Published On 15 Jun 2015
Coming out as a woman at the age of 65, Caitlyn Jenner has been called a trailblazer for transgender rights and visibility. However, the Kardashian connection persists, and her public transformation has plenty in common with a Kardashian-style publicity stunt.
Without taking anything away from the bravery that Caitlyn Jenner has displayed by coming out as transgender, there’s no denying that her public persona is still very much a true Kardashian. Just like her ex-wife and her daughters, Caitlyn is a self-branding expert, and revealing herself to the world might have as much to do with her need for attention as it does with her hopes of making a difference for other transgender people.
1. The Reality Show
Caitlyn couldn’t resist the opportunity to transition in front of the cameras, since that’s where her family has lived for most of the past decade. E! has turned the Kardashian into stars, so Caitlyn used that notoriety to become the center of attention once again.
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