Gossip: Chastity Bono
Chastity Bono, who came out as a lesbian 20 years ago, is having a sex change operation.
Chastity Bono is having a sex change operation. “Chaz, after many years of consideration, has made the courageous decision to honor his true identity,” said a spokesman for Sonny and Cher’s child, who came out as a lesbian 20 years ago. “Chaz Bono’s decision to live his life authentically represents an important step forward, both for him personally and for all who are committed to advancing discussions about fairness and equality for transgender people.
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