# Transsexuals on TV WETV's ‘Sex Change Hospital' By Jennifer Astle | Published 2008-11-14 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wetvs-sex-change-hospital-transsexuals-storm-television References: [feministing](http://www.feministing.com/archives/012164.html) & [wetv](http://www.wetv.com/sex-change-hospital/episodes) Transsexuals make their television debut on WETV’s ‘Sex Change Hospital’ this fall. With the controversy surrounding Prop. 8 in California and a deep and resounding call to acknowledge [equal rights for all](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/willy-chavarria-2), we can expect to see this show climb the ranks--if for no other reason than sheer curiosity. This isn’t the first time transsexuals have stormed television. ‘America’s Next Top Model’ recently featured a transsexual, and Barack Obama acknowledged gender identity in his pledge for equality for all. ‘Sex Change Hospital’ features the cases of 12 transsexuals, both pre and post-op. Catch the episode featuring Stephanie and Ryan on Tuesday, November 18th for a closer look at the struggles of those whose lives are affected and improved from [gender reassignment surgery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/postsurgery-undergarment). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 72% | Activity: 97% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Bizarre](https://www.trendhunter.com/bizarre) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Trans Visibility:** The trend towards increased representation and visibility of transgender individuals in the media presents opportunities for businesses to promote inclusivity and diversity in their marketing and hiring practices. - **Gender Reassignment:** The growing awareness and acceptance of gender reassignment surgery as a viable option for transgender individuals presents opportunities for businesses in the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries to provide specialized care and medication. - **LGBTQ+ Rights:** The ongoing fight for LGBTQ+ rights and equal treatment presents opportunities for businesses to support and partner with advocacy groups, and to implement policies that promote diversity and inclusion. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Entertainment:** The entertainment industry, from TV shows to films, can seize the opportunity to promote diversity and inclusivity by featuring and normalizing transgender individuals. - **Healthcare:** The healthcare industry has the potential to provide specialized care and medication to transgender individuals undergoing or considering gender reassignment surgery. - **Advocacy:** Advocacy groups fighting for LGBTQ+ rights present opportunities for businesses to support and partner with them to promote diversity and equal treatment. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Representation-Focused Toy Dolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laverne-cox-1.md) - [Transition-Supporting Body Lotions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/transition-body-lotion.md) - [Inclusive Esports TV Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1up.md) - [Gender Identity Discovery Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/discover-me.md) - [Metaverse Drag Shows](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/queens-of-the-metaverse.md) - [Body-Inclusive Reality TV Ads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roses-for-every-body.md) - [LGBTQIA + Charitable Auctions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folx-health.md) - [Reality TV Cosmetic Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/it-cosmetics-keep-it-real-campaign.md) - [Women-Empowering Racing Teams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jenner-racing.md)