Dylan Mulvaney
Born 1996 · Age 29
American social media personality, actress, singer, and writer; rose to prominence documenting her gender transition in the TikTok series 'Days of Girlhood', has performed on stage and in media, and has been involved in major brand partnerships and public advocacy.
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Born in San Diego, California
Dylan Mulvaney was born in San Diego and grew up in Del Mar Heights and Carmel Valley.
Came out to family as a girl
Mulvaney told her mother she was a girl at age four; family reaction noted in interviews.
Early screen appearance (reported)
Reported small role/appearance on TV (reported by sources as appearing on '7th Heaven' at age six).
Performed in Old Globe production (How The Grinch Stole Christmas!)
Credit at the Old Globe Theatre in 'How The Grinch Stole Christmas!'.
Graduated Cathedral Catholic High School (approx.)
Attended Cathedral Catholic High School; was a member of the glee club. (Approximate graduation year based on birth year.)
Early TV roles (Awkwardness, The Honest Show)
Screen credits include 'Awkwardness' and 'The Honest Show' (2015).
Performed with regional companies (Cygnet Theatre credit)
Credits include performances with Cygnet Theatre and other regional theaters.
Cast as Elder White in The Book of Mormon (Broadway/tour)
After graduating, Mulvaney performed in 'The Book of Mormon' as Elder White and toured in the U.S., Mexico, and Canada.
Graduated University of Cincinnati (BFA in Musical Theatre)
Earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in musical theater from the University of Cincinnati's College-Conservatory of Music.
COVID-19 pandemic causes theatre shutdown; begins TikTok posting
Theater shutdown left her jobless; she began posting on TikTok during the pandemic, initially garnering hundreds of thousands of views.
Began hormone therapy and privately came out to family
During the pandemic period she began hormone therapy and privately came out as nonbinary/trans to family and friends (reported around age 25).
Doxxing incident (home address leaked) prior to surgery
Reported doxxing (leak of home address) on Day 279 of her series, the day before her surgery, bringing security concerns.
Reached ~1,000,000 followers after early 'Days of Girlhood' videos
Reportedly hit one million followers after about 23 videos in the Days of Girlhood series (early viral growth).
Named spokesperson/partner for Kate Spade New York
Became a spokesperson/featured face for Kate Spade New York in 2022 (brand partnership noted in multiple sources).
Multiple brand partnerships (CeraVe, MAC, Neutrogena, Native, Olaplex, etc.)
Signed paid sponsorships and brand partnerships across beauty/consumer brands through 2022–2023; revenue from deals helped fund transition-related care per interviews.
Launched 'Days of Girlhood' TikTok series (public coming out)
Posted a full coming-out video in March 2022 and began the daily 'Days of Girlhood' series documenting her gender transition.
Modeling debut at New York Fashion Week (Jessica Jade runway)
Made modeling debut walking the runway for Jessica Jade at NYFW in September 2022.
Interview with President Joe Biden (NowThis News forum)
Interviewed President Joe Biden about transgender rights during a NowThis News forum, receiving national attention.
Ulta Beauty podcast appearance and #BoycottUlta backlash
Appeared in an Ulta Beauty podcast with David Lopez; the video prompted transphobic backlash and the hashtag #BoycottUlta.
Underwent facial feminization surgery (FFS)
Confirmed in December 2022 that she had facial feminization surgery (including rhinoplasty, hairline work, Adam's apple surgery reported in some sources).
Public discussion on using both she/her and they/them pronouns
Social media profiles and reporting indicate Mulvaney uses she/her and they/them pronouns; used in public-facing bios and interviews.
High-profile media coverage and national conversation on transgender visibility
Her visibility prompted widespread media coverage, political commentary, and national debate through 2022–2023.
Days of Girlhood reaches over 1 billion views
By 2023, her 'Days of Girlhood' series had accumulated more than one billion views across platforms.
Posted post-surgery image on Instagram
Shared an image revealing results after facial feminization surgery.
Accepted a Queerties Groundbreaker Award
Accepted the Queerties Groundbreaker Award (late February 2023) celebrating her visibility and influence.
Grammys red carpet debut (65th Grammys)
Made a red carpet appearance at the 65th Annual Grammy Awards following her surgery reveal.
Received congratulatory note from Vice President Kamala Harris
Shared on Instagram a letter from VP Kamala Harris congratulating her on the first anniversary of her transition.
Spoke at PFLAG National 50th Anniversary Gala
Presented / spoke at the PFLAG National 50th Anniversary Gala in New York City (March 3, 2023).
Appeared on The Drew Barrymore Show; resulted in online backlash to Barrymore
Spoke about dealing with online hate; the appearance triggered online attacks against host Drew Barrymore.
Hosted 'Day 365 Live!' at the Rainbow Room
Livestreamed a variety show to mark day 365 of her Days of Girlhood series, with guest stars and fundraising elements.
Bud Light Instagram promotion (commemorative can)
Posted an Instagram video promoting Bud Light and shared a commemorative can with her face sent by the brand; intended as a March Madness promotion.
Backlash and boycott against Bud Light; bomb threats and public controversy
Right-wing figures led calls for a boycott; reports of bomb threats to factories and high-profile videos (e.g., Kid Rock) reacting to the promotion.
Promoted Nike sports bra and Maybelline product; received additional backlash
Sponsored Instagram posts for Nike (sports bra) and a brief post with Maybelline led to calls for boycotts by critics.
TikTok follower milestone (~10.8 million)
Reported follower counts reached approximately 10.8 million on TikTok by April 2023 (sources vary by date).
Publicly discussed stalking, personal attacks, and Bud Light's response
In a late June 2023 video she described stalking and harassment she faced and criticized lack of protective response from Bud Light's maker.
Celebrated 500 days of 'Girlhood' on Instagram
Marked day 500 of the Days of Girlhood series and reflected on the experience and the backlash she endured.
Won Streamy Award — Breakout Creator
Awarded the Streamy Award for breakout creator in August 2023.
Walked The Blonds runway at NYFW (Spring 2024 collection)
Modeled for The Blonds during New York Fashion Week in September 2023.
Named Attitude Magazine's Woman of the Year
Received the Woman of the Year award from LGBTQ magazine Attitude in October 2023.
Named to Forbes 30 Under 30 (November 2023)
Included in Forbes' 30 Under 30 list, recognizing influence and accomplishments.
Released 'Blue Christmas' cover and music video
Released a cover and music video for 'Blue Christmas', co-starring Kristofer Thomas.
Released debut single 'Days of Girlhood'
Released her debut single produced by Nick Monson and distributed via DistroKid; the song hit No. 1 on Genius lyrics chart within a week.
Released official music video for 'Days of Girlhood'; pledged profits to The Trevor Project
Music video featured other transgender influencers (e.g., Gigi Gorgeous) and pledged song profits to The Trevor Project.
Announced solo musical 'FAGHAG' for Edinburgh Festival Fringe
Announced debut of one-woman musical act 'FAGHAG' at Edinburgh Festival Fringe, running July 31–Aug 25, 2024.
Premiered 'FAGHAG' at Edinburgh Festival Fringe
Performed her solo musical at Assembly George Square Studios July 31–Aug 25, 2024; satire of past life and public persona.
Announced memoir 'Paper Doll' and two-book deal with Abrams Image
Announced first book, Paper Doll: Notes from a Late Bloomer, to be released March 11, 2025, as part of a two-book deal.
Published memoir 'Paper Doll: Notes from a Late Bloomer'
Released memoir documenting life before and after transition through journal entries and topics she couldn't discuss online.
Featured on 'Dazzled' — lead single for Retrograde the Musical
Sang on 'Dazzled,' the lead single for the astrology-based concept musical Retrograde (April 2025).
Cameo in Apple TV+ series 'The Buccaneers' (season 2)
Returned to acting with a cameo appearance as Miss Bloomingdale in the historical drama series' second season.
Announced Off-Broadway restaging: The Least Problematic Woman in the World
Announced re-staging of her one-woman show (formerly 'FAGHAG') at the Lucille Lortel Theatre for Sept 20–Nov 30, 2025.
Off-Broadway run begins: 'The Least Problematic Woman in the World'
Start of her Off-Broadway engagement at Lucille Lortel Theatre, scheduled Sept 20–Nov 30, 2025.
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