Directing
Jake Graf
Jake Graf hails from London and is a prominent transgender actor, writer, and director residing in the United Kingdom. His work primarily focuses on crafting short films that explore transgender themes, with the aim of making queer and trans narratives more relatable and accessible to a broader audience. Graf's films often highlight the everyday realities faced by trans men, bringing authenticity to their stories.
From a young age, Graf was outspoken about his identity as a boy, despite being raised as a girl. This inner conflict led to feelings of isolation during his childhood. As he entered puberty, he learned to suppress these emotions until he began his transition at the age of 28.
Graf's entry into the film industry began with a screenplay that detailed his experiences transitioning from female to male. Notable short films, including "X-WHY" (2011), "Brace" (2015), and "Chance" (2015), allowed him to candidly share his journey and shed light on the complexities of being transgender.
In his personal life, Jake Graf became engaged to his partner, Hannah Winterbourne, in 2017 after proposing in New York City. Winterbourne, an engineer with the British Army, stands as the highest-ranking transgender officer in her field. The couple has expressed plans to start a family, likely through surrogacy, as they continue to navigate their lives together.
