To coincide with the historic Supreme Court ruling granting employment protections to LGBTQ Americans, Walking Dead star Khary Payton has introduced the world to his son, a transgender boy named Karter.
Payton, who plays King Ezekiel on the hit series, shared a snap of Karter playing in rollerblading gear. “This my kid,” Payton wrote. “One of the most happy, well-adjusted individuals I’ve ever known. My son, Karter. Karter with a K because it reminded him of my name. He chose it. You see, he was born female but has always identified as a boy.”
Payton went on to explain why he and Karter decided to come out on social media about the boy’s gender identity. “He thought it would be cool if I announced it on social media. I told him that there would be so many supporters but also a lot of jerks who would be harsh. He said, ‘Yeah, I know about trolls, daddy. I can handle trolls.’ 😅 ”
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“Man, there is nothing more beautiful than watching your child feel the joy of exploring what it means to be true to themselves,” Payton concludes. “This is his journey, and I am here for it. I hope you all have the opportunity to feel the unquenchable love that I am feeling right now.”
We’re sure feeling the love too…along with a lot of pride for Karter and Khary.
Mister P
My heroes are people who support and love their kids.
Pumpkinpiespice
Nothing but respect for Khary. A good man who generates and maintains love and support for his family.
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Cato
Loving parents and kids who are going to transform the world. This is a dose of hope!
QueerPunk
It’s weird that you only refer to him as a Walk Dead actor. If you want more clicks, don’t forget to mention this guy was a voice actor on both Teen Titans and Young Justice. Since they imo have bigger fan bases
Kangol2
Mad props to Khary Payton for raising this child with love & affirmation, and best wishes to Karter as he grows up and move through the world.
missvamp
loving this!
joeboyle49
YOUR GREAT KHARY! YOU HAVE A FINE SON THERE! YOU KEEP LOVING HIM AND RASING HIM LIKE YOU ARE!