Archive · 27 Jul 2025
Laverne Cox Praises 'Orange is the New Black' for Trans Representation
Laverne Cox, the actress from 'Orange Is the New Black', thinks the show helped change how people see trans people.
She played a trans character named Sophia, which made her famous.
Cox was also the first trans person nominated for a big acting award.
Being a black trans woman has meant fewer chances for her, but she feels lucky and is working to help others.
She is trying to bring more diverse people into Hollywood.
Laverne Cox says 'Orange Is the New Black' changed the narrative for trans people.
Cox played Sophia Burset in the show, gaining her prominence.
She was the first transgender person nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award in an acting category.
Cox believes her career has been shaped by being a black transgender woman.
Cox now aims to promote better representation for certain demographics in Hollywood.
- Who
- Laverne Cox.
- What
- Laverne Cox discusses the impact of 'Orange Is the New Black' on trans representation and her career.
- When
- Published July 27, 2025.
- Where
- Los Angeles, USA.
- Why
- Cox believes the show transformed narratives and wants more diversity in Hollywood.
- Actress
- Laverne Cox
- Show
- Orange Is the New Black
- Role
- Sophia Burset
- Award
- Primetime Emmy Award Nomination (acting)
- Location
- Los Angeles, USA