Skylar Kergil

Skylar Kergil, born in Boston, MA, has gained recognition for documenting his female-to-male transition on YouTube since 2009. Through his channel “skylarkeleven,” he has consistently aimed to educate viewers about gender identity, gender-affirming procedures, and his personal experiences as a trans man. This initiative started during his senior year of high school, coinciding with his decision to begin testosterone treatment in early 2009 before attending Skidmore College, where he presented as a man. His videos have accumulated over 12 million views and attracted over 100 thousand subscribers, establishing him as a significant voice within the LGBTQ+ community.

His career milestones include being featured on the first episode of PBS’s First Person series, an LGBTQ-themed web series, in 2015. The same year, he contributed to a Transgender Today editorial for The New York Times. In recognition of his advocacy and impact, Kergil was awarded the “Youth Innovator Award” by the Trevor Project in 2014. Beyond his YouTube presence, Kergil is also a singer-songwriter whose music has been described by Billboard as having a “folk sound that sends a statement.

Kergil’s work extends to public speaking, performing, and mentoring, where he shares his stories and creates spaces for others to engage in discussions about gender identity and transgender rights. His dedication to education and advocacy has established him as an inspirational figure, offering support and guidance to both individuals transitioning and those exploring their own identities.