{"id":37230,"date":"2025-07-07T18:18:14","date_gmt":"2025-07-07T16:18:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.xlovecam.com\/blog\/?p=37230"},"modified":"2025-07-31T18:18:40","modified_gmt":"2025-07-31T16:18:40","slug":"hunter-schafer-actrice-icone-trans","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.xlovecam.com\/blog\/en\/trans-en\/hunter-schafer-actrice-icone-trans\/","title":{"rendered":"Hunter Schafer: actress, muse and voice of a generation"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In the Hollywood landscape, <strong>Hunter Schafer<\/strong> has established herself not only as a talented actress, but also as a fashion icon, renowned model and important voice for the <strong>LGBTQ+<\/strong> community. Beyond her acting, she uses her platform to champion the visibility and rights of transgender people, inspiring millions around the world with her strength and integrity. Find out more about her background, career and commitment in this article.<\/p>\n<h2>Who is Hunter Schafer?<\/h2>\n<p>Born on December 31, 1998 in Trenton, USA, <strong>Hunter Schafer<\/strong> is an American actress, director, screenwriter and model. She has rapidly become one of the most successful and influential figures in the film world. Her breakthrough came with her role as Jules Vaughn in the acclaimed drama series Euphoria, in which she portrayed the complexities of adolescence and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.xlovecam.com\/blog\/en\/trans-en\/suis-je-homo-si-je-frequente-une-femme-transgenre\/\">transgender identity<\/a> with nuance and authenticity.<\/p>\n<p>She is a fervent advocate of transgender rights. Through her art and activism, she uses her celebrity to advocate for these rights and to inspire the next generation. In addition, as a model for major brands such as Prada and Dior, Hunter Schafer has broken down barriers in the fashion industry by representing diversity and inclusion.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-37229 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.xlovecam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/hunter-schafer-actrice-icone-trans-img-1-1024x636.jpg\" alt=\"Hunter Schafer\" width=\"1024\" height=\"636\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.xlovecam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/hunter-schafer-actrice-icone-trans-img-1-1024x636.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.xlovecam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/hunter-schafer-actrice-icone-trans-img-1-300x186.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.xlovecam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/hunter-schafer-actrice-icone-trans-img-1-768x477.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.xlovecam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/hunter-schafer-actrice-icone-trans-img-1-360x224.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.xlovecam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/hunter-schafer-actrice-icone-trans-img-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Early career in film<\/h2>\n<p>A 2017 graduate of the Visual Arts program at the<strong>University of North Carolina School of the Art<\/strong>, Hunter Schafer was drawn to film at an early age. In 2019, she was spotted by the director of the acclaimed Euphoria series, Sam Levinson. She made a stunning entry into the 7th art by playing the role of Jules Vaughn, alongside actresses such as Zendaya, Sydney Sweeney, Alexa Demie, Barbie Ferreira, among others.<\/p>\n<h2>Hunter Schafer\u2019s remarkable role in the series Euphoria<\/h2>\n<p>In the series Euphoria, Hunter Schafer plays the role of a transgender teenager navigating the tumult of adolescence, sexuality and drug addiction. Her role in the series has won her the admiration of critics and audiences alike. <strong>Hunter Schafer<\/strong> skillfully carries the emotional burden of Jules through the seasons of Euphoria. With her subtle acting and sincere expressions, she translates the rawest emotions, creating a direct connection with a young audience.<\/p>\n<p>Given the popularity of her character, in 2021 she co-wrote a special episode focusing on Jules, which she also produced. Above all, this role represents her own struggle for <strong>LGBTQIA+ rights<\/strong>. As a young transgender woman, she powerfully raises awareness of gender and mental health issues. Through her poignant performance, Hunter Schafer embodies an important voice for a generation in search of its bearings.<\/p>\n<p>On a completely different note, she starred alongside Viola Davis and Rachel Zegler in Francis Lawrence\u2019s Hunger Games: The Ballad of the Serpent and the Songbird. She has also appeared in other films such as Cuckoo, Kinds of Kindness, Belle, etc.<\/p>\n<h2>A model adored by fashion<\/h2>\n<p>In the world of fashion, <strong>Hunter Schafer<\/strong> had already established herself as an iconic figure even before revealing her acting depth on screen. She caught the eye of designers at an early age, her first steps on the catwalk heralding an extraordinary trajectory. She embodies a new spirit, at once organic, poetic and elusive. Since then, she has collaborated with prestigious brands. She soon collaborated with Dior and Miu Miu, who showcased her subversive youth. She has also lent her image to major designers such as Rick Owens, Helmut Lang, Coach, Maison Margiela, Vera Wang and Marc Jacobs.<\/p>\n<h2>A recognized fashion icon<\/h2>\n<p>In 2017, Teen Vogue included her in its \u00ab\u00a021 Under 21\u00a0\u00bb selection, hailing her style and personal commitment. The following year, British newspaper The Observer confirmed her meteoric rise in the <strong>international fashion landscape<\/strong>, placing her among the 46 models to watch. This media recognition is based not only on aesthetic criteria, but on a broader aura that goes far beyond. In 2021, she walked the runway for Mugler\u2019s spring-summer collection. Two years later, she became the face of Angel Elixir fragrance. Today, Hunter Schafer represents this generation of artist models who are redefining the relationship with image.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-37227 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.xlovecam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/hunter-schafer-actrice-icone-trans-img-2-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Hunter Schafer\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.xlovecam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/hunter-schafer-actrice-icone-trans-img-2-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.xlovecam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/hunter-schafer-actrice-icone-trans-img-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.xlovecam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/hunter-schafer-actrice-icone-trans-img-2-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.xlovecam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/hunter-schafer-actrice-icone-trans-img-2-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.xlovecam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/hunter-schafer-actrice-icone-trans-img-2.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>3 things you didn\u2019t know (maybe) about the actress<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Hunter Schafer<\/strong> is more than just an actress; she\u2019s an outgoing person with such unexpected passions as painting and drawing. She also has strong commitments to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.xlovecam.com\/blog\/en\/trans-en\/11-transgender-icons-who-transformed-industry-and-history\/\">LGBT cause<\/a> and the fight for gender identity. Discover 3 key facts about Hunter Schafer below:<\/p>\n<h3>She was once in a relationship with Dominic Fike<\/h3>\n<p>Hunter Schafer was in a relationship with <strong>Dominic Fike<\/strong>, whom she met on the set of the series \u00ab\u00a0Euphoria\u00a0\u00bb. For over a year, the actress and the actor, also a musician, were in perfect love. However, the couple confirmed their separation a few months ago.<\/p>\n<h3>She\u2019s a fan of painting and drawing<\/h3>\n<p>Hunter Schafer\u2019s father was an avid comic-book fan, so she was drawn to drawing from an early age. In an interview with \u00ab\u00a0Num\u00e9ro\u00a0\u00bb magazine, she confided: \u00ab\u00a0In my early childhood, my parents would put me in front of a table with paper and pencils to keep me busy, rather than leaving me in front of the TV. That was one of the first opportunities I had to draw. Since then, this urge has never left me. On social networks, she regularly posts her creations.<\/p>\n<h3>She met Hillary Clinton<\/h3>\n<p>In 2017, Hunter Schafer met with former U.S. First Lady <strong>Hillary Clinton<\/strong>. Together, they debated the dangers of legislation against transgender people.<\/p>\n<p>From model to acclaimed actress, Hunter Schafer has established herself as an influential figure. Her influence extends beyond the screen; as a transgender woman, she uses her voice to defend LGBTQ+ rights. Her journey and commitment make her an inspiring icon for her community and far beyond.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In the Hollywood landscape, Hunter Schafer has established herself not only as a talented actress, but also as a fashion icon, renowned model and import&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":13,"featured_media":37228,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"none","_seopress_titles_title":"Hunter Schafer: trans icon, actress and committed muse","_seopress_titles_desc":"Euphoria actress, Dior muse, LGBTQ+ activist, Hunter Schafer embodies a generation in search of meaning, between art, identity and the struggle for visibility.","_seopress_robots_index":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[15769],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-37230","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-trans-en"},"lang":"en","translations":{"en":37230,"fr":36926,"es":37237,"it":37244,"nl":37251,"pt":37258,"de":37265},"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/www.xlovecam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/hunter-schafer-actrice-icone-trans-img-3.jpg","pll_sync_post":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.xlovecam.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/37230","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.xlovecam.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.xlovecam.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.xlovecam.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/13"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.xlovecam.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=37230"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.xlovecam.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/37230\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":37232,"href":"https:\/\/www.xlovecam.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/37230\/revisions\/37232"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.xlovecam.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/37228"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.xlovecam.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=37230"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.xlovecam.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=37230"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.xlovecam.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=37230"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}