On December 29th, 1914, jazz musician Billy Tipton (December 29, 1914 – January 21, 1989) was born. Tipton was a well-known musician from 1930 – 1950 when he had to retire due to worsening arthritis. An upcoming documentary explores Tipton’s life, including the misgendering that happened after his death. Learn more about Tipton and the biography at:

https://www.glaad.org/blog/no-ordinary-man-trans-men-reflect-life-jazz-musician-billy-tipton-reclaiming-his-place-trans