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The Voice's First Trans Contestant Absolutely Slayed the Judges
"As early as 5 years old, I already knew that I am a girl trapped in a boy’s body."
On its 14th season, The Voice has featured the show's first transgender contestant.
31-year-old Angel Bonilla blew the judges away during the blind auditions with her soulful rendition of Sam Smith's "Lay Me Down" and was quickly snatched up by Team Adam.
Bonilla was thrilled to share her story on stage with the judges and the world.
"I was born Carlos back in the Philippines," she said. "As early as 5 years old, I already knew that I am a girl trapped in a boy’s body."
As her father watched proudly from the backstage, Bonilla opened up about her family. "Growing up in a very conservative family, it was very difficult for my father. When my dad saw me as a girl for the first time, he was puzzled. He’s not sure if I am his son, but he embraced me. I promised him that I will do great things. I wanted my father to be proud of me, and I’m doing this to honor him."
We can't wait to see Bonilla soar! Watch the clip below!
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Taylor Henderson is a PRIDE.com contributor. This proud Texas Bama studied Media Production/Studies and Sociology at The University of Texas at Austin, where he developed his passions for pop culture, writing, and videography. He's absolutely obsessed with Beyoncé, mangoes, and cheesy YA novels that allow him to vicariously experience the teen years he spent in the closet. He's also writing one!
Taylor Henderson is a PRIDE.com contributor. This proud Texas Bama studied Media Production/Studies and Sociology at The University of Texas at Austin, where he developed his passions for pop culture, writing, and videography. He's absolutely obsessed with Beyoncé, mangoes, and cheesy YA novels that allow him to vicariously experience the teen years he spent in the closet. He's also writing one!
