are you not forgiving him for? Which of the the many things are you referring to lol

[@00inwiththenew00]

Calm down. There would be no drag platform if not for RuPaul... What we need to watch for is if the show refuses to adapt. If it resists opening up to trans, then the show will fail because the people want to see that element. I just don't know if they will incorporate trans into the traditional "drag" mix or if they will get their own spinoff.

[@seinorsloth7242]

I'm always so anxious before watching interviews with trans people where the host would overstep and make them uncomfortable but this was amazing, so honest and so respectful!!!!

[@julianguerrero1801]

I feel so much, and, so sorry for Gia. I think this is a pure ass depiction of how going to a reality show is. First you get exposed to the public, you may also say to all the world, you start being afraid that people will be able to see beyond the curtain that you put to protect yourself, you begin to be afraid of feeling, of showing, of being you, because of how much the spotlight's on you; because in these type of shows you become an object to be consumed by the public, your complex human characteristics get thrown away to leave you as only what they see on the screen. Second, in this particular case, the idols you so wanted to meet end up being absolutely devoted to winning money and making the ratings of the show go higher by making as much drama as posible, by making a narrative in which you become the villain to play the role they want to in the show, again, reaping you off of the whole human being you are and only leaving the aspects that they can exploit. Third of all, at the end, you end up so afraid, so incapable of overcoming what you went through that it takes months to recover from it, to be able to accept yourself and understand that all the things that happened to you were part of the business you ended up on. I think she's really alike to Pearl as well, that's why i like them both. I hope she can find peace within herself :/.

[@RoodyToody]

Best interview in your channel, hands down. I didn't know Gia could be so well articulated and eloquent.

[@lalalillymo4]

This was so good!!!!

[@eddynunezsanchez8222]

Asking for real. I remember Peppermint being billed as the first trans queen on the show, no?

[@rozewiczd]

Peppermint was the first trans queen to come out on the show and Gia was the first person to enter the workroom as an openly trans queen

[@tacosmexicanstyle7846]

Dominik Różewicz The ones I remember are: Sonique (réunion, not really on the ‘show’ I guess) Monica Beverly Hills (on the main stage, so she is the first?) Jiggly (don’t know when it happened, don’t remember it on the show) Gia (happened after the season) Peppermint (was made to pause her transition before S9...)

[@dickerliebhaber9000]

@@tacosmexicanstyle7846 I heard somewhere that Jiggly butched it up and hid the fact that she was trans in order to get on the show

[@mysteriousfun4759]

This human being took the time off from her medical surgery's, like a butterfly halfway through cocoon, before she even had her wings, to appear on Allstars5. With everything happening, people in all our communitys need visibility. Such a vulnerability Gia brought us at this critical time to help and save people's lives! So Ru doesnt talk to her on set? Then sends her home after 3 episodes, and drops her from the roster. Fracking Ru not supporting her interview confessionals equals editing improperly. Influencing future careers of sisters like Gia also while ommitting many other sisters and brothers in our community. Gia wants us to know our presence is valid. Our existence is valid. Were gonna have our own benefits we dont have to benefit Rupaul to be happy

[@wilmafistfit4788]

East Fun she wasn’t on all stars five she was on all stars four

[@GilbyMinaj]

I love these interviews Joseph!

[@emilioemiliosotosoto280]

Such a great conversation! Gia really knows how to perform and speak her truth without bringing those into conflict. No doubt, one of my favorite queens from the beginning. Lots of love Gia!

[@thangvicouture89]

I love this interview. What I think is, maybe the first 3 seasons, the show WAS inclusive, you saw a lot of heart AND the winners were more diverse. But once the show became mainstream, it catered itself to a broader audience, you started to see how they classify colored queens and how they’re being portrayed. The Viewers of drag race aren’t drag fans, they’re drag race fans, which are younger people, more straight cis girls who think they have an opinion about drag after watching 2 episodes. The fandom became toxic, so on and so on... I mean they had to double crowned queens after the backlash of their all stars winners are so white. It is problematic for sure, but also it’s one of the only platform that featured LGBT+ people. And I can thank it for that.

[@v.e.jansen7720]

I agree, the show has become less authentic and less fair. Now they are sometimes really pushing for a certain queen to make it far while they don't necessarily are the best. And the portraying as villain or very sweet person etc.

[@sudanalifu6663]

Omg Gia is everything!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ She is expressing real charisma, uniqueness, nerve and talent!!!❤❤❤

[@dariusmarq]

YES I WILL ALWAYS SUPPORT THE SHOW.... RUPAUL OPENED DOORS... AND CONTINUES TO..... I wish Gia Well. Without Rupaul i would not know a Gia.

[@cgueyser]

Good for Gia! Great interview

[@ThatFruityGuy]

Nobody knows this but now she feels safe enough to come forward with the truth...

[@nalomelimaia]

It's a very hard story for her... Not for the people who've spend their money believing they'd help her transition,but for her, her, her..

[@damselcavalier8366]

nalomelimaia They did in fact spend their money helping her transition - she used half the money to go on all stars, she got more bookings and publicity from being on all stars, she used those bookings and publicity to finish transitioning. It’s completely unobjectionable and I’m annoyed at how people are trying to start drama over it

[@shahaf85]

Gia won't have this interview without Rupaul, she won't have a voice to share information about her community, so she should give some credit for this show!

[@dagnyholt8705]

It’s crazy how both Gia and Jaremi both basically feel the same about RPDR.

[@deborahnieling2315]

As an Bio woman who is an.Anästhesist and saw so many Trans Operations...I don't understand that whole problem between the community s in the first place! Hey beautiful people...don't make any differences !!!!'Gay, Transgender...hello?'What we are fighting for all this year's? Equality for all???? There is no Entitlement, common! Gia...You are a beautiful woman!.Love and support from Berlin!!!!

[@arasharfa]

We believe in milk and cookies, and we worship the dolls!!!!

[@benmccann7385]

Love Gia could we maybe get some of the drag race Uk queens such as divina de campo, blu and baga chips would love to see them guys on here!

[@JosephAShepherd]

Unfortunately they are under a year contract and I cannot do a long form in-depth interview with them until the contract is over.

[@ReductoDislyte]

How come we didnt hear that her being robbed on the first challenge on AS was a clear example of the treatment she got

[@isaiahisu]

Wasn’t Peppermint a transgender person when she interned the work room

[@FutureStarHG]

Yes

[@shiragoldberg7744]

Such an important conversation! Gia is 💪 strong enough to own her part but not everyone else’s.

[@melindalapointe9493]

I loved this. It really changed my mind about Gia. Super proud of her.

[@dadbodnokid8898]

Im also super confused because I thought Gia gave one of the best all around performances on the show.

[@mariahmaestas7541]

Gia did a great job! Another good interview by Joseph sheperd :)! I'll be on her patreon

[@AylalikeKaylawithouttheK]

Im in love with her now. You can really see who she is here, she's so beautiful as a person and im a big fan now. She should be proud of who she is.

[@joshacei7725]

boom boom gia!!! also thank you for showing this side of Gia, I wasnt sure how to feel about her seeing her an All Stars bc she was entertaining on TV but knew there was some internal struggle, but now I want to see more of full woman full expression of her truth and herself, a true queen through and through

[@MonsterMode2011]

10:51 good thing this aged poorly. Gia said she didn’t see trans queens being casted but we just had the cast with the most trans girls in season 14. Hopefully we get even more diversity in the future!

[@RaffyCasino]

I always love watching any interview of Gia. Such a highly intellectual being.

[@LuckyBadger]

I don't understand why people love her so much. Being trans does not automatically make you a good person. Why does she think she's entitled to have special attention on Drag Race, and why does she think that she's entitled to RuPaul's approval? She's whiny, self centered, and obnoxious, not to mention incredibly mean. Me, me, me, me. That's the only thing she cares about. Don't even get me started on that annoying whiny voice of hers. If you want REAL trans representation, go watch Pose on Netflix.

[@casperl2102]

As a transindividual hearing all this meant so much, what you have done and are doing. Not to mention how you are spreading the info about no trans journey being the same. I spent years trying to just fit into society and pass but that wasn’t me, I don’t fit in with other guys I am androgynous and gender noncomforming, because fashion is far more interesting than being stuck with loose jeans and a t-shirt, I shop where I want, I use makeup when I want. When the dysphasia gets bad it is something I regret but only for a short while until I take the time on creating a look, only then am I truly comfortable and confident. Far too few trans people can be seen in mainstream media and even in our own community and it is horrifying. You turn that xenophobia that people have given to you by people outside the community and turn it on others inside it because they don’t conform to your standards. I am extremely grateful for Gia fighting for trans people like this and continuing doing what she loves even after everything she has been through.

[@renatoamaraldemiranda2558]

I was living for Gia on all stars so I don’t understand why she is upset about it ! She was hilarious and at some point I wished they keep her all season for entertainment. She was amazing

[@brandonsytes8373]

Gia’s performance in Episode 1 of All Stars is possibly the best talent show segment of any season & Gia was simply safe. -- I would be pissed or feel ignored.

[@renatoamaraldemiranda2558]

@@brandonsytes8373 yes she was flawless! I just think the judges made their mind before the challenge even happen and where more interested of someone messing up than on pure art

[@loopguy23]

That is EXACTLY why people CANNOT watch a TV show and, just because they say it's "Reality TV", believe that people portrayed on this show are just who they see. No, girl. People DO change. People go through shit. People learn. People get bad edits. We don't get the context and we blatantly label people just because we "have the impression" they said something rude. You know? This has got to stop.

[@KorraPokeReactions]

So when did Gia and Ru have this confrontation? Twitter or on the show but it was cut or behind the scenes?

[@youytubey]

In the workroom, it was cut, but talked about

[@Mysicalgreenunicorn03]

She even she refrains from giving us full details. Is she not able to?

[@jpratm1993]

Wow ! Good for Gia for speaking her truth. We need to listen and step our and advocate for our community especially when this misinformation and misrepresentation is coming from one of our own. Say Love But Mean it. Love is a Verb.

[@Windxchild]

It is so good to hear Gia's side of the story. Indeed, the way she was portrayed on both of her seasons wasn't very likable. But it is always important to remember that there is framing involved in every media outlet. It is important to always be open to different sides of a story.

[@Commentator541]

TBH I wanted MORE of her on the All Stars! She made that season!

[@darkmaidenhorrorstories8464]

This girl is so full of herself and I am not here for that. It's gross!!

[@QuinnChangMartin]

i need this now ugghh

[@jadajc]

I always love coming to your channel to see the queens in their own light and not on the show since like Gia, a lot of times their portrayals are inaccurate to who they really are. I’m so glad you have Gia this opportunity and voice

[@geauxienicole7300]

I agree with Gia that being trans is a state of mind, but I do think that it is a state of being. I’m Agender, meaning I don’t recognize any gender label as suitable for me. But, I also identify as trans because I suffer from body dysmorphia because of my looking predominantly male. So my trans identity is directly linked to how I look. But that is just my personal journey.

[@ericm3088]

Is the fact that she used the gofundme for drag race problematic? If the money was intended for surgery, and that’s what people thought they were donating for...seems a little bit murky.

[@guillermomartinez9922]

Eric M it already happened like two years ago, don’t make some drama about that now 🙄🙄 it’s enough lol

[@christiandorr1546]

Guillermo Martinez but has she ever revealed that before? Cuz it’s still scamming even if it was years ago lmao

[@guillermomartinez9922]

Christian Dorr are you affected by it? She got her transition eventually, and if the people who donated would like their money back they could definitely object, other than that stop creating bs drama for no reason 🙄🙄

[@damselcavalier8366]

It seems like about the same category of thing as donating to an animal shelter, saying ‘spend this on the animals!’, and then being annoyed when they invest the money in the stock market as a source of income so they can spend more money on their animals? Money is fungible, she wasn’t lying about wanting to fully transition, and she did eventually fully transition, I don’t see an issue.

[@gabidris1390]

I love Gia, but I'm confuse with this whole trans saga. We have Monica who came out as trans, Peppermint who is a trans women when she was on the show..NO hate..Just really confuse

[@arasharfa]

I think the distinction some made was that they weren't openly trans when being accepted to the show? I have no idea. that detail confuses me as well.

[@xx-zp4mj]

yeah its because shes the only person CASTED AS and presenting as a trans woman. like there was no ruveal about it or anything whilst every other contestant admitted it throughout the show. arguably pep had already started transitioning for exemple, but she didn’t present herself as such from the beginning wether they asked her to or not.

[@Dalsemien]

@@xx-zp4mj Trans people don't have to be female presenting to be trans.

[@jaysonshift4392]

And then when they cut me off the cross and took the nails out and then Easter was celebrated for me; ;singing for money la di de la de da lmfao !!!!

[@lRoixl]

Gia on All Stars was amazing, tbh !

[@rvng_x]

Points were MADE baby.

[@4budapest]

the first part was so well done...

[@lmbmua7430]

Like many drags:Transgender or cis say between lines : Rupaul is not tolerant. Old. Not a good example. Take him out from "his" race, time for retirement. Put someone lovely and who loves drag so he/she can host the drag race, open to all genders finally. I just add: just do it SOOOOOOON! So Joseph, after the interview do you believe in milk and cookies 🍪 ? Great interview but long af. Love Gia and her history, but her bestie is my idollll can you interview Laganja? 🖤🍪🖤🍪

[@BoucheronsNo.1Fan]

Gia - *talking down on white gay men* Joseph (a white gay man) - 👁👄👁

[@ivan3ll]

Why is she obsessed with rupaul and drag race lol.. sure we love the show but at the end of the day it’s just a show. You can shine thousands of ways.