It’s 2022, and by now, most of us have realized that gender is a spectrum. While being trans in high school is still a struggle for many, we’ve fortunately reached a place of acceptance for the most part. This supportive mom helps serve as an inspiration for all those people who haven’t quite managed to overcome their ignorance. Prom is an important time for many kids. It’s a moment filled with milestones, from first dances to first kisses. Ultimately, it’s a time when every child should feel special. But for members of the queer community, it’s not so black and white.
This is a story that many kids and adults can relate to. Meet 16-year-old Korben. Back when he was a little boy, Korben decided that one day, he would wear a dress to prom one day. He manifested that dream so it would come true, and one day he wore a stunning red gown to his prom. Wearing a look a la Billy Porter on the red carpet, Korben rocked a sequin-covered jacket on top and a voluminous matching skirt. To finish the look off, he wore red lipstick, a bowtie, and a sparkling crown.
His proud mom Nina immediately posted about it on social media, posting her son’s beautiful prom photos on Twitter with the caption, “At age 12 my son announced he wanted to go to his school #prom in a gown. I’m so incredibly #proud of him for being true to himself & the reception he got from his whole school was incredible” She even tagged Billy Porter, who is clearly one of her son’s major inspirations.
