Meet The Girl Who Became a Man
Interview
1937
Australia, Aotearoa (New Zealand)
Peter Alexander, a trans man from Aotearoa (New Zealand), is interviewed in Sydney, Australia about his transition.
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Available Summary:
"Peter Alexander, interviewed in Sydney, speaks of his gender transition from female to male. He discusses the aspects of his personality when younger which influenced his decision, his view of women in society, and his plans for the future. The predominant voice in this clip is that of Alexander, dressed in jacket and tie, talking cheerily about his interest in sport, his awareness that his "male side and personality" were always dominant, his desire to marry and continue with his musical career." -Digital Transgender Archive.
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Peter Alexander was discussed in a two-page sensationalist newspaper article on 20 November 1937, which derisively described him as a "Man-Woman" and "New Zealand's medical wonder", alongside quotes from his future wife's mother and ex-boyfriend, who were distraught and angered by Alexander.
Entry last updated:
8 Feb 2026