Scroll To Top
World

Chaz Bono Legally Changing His Name Gender

Chazx390_1

We need your help
Your support makes The Advocate's original LGBTQ+ reporting possible. Become a member today to help us continue this work.

Chaz Bono filed a petition recently to legally change his name and gender with the state of California.

"It's just a straightforward filing," said Christina Wertz, the legal director of the Transgender Law Center, the organization assisting with Bono's petition to officially change his name -- previously, Chastity -- and gender. "This is something that transgender people often go through."

Wertz said the petition, filed with the California Superior Court, should take a few weeks to be finalized.

Bono announced last year that, with the support of his mother Cher, he would be undergoing gender reassignment surgery and transitioning from female to male.

Recommended Stories for You

Pride of Broadway Special

From our Sponsors

Most Popular

Latest Stories