This timeline chronicles Hunter Schafer's early life, focusing on her family background and her journey of gender transition during her formative years.
Birth in Trenton, New Jersey
December 31, 1998
Hunter Schafer was born in Trenton, New Jersey, the daughter of Katy and Mac Schafer. Her father is a Presbyterian minister. She is the oldest of four children.
Growing Up in North Carolina
Early Childhood
Schafer's family moved to Raleigh, North Carolina, where she spent her childhood. The environment influenced her later activism and art.
Coming to Terms with Gender Identity
High School Years
During high school, Schafer began publicly identifying as female and started her medical transition. She has spoken about the difficulties she faced navigating this process in a conservative state and the importance of trans visibility.
Teen Vogue Interview
c. 2016
During her teens, Schafer was interviewed by Teen Vogue about North Carolina's discriminatory HB2 legislation that restricted bathroom access for transgender people. She shared her personal experiences and advocated for transgender rights, thus stepping into the role of an activist.
