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Bloom was born in Chicago, Illinois to a Filipina mother and an African-American father. [7] Bloom's father later supported her decision to transition. [8]
Oct 1, 2024 · Leyna Bloom is of Indigenous Filipino and African-American descent, a background she embraces and celebrates. The model grew up with her father since she was two years old, after her mother was faced with deportation.
Mar 18, 2021 · Bloom, who is Black and Filipina, is only the second transgender woman to ever be featured in a Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue. Last year, Brazilian model Valentina Sampaio became the...
Feb 20, 2024 · The model and actress Leyna Bloom made history as the first trans woman of color to be featured in Sports Illustrated, and was the first openly trans woman to walk in a Victoria’s Secret Fashion...
- Maxine Wally
Jun 1, 2021 · Leyna Bloom became the first openly trans woman of color to lead a feature-length movie at a major festival at Cannes with her role in 'Port Authority.'
- Suyin Haynes
But Bloom, who's both Black and Filipina, is no stranger to firsts: In 2017, she became the first trans woman of color to be featured in Vogue India, and in 2019, she became the first to star...
May 14, 2024 · Leyna Bloom made history in 2021 when she became the first transgender woman to be featured on the cover of the SI Swimsuit Issue. She’s returned to the fold each year since, and becomes a brand...
