Elliot Page is a highly acclaimed Canadian actor, producer, director, and author. He was born on February 21, 1987, in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. Page first gained recognition for his role as Hayley Stark in the 2005 film "Hard Candy," which earned him a nomination for the Independent Spirit Award for Best Female Lead. Since then, he has appeared in numerous successful films and television shows, including "Juno," "The Umbrella Academy," and "Inception," earning him various accolades, including an Academy Award nomination, two BAFTA Awards, and Primetime Emmy Award nominations, among others.
In addition to his acting career, Page is also an accomplished producer and director. He co-produced and starred in the 2017 documentary "There's Something in the Water," which explores the environmental racism faced by communities of color in Nova Scotia. Page also directed the 2020 episode "On the Run" of the television series "The Umbrella Academy."
Page is a prominent advocate for transgender rights and has been open about his own experiences as a transgender man. In December 2020, he announced his transition on social media, expressing gratitude for the support he had received and emphasizing the importance of trans visibility. In March 2021, he appeared on the cover of Time, becoming the first openly trans man to do so. Page's debut book, "Pageboy," was published in June 2023, and it explores his experiences as a trans man in the entertainment industry and beyond. The book received critical acclaim for its honesty and insight into the challenges faced by trans people in society.