LOS ANGELES — Singer and songwriter Lucy Dacus is donating $10,000 to help transgender people receive gender-affirming surgeries after President Donald Trump signed off on an anti-trans executive order.
Trump on Monday signed executive orders proclaiming that the U.S. government will recognize only two sexes, male and female, and ending “radical and wasteful” diversity, equity and inclusion programs inside federal agencies.
The executive orders prohibit federal regulation of transgender identities. Lucy Dacus, known for her solo work as well as performing in boygenius with Phoebe Bridgers and Julien Baker, pledged $10,000 in donations to GoFundMe campaigns for trans surgeries.
“If trans people wanna comment surgery gofundmes, I’m gonna give away 10k in $500 increments until it’s gone, & if other people wanna scroll through and make donations, please do,” the singer-songwriter wrote on social media platform X.
The post has been shared thousands of times with hundreds of users responding with links to GoFundMe campaigns for surgery.
“The government will never be the source of our validation or protection, we have to do it ourselves,” Dacus said in her post.
Dacus announced her first solo album since 2021, “Forever Is a Feeling,” and has released a first single and video, “Ankles” which she recently performed on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.”
Tickets for her upcoming “Forever Is A Feeling” Tour are on sale now: Ticketmaster, StubHub, Vivid Seats, SeatGeek and TicketCity.
The “Night Shift” musician is set to play iconic venues like NYC’s Radio City Music Hall and MGM Music Hall at Boston’s Fenway Park. She’s also partnering with Plus1′s L.A. Fires Fund to donate $1 per ticket toward wildfire relief efforts in Los Angeles.
Here are the dates for her upcoming tour:
- April 16 — Philadelphia, PA — The Met
- April 18 — Washington, D.C. —The Anthem
- April 21 — Boston, MA — MGM Music Hall
- April 23 — New York, NY — Radio City Music Hall
- April 25 — Toronto, Ontario — Massey Hall
- April 29 — Nashville, TN — Ryman Auditorium
- May 1 — Chicago, IL — Chicago Theatre
- May 5 — Saint Paul, MN — Palace Theatre
- May 7 — Kansas City, MO — Midland
- May 9 — Dallas, TX — Winspear Opera House
- May 10 — Austin, TX — Moody Amphitheater
- May 12 — Morrison, CO — Red Rocks Amphitheatre
- May 14 — Los Angeles, CA — The Greek Theatre
In the wake of Trump’s executive order rolling back protections for transgender individuals, famous singer steps up to fund trans surgeries.
In a bold and generous move, [Famous Singer] has pledged to cover the costs of gender-affirming surgeries for transgender individuals who may be affected by the recent changes in policy. This act of solidarity and support comes at a crucial time when the rights and healthcare access of trans people are under threat.
The singer, known for their advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights, stated in a recent interview, “No one should be denied the right to live authentically and receive the medical care they need. I am committed to helping transgender individuals access the care they deserve, regardless of any discriminatory policies in place.”
This gesture of support is a powerful reminder that allies in the entertainment industry are willing to take a stand against injustice and stand up for marginalized communities. It also serves as a beacon of hope for transgender individuals who may be feeling scared or uncertain about their future.
As we navigate these challenging times, let us remember the importance of standing in solidarity with our transgender siblings and supporting them in any way we can. Thank you, [Famous Singer], for your incredible generosity and compassion.
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