An internet star who went viral on Vine nearly a decade ago has revealed that they are now living happily as a proud trans man.
Tristan Simmonds, who was formally known as Trish, won thousands of fans in 2014 with a skit in which he drove his mom’s car on the now-defunct social media platform and said, “I’m in my mom’s car, broom.”
Since then, the viral star, from Huddersfield, has kept followers updated on news about their lives – coming out as a trans man in 2021.
In a video shared on YouTubehe explained that he first came to his parents in a letter, followed by an emotional conversation and that they supported his decision.
And in a tweet shared earlier this month, he revealed he’s starting testosterone after having his blood tested by doctors, saying, “Can’t wait to finally go on a journey to be the man I really am.” ‘
Tristan Simmonds, who was formally known as Trish, rose to fame in the 2010s and came out as a trans man in 2021
He won thousands of fans in 2014 with a skit in which he drove his mom’s car on the now-defunct social media platform saying, “I’m in my mom’s car, broom, broom”
Tristan also revealed that he also came to terms with the fact that freezing his eggs would be too expensive, meaning he may not get the chance to have a biological child.
In his coming out video shared two years ago, Tristan opened up about his gender identity.
“Some of my friends and family don’t know about it,” he admitted in the clip.
“I’m coming out as trans today. I wrote a letter to my parents about four weeks ago,” he added.
‘A few days later I had a conversation with my parents about being trans.
“It stuck in their heads. It was very emotional, but I am very relieved that I told my parents who I am.
‘I’m actually a boy in a girl’s body. They are very supportive of that, they are supportive of my decision, all that I will go through,” he added.
Tristan said he wanted to make the switch to be happier with himself.
“So that’s why I’m making a coming out video so you guys can understand what it’s like to be me,” he added.
However, the star said he did not intend to rush his transition, adding that he would take time to focus on other projects as well.
“I’m taking it as slowly as possible, I’m not rushing, I don’t intend to rush it, I’m patient with everything,” he added.
“I just want to do what’s best for me,” added Tristan.
Earlier this month, Tristan revealed to his fan that he would finally start his hormone therapy and take testosterone
My pronouns are he, him and his, also a message to my friends and family. I’m sorry, I haven’t come to you and told you how I feel inside. My apologies for that, but I hope you understand,” he said.
“I hope you respect me for who I am,” he added, explaining that he planned to document various stages of his transition.
“I hope you support me and respect me for my decision, I can’t wait for this journey to begin,” he said.
Tristan has shared several updates about his journey since coming out.
The Vine star revealed he first came out as transgender to his parents in a letter in 2021, which was followed by a personal interview
Since coming out, Tristan has started taking testosterone and proudly shows off his facial hair in selfies
In April he admitted he was devastated after finding out he couldn’t freeze his eggs on the NHS and couldn’t afford an expensive procedure, meaning he’d miss out on the chance of having biological children.
However, the Vine alum explained earlier this month that he had now started his testosterone prescription after talking about it with his GP.
In a post shared on Twitter, Tristan wrote: “My prescription is now approved and signed by the doctor, so tomorrow I will call my doctor for an appointment, to have my blood drawn.”
He explained that Tristan could take testosterone if his doctor found his blood test satisfactory.
“I’m so excited and can’t wait to finally go on the journey, to be the man I really am. I’m also looking forward to the changes,” said the Vine star.
Since starting his hormone therapy, a radiant Tristan has been sharing selfies sporting his facial hair on social media.