Curious about Emma Dumont’s recent identity update and their announcement on social media? The Oppenheimer star, who is in their thirties, has revealed they are transmasculine and non-binary, sharing personal details about their journey.
Here’s everything we know about Emma Dumont’s announcement and what transmasculine means.
Emma Dumont shares new identity, changes name on Instagram
Emma Dumont, known for their role in the critically acclaimed film Oppenheimer, has come out as transmasculine and non-binary.
The actor, who now uses they/them pronouns, announced the change through their Instagram account. While their professional name remains Emma Dumont, they have adopted the name Nick Dumont for use among close friends and family. Their Instagram handle remains unchanged as @emmadumont.
A representative for Dumont confirmed to TMZ on December 5, 2024, that the actor identifies as transmasculine and non-binary. Transmasculine refers to individuals assigned female at birth who identify with masculinity, including some non-binary identities. Dumont has not provided further public statements about their announcement. However, the update reflects their ongoing exploration of identity, shown through personal and public changes over recent months.
Dumont’s recent Instagram activity includes posts that hint at their transformation. In May, they shared a selfie showcasing a new pixie haircut, captioned, “Your favorite sweetheart’s favorite sweetheart.” Though they have not directly addressed their coming out in recent posts, the update represents a significant moment of visibility within their personal and professional life.
Professionally, Dumont has built an impressive career with over 25 acting credits. They gained recognition in Christopher Nolan’s Oppenheimer, portraying Jackie, the sister-in-law of Cillian Murphy’s titular character.
Dumont gained recognition for playing Lorna Dane/Polaris in Marvel’s The Gifted and appearing in other projects like NBC’s Aquarius and Hulu’s T@gged. They will star in the upcoming thriller New Me, with the poster featuring Emma Dumont as the lead actor.
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