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Don Cheadle Made A Statement About Trans Youth On ‘SNL’ Last Night That Has The Whole Internet Applauding

When one outfit speaks a thousand words…

Don Cheadle made a big statement last night (February 16) on Saturday Night Live without saying a word.

  • The actor hosted the program and introduced musical guest Gary Clark Jr. while wearing a black t-shirt with the words “PROTECT TRANS KIDS.”

  • The whole thing only took seconds but the Internet took note. Many fans and advocacy groups showed appreciation across social media.

  • Violence against transgender people has been growing in recent years even with their visibility being at an all-time high. According to CNN, 2018 was one of the deadliest years for trans people.

    Don Cheadle has been long known for advocating for causes. He’s used his platform to warn of the dangers of climate change and bring awareness to the genocide in Sudan.

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