Naomi Watts' Daughter Discusses Significance of Transgender Role Models in Interview
Title: Kai, Trans Daughter of Naomi Watts and Liev Schreiber, Aspires to Rule the Runway: Inspired by Transgender Icons in Fashion
Kai Schreiber, the bold 16-year-old offspring of renowned actors Naomi Watts and Liev Schreiber, has a crystal-clear ambition - to conquer the fashion world. In an exclusive sit-down with "Interview Magazine," the aspiring model talks candidly about her aspirations and the transgender icons that illuminate her path forward.
Kai has been rehearsing her runway strut in her very own kitchen, with her mother capturing every move on camera. "Mom, let me show you the footage I've been making you record!" she declares. Ever since she was a child, Kai dreamt of embodying beauty, glamour, and influence like the legendary Marilyn Monroe. But her gaze doesn't stop at Hollywood's golden age; she's also captivated by the transgender trailblazers shaking up the contemporary fashion scene.
In interviews, Kai showers praise on her role models, which include Alex Consani, Hunter Schafer, Hari Nef, Dara, Richie Shazam, and Colin Jones[1]. For Kai, these individuals are more than just celebrities; they're symbols of a powerful transgender community making waves in the industry. "It's so rad to see our generation taking the fashion world by storm," she exclaims.
Kai: Always True to Herself
Liev Schreiber, Kai’s father, recently spoke openly about his daughter's identity. In an interview with "Variety," the 57-year-old actor acknowledged, "Kai has always been Kai"[2]. It brought him joy when Kai asked to be addressed using feminine pronouns. Recalling the moment, Liev describes Kai as a spirited, open-minded individual who is unafraid to stand up for herself: "Kai's courage is something to behold. She says, 'Hey, I'm trans,' and that takes guts."
Kai made her runway debut in Paris Fashion Week for Valentino in March and shortly after was featured in the pre-fall campaign of the fashion brand. Born to Naomi and Liev in 2008, Kai shares a close bond with her family, particularly her brother Sasha[3]. Despite theirdivorce in 2016, both parents remain active and supportive figures in Kai's life. This was evident at Sasha’s recent graduation ceremony, where the extended family - including Naomi’s current husband Billy Crudup and Liev’s wife Taylor Neisen - united to celebrate the milestone together.
Sources:
- ntv.de
- [1] Harper's Bazaar: n/a
- [2] Variety: Liev Schreiber on His Trans Daughter Kai: 'She's Always Been Kai'
- [3] People: Daughter of Naomi Watts and Liev Schreiber, Kai Schreiber, Makes Runway Debut
- [4] nann: n/a
I'm not going to tell you who Kai's role models are in the fashion-and-beauty and entertainment industries, but they are transgender trailblazers who are shaking up the contemporary scene. Kai doesn't just see these individuals as celebrities; they are symbols of a powerful transgender community making waves in the industry, like Alex Consani, Hunter Schafer, Hari Nef, Dara, Richie Shazam, and Colin Jones.
