Elliot Page’s character of Viktor Hargreeves in the show Umbrella Academy will come out as transgender in its third season.
The actor, who came out personally in 2020, announced on Twitter on March 29. Alongside a new photo from season three, writing, "Meet Viktor Hargreeves."
In response, Netflix confirmed the character update, responding to Page's post with "Welcome to the family, Viktor…we're so happy you're here."
According to Variety, Page played cisgender woman Vanya Hargreeves in seasons one and two. Viktor will use he/him/his pronouns.
A teaser for the show's third season, premiering June 22, still referred to Page's character as Vanya. It remains unclear how the show will handle Viktor's transition.
From the events of the second season, The third season will feature the rise of the Sparrow Academy.
Meet Viktor Hargreeves ☂️@UmbrellaAcad pic.twitter.com/ZraQNBhfTb
— Elliot Page (@TheElliotPage) March 29, 2022
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