Arts & Entertainment

Freeform orders transgender family drama

this will be the channel’s second trans series

Published

10 years ago

March 23, 2016

Mariah Cooper

(Producer Joel Silver. Screenshot via YouTube)

Freeform has greenlit “New People,” a transgender family drama from producer Joel Silver and writer/filmmaker Don Roos, Deadline reports.

The series is inspired by New York Times best-selling non-fiction book “Becoming Nicole: The Transformation of an American Family” by Amy Ellis Nutt. The series will tell the story of a transgender girl, her identical twin brother and her family.

Roos will write the script for the new show. His previous writing credits include “The Opposite Sex,” “Marley & Me” and “Happy Endings.” Silver’s latest production credit was “The Nice Guys” starring Ryan Gosling and Russell Crowe.

Freeform, formerly known as ABC Family, aired “Becoming Us” last summer, a reality show about a family whose father comes out as transgender.

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PHOTOS: Amsterdam Pride Canal Parade

Annual LGBTQ celebration held in Dutch city during World Pride

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2 hours ago

August 1, 2026

Michael Key and Michael K. Lavers

A scene from the 2026 Amsterdam Pride Canal Parade. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

Editor’s note: International News Editor Michael K. Lavers and Photo Editor Michael Key are on assignment in the Netherlands through Aug. 10.

AMSTERDAM — The 2026 Amsterdam Pride Canal Parade was held on Saturday, Aug. 1.

(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key and Michael K. Lavers)

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PHOTOS: Lambda Legal in the Pines

Fundraiser held at ‘Normal Heart’ house

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1 day ago

July 31, 2026

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A scene from the 'Lambda Legal in the Pines' fundraiser on July 25. (Photo by Santiago Felipe)

The LGBTQ organization Lambda Legal held its annual “Lambda Legal in the Pines” fundraiser on Saturday, July 25. The event was held at a house on Fire Island featured in Ryan Murphy’s 2014 HBO film, “The Normal Heart.”

Organizers say over $500,000 was raised to support Lambda Legal’s national litigation and advocacy work.

(Photos by Santiago Felipe)

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Come showcase your singing, poetry talent

Spark Social open mic night planned for Aug. 13

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1 day ago

July 31, 2026

Tinashe Chingarande

Spark Social will host “Open Mic Night” on Thursday, Aug. 13 at 8 p.m. (Washington Blade file photo by Michael Key)

Spark Social will host “Open Mic Night” on Thursday, Aug. 13 at 8 p.m.

Get ready to share your talent or just kick back and enjoy some great performances. This event is a fun, laid-back vibe where everyone’s welcome to take the stage. Sign-ups are first-come, first-served, but you can also DM Spark Social on Instagram to reserve a performance spot. Whether you’re a singer, poet, or comedian, this is your chance to get on stage and share your art. More details are available on Eventbrite.