As of 2026, the number of transgender characters on primetime scripted broadcast and cable television has reached its lowest point since 2017, with only a handful of characters remaining.
In recent counts of trans characters on TV, approximately 73% are trans women , 21% are trans men , and 6% are nonbinary . Challenges for Performers GLAAD Releases 20th Annual Where We Are on TV Report tranny jerking porn
Streaming services continue to dominate trans inclusion, showing a year-over-year increase in characters. Notable examples include Heartstopper , The Secret of the River , and Cris Miró (Ella) . As of 2026, the number of transgender characters