Ian Alexander on How 'The OA' Finally Made Him Feel Accepted by His Parents

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  • Опубликовано: 1 ноя 2024

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  • @justinbaugh3050
    @justinbaugh3050 5 лет назад +919

    The OA is incredible! From the story to the cast.. it’s an instant classic

    • @AndiieTee
      @AndiieTee 5 лет назад +10

      I think it's amazing for people in the spiritual community for finally see a show like this finally starting to reach more people :)

    • @noordurranimusic
      @noordurranimusic Год назад +1

      !!

  • @ellahoughton6812
    @ellahoughton6812 5 лет назад +1560

    He went to my school before he got really famous, I love him

  • @kcmn0089
    @kcmn0089 5 лет назад +1033

    Number one, I didn't think that the comments section would be open, number two: so glad there aren't any mean comments.

    • @kimw8056
      @kimw8056 5 лет назад +15

      kcmn00 That's the first thing I said/ felt too, I was surprised by the same thing you were.

    • @mirathefirst149
      @mirathefirst149 5 лет назад

      the comments on Ellen's Instagram were so mean though

  • @ziyaadbassier8998
    @ziyaadbassier8998 5 лет назад +1316

    Ah his voice is so soothing! Could listen to him speak for hours

    • @quilynn
      @quilynn 5 лет назад +50

      i'm low-key really excited to hear his voice change with testosterone (and his character Buck's voice too)

    • @XxForeverAlone21xX
      @XxForeverAlone21xX 5 лет назад +23

      Nosuperman Ian goes by he/him.

    • @erincarpenter4508
      @erincarpenter4508 5 лет назад +3

      @@manriquebuk He prefers him ( he isnt "done" yet, he says )

    • @erincarpenter4508
      @erincarpenter4508 5 лет назад +1

      @@quilynn Yea ! It is developing almost to an "Ellen Page" sound - i love it!

    • @godhateseveryonewhodoesntr5977
      @godhateseveryonewhodoesntr5977 5 лет назад +7

      Then I guess you like female voices

  • @itsagabe
    @itsagabe 5 лет назад +1491

    Ian is criminally stylish for a teen. I'm sure that's against the law or something.

    • @mialynne6910
      @mialynne6910 5 лет назад +10

      I love Ian!!!

    • @Dillinger86
      @Dillinger86 5 лет назад +11

      the 80's called and they want they're earrings back.

    • @OneFlewOverTheCuckoo1999
      @OneFlewOverTheCuckoo1999 4 года назад +4

      Dillinger R. Those do kind of look like Boy George earrings. I love Boy George. Karma Chameleon is one of my favorite songs.

    • @lanagaga7504
      @lanagaga7504 4 года назад +1

      yes

    • @rikardandersson5582
      @rikardandersson5582 2 года назад

      If a cis male wore the same makeup, you would tell him to "grow up" and consider him a narcissist attentionwhore, this proves you haven't fully accepted Ian as male

  • @MacAeda
    @MacAeda 5 лет назад +192

    My boy ian is on Ellen AND starting T in the same week? Im so proud! Nothing but love for him

  • @evanlatiolais2236
    @evanlatiolais2236 5 лет назад +271

    i’m sooo ready for the oa part 3, the ending of part 2 was so cool ugh brit is a theatrical genius

  • @FieryFlamingFajitas
    @FieryFlamingFajitas 5 лет назад +224

    It's like Brit wrote the character specifically for him

    • @AndiieTee
      @AndiieTee 5 лет назад +13

      there's a reason he felt so drawn to apply for the role :)

  • @SrtBthay
    @SrtBthay 5 лет назад +452

    Yes! Ellen loves OA so now Netflix can't cancel it cause that would literally be a crime

    • @jackiejackieplayz3791
      @jackiejackieplayz3791 5 лет назад +3

      Fr 😂

    • @jenjen462
      @jenjen462 5 лет назад +24

      Boycott the cancellation!

    • @nishuthakkar4054
      @nishuthakkar4054 4 года назад +10

      They need to resume this show my god.. it sucks to not have more episodes and finish the story

    • @iffleedison9871
      @iffleedison9871 4 года назад +5

      The fact that they did tho :(

    • @Zafor-ium
      @Zafor-ium 3 года назад

      @@nishuthakkar4054 its not making enough money, not as much people have watched it.

  • @efoy_ivyhund6172
    @efoy_ivyhund6172 5 лет назад +244

    He looked SO happy for those tickets! 😁

  • @KultraGamer
    @KultraGamer 5 лет назад +202

    The cast, the Show, Brit. Amazing Amazing!! Wishing Ian the best on his personal journey. So glad The OA is getting recognized more. Such a beautiful show!

  • @emilym7251
    @emilym7251 5 лет назад +119

    He is a brilliant actor, I can't believe he had no prior acting experience!!!! I love how things just happen like this. It was meant to be ((:

  • @petersaysthings
    @petersaysthings 5 лет назад +223

    Ahhhh I’m so glad Ellen loves The OA, and Brit and Ian look stunning as always!! 😊 I’ve been worried since Netflix hasn’t done the best at promoting this show, and likes on what is promoted seem lower than the rest of their stuff. But hopefully this helps 💚 We need Part 3!!

  • @Dafawama
    @Dafawama 5 лет назад +11

    Ian, you are such a handsome young man. Your soul seems kind and giving. May the world be open, accepting, and nurturing towards you.

  • @thetuningfactory1345
    @thetuningfactory1345 5 лет назад +73

    Best show I have watched in a LONG LONG TIME, the OA is a true masterpiece.

    • @AndiieTee
      @AndiieTee 5 лет назад +1

      it's amazing that poeple in the spiritual community finally get to see a show that feels so real in our minds. Not sure if others feel this way but im so happy this show was released

  • @lafregaste
    @lafregaste 5 лет назад +329

    As a trans male I know how hard it is to be who you are specially when the people around you don't help... Congrats on starting T!!

    • @sweetangiegirl1
      @sweetangiegirl1 5 лет назад +5

      I need to ask a serious question. When someone is a trans woman, that means a man who feels they are a woman. Is that right? And Ian, is he a girl who feels like he's a male? The full makeup is throwing me.

    • @agnes_ash
      @agnes_ash 5 лет назад +1

      I love you...no matter what. And for sure I am not the only one.

    • @kellym9443
      @kellym9443 5 лет назад +4

      sweetangiegirl1 yes, except we don’t say they “feel like” the gender they identify, they just are! Yes Ian was born female but he is male now

    • @edgewolf66
      @edgewolf66 3 года назад

      @@sweetangiegirl1 More & more males are embracing the makeup trend, straight or LGBTQ+
      Not for me, but cool to see people being themselves (I am guilty of using foundation in my school years due to acne LOL)!

    • @hsd287
      @hsd287 Месяц назад

      Well TLOU 2 did help him 😂❤

  • @alonzotanner1226
    @alonzotanner1226 4 года назад +15

    He seems like a nice dude. Bless him. Glad he is being given roles in Hollywood. Just found out he got a role in Star Trek discovery. Congratulations and all the best to him!

    • @rikardandersson5582
      @rikardandersson5582 2 года назад

      Your "progressive" Hollywood bans makeup and alternative fashion on cis male characters and you have to cut your hair short in a plain haircut if you want to make it in Hollywood as a cis male
      The anger of lack of tolerance for transwomen is caused by denying transwomen the female privilege of getting to express yourself with makeup and outlandish clothes without being considered narcissistic or immature
      You both want the cake and eat it

  • @b_bri305
    @b_bri305 5 лет назад +15

    Aww this makes my heart so happy. Happy birthday Ian! You are such an inspiration and I love your character in the OA! ♥️

  • @blizzard1199
    @blizzard1199 5 лет назад +13

    To Ian, Brit, Zal, and the entire OA cast on behalf of every fan I think it's safe to say we all love you and your show and the talent of every person that helped to create this wonderful work of art

  • @RileyMidnight
    @RileyMidnight 4 года назад +37

    Am I the only one here because I googled Lev’s actor from TLOU2??

    • @jaimie-leeward1817
      @jaimie-leeward1817 4 года назад +2

      Yes and I wanted to hear his voice it kinda sounds lev but a bit higher

    • @Nameless-dw5nv
      @Nameless-dw5nv 4 года назад +3

      @@jaimie-leeward1817 he's on testosterone and having a deeper voice now

    • @Nameless-dw5nv
      @Nameless-dw5nv 4 года назад +1

      I love both The OA and TLOU2 btw

    • @Seablobel8
      @Seablobel8 4 года назад +1

      Yep

  • @MissBelle127
    @MissBelle127 5 лет назад +6

    I love the oa so much I’m so happy it’s getting promotion and we can see more interviews of the cast &Brit Marling. She is amazing!!!

  • @joseaod15
    @joseaod15 5 лет назад +10

    He did such a great job on both seasons. He was my favorite character 😊

  • @colin.bloechl
    @colin.bloechl 5 лет назад +143

    I click on anything oa as soon as I see it

  • @travelswithauntieann2551
    @travelswithauntieann2551 5 лет назад +96

    Ian is just gorgeous, a beautiful soul 🌹🌸💕

  • @claudinediamond2555
    @claudinediamond2555 3 года назад +3

    I want a season 3!!! Someone please pick the show up!!!

  • @DanTasmic
    @DanTasmic 4 года назад +21

    Just realized that that Ian voiced a character in the video game, “Last Of Us Part 2!”

  • @claudinediamond2555
    @claudinediamond2555 3 года назад +2

    I have crated some amazing art inspired by this show. Bring it back!!!

  • @jordonbennett4194
    @jordonbennett4194 6 месяцев назад +2

    Wow that's incredibly awesome

  • @momokenzo8
    @momokenzo8 5 лет назад +80

    Everything about this show is amazing, the cast is beyond great. LOVE IT!

  • @fathousecat2366
    @fathousecat2366 5 лет назад +14

    Ian was always a nice kid. He deserves every opportunity and any kindness that comes his way. Thankful I ever knew him. YALL SHOULD STAN HIM BC HES ONE OF THE RARE UNPROBLEMATIC CELEBRITIES.

  • @laurenw6120
    @laurenw6120 5 лет назад +4

    Ian has grown up SO MUCH since part I came out. I'm so proud of him

  • @jo0ls_dee
    @jo0ls_dee 5 лет назад +2

    I think it's such a great interview to include online (ie on RUclips) because transitioning is a very expensive process but it can truly be vital for someone's survival. I'm so glad these things are being spoken about more openly. And enjoy the movie Ian :)

  • @MattGoktugSar
    @MattGoktugSar 5 лет назад +9

    The OA is simply incredible. That ending of Part II was shocking 😱

  • @gamerhoee8877
    @gamerhoee8877 5 лет назад +52

    I love them. They both are a part of the most beautiful serie in the whole world lol. Love them tooooo much!🤩🥵

  • @carolynconron9555
    @carolynconron9555 5 лет назад +1

    He is so unconventional and I love it. making us all proud I rlly could cry

  • @kerimoore2422
    @kerimoore2422 5 лет назад +40

    I love the OA, Britt & the cast. He’s such a beautiful person.

  • @cobrabear6497
    @cobrabear6497 3 года назад +3

    My boy did such a great job as Lev

  • @nehachaudhary6046
    @nehachaudhary6046 5 лет назад +9

    OA is out of this world....I mean amidst all the average shows, it stands out like a gem in the haystack....loved the concept,the story, the cast... literally everything about it. 💋💋💋

  • @d.m9945
    @d.m9945 5 лет назад +274

    How much are you paying him?? Lol

  • @dianar.1220
    @dianar.1220 5 лет назад +48

    Ian Alexander is amazing! Thanks for sharing your story.

    • @LennyBruiser
      @LennyBruiser 5 лет назад

      Diana R your account is fake and based on algorithms

  • @Olivia-lp8yz
    @Olivia-lp8yz 5 лет назад +33

    Literally the best show on Netflix

  • @isabelledoodles6100
    @isabelledoodles6100 5 лет назад +26

    I am so happy that he feels accepted and I am so happy that he gets to start testosterone. He is an perfect example that not all trans guys have to be excessively masculine and can wear makeup. I am so proud to be a non binary person and it lights up my day when I see things like this

    • @Illogical_Tales
      @Illogical_Tales 2 года назад +1

      You can watch some of his more recent videos. His voice is lower, but still quite pleasant

  • @TheWisestWizards
    @TheWisestWizards 5 лет назад +2

    Amazing performances across the board from all of the young actors on The OA. The Emmys should be ashamed for ignoring this show.

  • @user-gj7bf8bf7t
    @user-gj7bf8bf7t 5 лет назад +5

    Does anyone else love how Brit sat there quietly in the most supportive way, not adding any comments or anything, just letting the spotlight shine on him. True OA.

  • @matiastorrejon9669
    @matiastorrejon9669 5 лет назад

    I've just finished season 2 of The OA and I'm just excited. All the cast, the story, the script...it's all just perfectly devised. I loved it. All amazing actors. Brit is so talented as a director and as an actress. Really looking forward to next seasons

  • @timcharlebois2532
    @timcharlebois2532 4 года назад +15

    Ian: Yes, I'm struggling financially because I have to pay out-of-pocket for the FTM medical expenses I need to survive.
    Ellen: Oh! Well, here's a giftcard to the movies!!
    Audience: *claps*

  • @bichoocho7843
    @bichoocho7843 3 года назад

    I just want to say that Ian is too adorable and stylish to be of this planet. I love him so much

  • @idontknowanymore8968
    @idontknowanymore8968 5 лет назад +3

    LOVE LOVE LOVE THE OA, ELLEN AND ANYONE WHO IS BRAVE ENOUGH TO TAKE THEIR JOURNEY AND LIVE IN THEIR TRUTH.... 1 LIFE, 1 LOVE :-)

  • @Tayskiiest91
    @Tayskiiest91 5 лет назад +2

    He. Has the most beautiful soul ever 💜

  • @jordankelley8034
    @jordankelley8034 5 лет назад +5

    ian finally getting the recognition HE DESERVES

  • @GreenFrog35
    @GreenFrog35 5 лет назад

    I love the emotion when the cast members of the OA talk. They picked such an amazing cast on and off the screen.

  • @babydollface
    @babydollface 5 лет назад +69

    He's really cute omg

  • @Lavidadejuanka
    @Lavidadejuanka 2 года назад +2

    The Best - The Netflix The OA ❤️❤️❤️❤️🥰🥰🧚

  • @pedrorana7
    @pedrorana7 5 лет назад +5

    Isn't he the cutest? Omg I'm in love

  • @Iamtheone842
    @Iamtheone842 3 года назад

    His voice is so soothing

  • @bbloodyangel1
    @bbloodyangel1 5 лет назад +8

    these are beautiful and inspiring people

  • @zackd2852
    @zackd2852 5 лет назад +4

    I am a huge fan now of Ian and Brit~~!! The OA is sooooooo good!

  • @weirdasheechul
    @weirdasheechul 5 лет назад +2

    He is soooo cute omg I didn't knew his personality was this good

  • @leaamber7949
    @leaamber7949 5 лет назад +2

    I love the OA! It hits on so many levels of real life and fantasy. ❤️

    • @AndiieTee
      @AndiieTee 5 лет назад

      maybe all of it is just real life ;) hehe

  • @alexaaa8642
    @alexaaa8642 5 лет назад +7

    I love Ian and Brit 😭❤️❤️

  • @yeanlonglai6354
    @yeanlonglai6354 5 лет назад +1

    Lifetime movie ticket! Ian is so lucky!

  • @mz5863
    @mz5863 5 лет назад +1

    This kid is beyond amazing

  • @mintmindy
    @mintmindy 5 лет назад

    Ian's words touched me so much. I am so glad Brit Marling and the other creators created The OA - a beautiful story that opens our minds and gives people the chance to be who they are

    • @rikardandersson5582
      @rikardandersson5582 2 года назад

      The fact that you would deem a cismale in makeup immature just proves you haven't fully accepted Ian as male
      It's like transmen are the only ones who should be allowed to go against the traditional dresscodes and be able to wear makeup according to you feminists

  • @edentwin7386
    @edentwin7386 5 лет назад +38

    i already finished watching the second season HEEELP I NEED MOORE

    • @cow365
      @cow365 5 лет назад +1

      This is season 3

    • @edentwin7386
      @edentwin7386 5 лет назад

      @@cow365 i don t think so , they re promoting their second season

    • @cow365
      @cow365 5 лет назад

      @@edentwin7386 Was a joke abput how meta the show has gotten

  • @goldenpepsi6751
    @goldenpepsi6751 4 года назад +7

    Who came here after The Last of Us II

  • @yeisonrendon4714
    @yeisonrendon4714 5 лет назад +12

    OMG, I love this show

  • @MarcosLife
    @MarcosLife 5 лет назад +8

    He’s so cuteee omg

  • @SugarcoatedChainsaw
    @SugarcoatedChainsaw 5 лет назад

    he was so grateful for those movie tickets :') i'm so glad he and brit got to be on ellen

  • @Raven_Black_252
    @Raven_Black_252 4 года назад +1

    Omg I watched both The OA and The Last of Us, I knew Ian was playing Lev in tlou but I never made the connection between those! I just now realized he was in the oa

  • @splishsplash42
    @splishsplash42 2 года назад +1

    They are amazing 🥰😭

  • @a.c.7539
    @a.c.7539 5 лет назад +9

    I love the show and the cast. However, I need more episodes because I'm going through a withdrawal.

    • @xfilesfan5439
      @xfilesfan5439 5 лет назад +1

      Same! I started re-watching s1 because I need more of OA too) If you haven't seen 'The Sound of My Voice', 'Another Earth', 'The East' or 'I, Origin', I highly recommend to check them all. Brit's in all of them and these movies have the same feel to it as the OA.

  • @DeepakVerma-vu6df
    @DeepakVerma-vu6df 5 лет назад +7

    You're so great Ian and very very brave also. I wish I am also like you!!
    Thanks Ellen for inviting such a brave heart.

  • @Vanessailuvyuh
    @Vanessailuvyuh 5 лет назад

    Ian Alexander is so pure omg

  • @thekennek
    @thekennek 5 лет назад +5

    Omg he’s so beautiful. It just physically but like him as a whole

  • @artbydawnae
    @artbydawnae 5 лет назад +1

    Ian we love you, you’re awesome 💗

  • @PalmurcioWorld
    @PalmurcioWorld 5 лет назад

    He has a beautiful speaking voice

  • @luisr6955
    @luisr6955 5 лет назад +4

    He's so cute. Been a fan since the first season ❤️

  • @AshtonBurbich
    @AshtonBurbich 5 лет назад

    This makes my heart happy.

  • @concrete_dog
    @concrete_dog 5 лет назад

    So sweet! I mean can anyone look at this and not agree that these are just normal people living out their own lives being happy the way they are, doing what they love?

  • @shobhakumari6523
    @shobhakumari6523 5 лет назад +3

    Amazing Show and love Brit and Ian💓

  • @eleazarmando
    @eleazarmando 5 лет назад +12

    she literally just pulled out a LIFETIME supply of fandango tickets on the casual.

  • @manfredpetersen
    @manfredpetersen 5 лет назад +3

    Will in future amazing work always great inspiration

  • @donrightgaming1455
    @donrightgaming1455 3 года назад +1

    I wish the oa would come back

  • @scarlettsapphire780
    @scarlettsapphire780 4 года назад

    I'm still shook that it got canceled like it was super good I'm not even kidding

  • @shahdk.516
    @shahdk.516 5 лет назад

    Ian is so freaking precious

  • @kimdestresskiller1202
    @kimdestresskiller1202 5 лет назад

    I love you Allen ,you inspire me

  • @petehaug
    @petehaug 5 лет назад +16

    WATCH THE OA

  • @lisavandefilm
    @lisavandefilm 5 лет назад

    I followed Ian on Tumblr and I remember him reblogging that casting post being shocked that it fit his description so pefectly. So great to see how far he’s come!

    • @rosieg6989
      @rosieg6989 3 года назад

      Wait, he has tumblr?! Is his account still active?

  • @estignatic
    @estignatic 4 года назад +2

    I still can't believe Netflix cancelled The OA.

  • @chychy7559
    @chychy7559 5 лет назад +14

    Can Hayley Kiyoko come on the show please?

  • @Pipelih
    @Pipelih 5 лет назад +1

    he's so adorableeeeee

  • @Moonitot
    @Moonitot Год назад +1

    He is so cute ❤
    I loved him in last of us II

  • @superalejcc
    @superalejcc 5 лет назад +2

    Wow, he’s beautiful. ❤️

  • @alfonsonevarez9336
    @alfonsonevarez9336 5 лет назад +4

    I waited so freaking long for part II of The OA and I finished it in two days. Aaaaahhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!!!!!! When is part III coming out? Ugh....

  • @Socrateez0217
    @Socrateez0217 5 лет назад

    I used to see ian on persicope talking about being broke lol. Nice to see youre up on the ellen show!! Keep it up!! 👍🏻

  • @alexserote2046
    @alexserote2046 4 года назад

    I went to school and church with him. His dad is literally one of my closest friends. I knew him before he was a he. I'm glad he's doing well now

  • @timeforbeans
    @timeforbeans 5 лет назад +1

    I love the OA! Please make more seasons! This show is amazing!

  • @karleighlouise696
    @karleighlouise696 5 лет назад +3

    NEVER CLICKED SO FAST ON A VIDEO

  • @alixali7552
    @alixali7552 5 лет назад +1

    beautiful guest

  • @irenemoriarty3803
    @irenemoriarty3803 5 лет назад

    Brit and her listening face. I just love! Ughh my god I love Brit