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Book Tour

Come meet us in-person and get your own signed copy!

May 21 2023 (Sun)
Chicago, IL
Chicago Humanities Festival
An Evening with Gigi Gorgeous and Gottmik (includes book signing!)
7:00 PM CDT

The T Guide

Gigi Gorgeous and Gottmik (a.k.a Kade Gottlieb)

In this fabulous, fashion-forward guide, transgender icons Gigi Gorgeous and Gottmik discuss the ins and outs of being transgender with their honest, hilarious, and GORGEOUS tales of what it means to be true to oneself—and they've picked up a few friends along the way.

Whether you're embarking on your own transgender journey or seeking the knowledge to be the best ally you can be, there is something to be learned from every story they tell.

Join the conversation with Gigi and Gottmik as they get real with discussions on:

  • the gender and sexuality spectrums

  • the experience of coming out

  • navigating gendered public restrooms

  • parenting transgender children

  • the concepts of physical and internal transitions

  • tips and tricks for more masculine or feminine features

  • cosmetic and confirmation surgery


The T Guide also includes anecdotes and advice from advocates, allies, and activists across the gender spectrum. Contributors include U.S. Senator Sarah McBride, musician Adam Lambert, and the iconic Paris Hilton.

About the Authors

Gigi Gorgeous

Gigi is a YouTube star, transgender activist, television personality, author, actress, and LGBTQ+ advocate. In 2017 she was named one of Time Magazine’s “25 Most Influential People on the Internet” and one of Forbes’ “30 Under 30.” Her story was chronicled in the 2017 documentary This is Everything: Gigi Gorgeous, and she has made appearances on Project Runway All Stars, Canada's Drag Race, Entertainment Tonight, and Access Hollywood, among others.

Gottmik

Gottmik (a.k.a Kade Gottlieb) is an American drag performer, actor, and make-up artist. The first transgender male to compete on RuPaul’s Drag Race, Gottmik has since graced the covers of British Vogue and OUT, as well as been profiled in global publications such as Vogue, Allure, InStyle, C*ndy, Glamour, Cosmopolitan, and Entertainment Weekly, among others. In 2021, Gottmik was featured on Variety’s “Power of Young Hollywood” list. In addition to touring the US and Europe as a celebrated drag performer, Gottmik has been featured in various fashion campaigns including Versace & Savage X Fenty and hosted the red carpet at the MTV Movie & TV Awards.

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