It takes a real man or woman to play a character of the opposite sex. Whether done for fun or to create a more profound impact on media and art, cross dressing stars are nothing new to Hollywood.
Patrick Swayze
In light of his recent passing, we must mention him first. Patrick was straight class in everything he touched for the big screen and you know we felt the same about him in To Wong Foo Thanks For Everything, Julie Newmar. Long live Vida Boheme.
Wesley Snipes
He might be one of the toughest vampire hunters around, but he’s also one fine woman. Snipes played Swayze’s top competitor, Noxeema Jackson in Too Wong Foo Thanks for Everything, Julie Newmar.
John Leguizamo
The final drag queen, or rather princess, of To Wong Foo, John Leguizamo plays Chi-Chi along. Chi-Chi is the “Latina Marilyn Monroe. I've got more legs than a bucket of chicken!”
John Travolta
As Mrs. Edna Turnblad, John Travolta takes a break from serious roles to play the overweight mother of Miss Tracy Turnblad, Baltimore’s newest addition to its popular dance show.
Hilary Swank
Hilary Swank plays Brandon Teena in Boys Don’t Cry, a movie based on the real life of a transgendered teen. Hillary did such an outstanding job in the emotional role, she landed herself an Oscar for Best Actress in a Leading Role.
Robin Williams
Everyone wanted a cool nanny like Mrs. Doubtfire looking after them growing up. She played soccer. She set her fake boobs on fire. She was Robin Williams as a very convincing older woman.
Tim Curry
And the man who might not have started it all, but is certainly most famous for his outlandish roles dressed in drag. Tim Curry has become an underground icon for his promiscuous role in Rocky Horror Picture Show – a true cult classic.
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