Heather Dubrow Slams Critics For Claiming She’s Exploiting Her Trans Child

Heather Dubrow slams critics claiming she’s using her transgender child to “stay relevant.”

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Dubrow recently announced her child’s transition on Instagram, saying they now go by Ace.

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The news was criticized by many who felt it was a plot by Dubrow to remain relevant on “RHOC.”

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In her podcast episode, Dubrow denied the claims, saying she would never exploit her child.

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She noted that she shared the announcement to protect her child.

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She also hinted that external factors influenced the family’s decision to make the news public.

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Dubrow has always been an outspoken LGBTQ+ ally.

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In 2020, her son Max came out as bisexual and her daughter Kat lesbian

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The reality star hopes to encourage discussion around gender and sexuality.

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