“I’m truly honored to have received this appointment and am eager and excited about this opportunity that is before me. And at the same time, as one of the first transgender presidential appointees to the federal government, I hope that I will soon be one of hundreds, and that this appointment opens future opportunities for many others."Amanda is on the board of directors of the National Center for Transgender Equality and she has been appointed Senior Technical Advisor to the Department of Commerce by Obama.
Patrick Stewart will be Knighted
Great news for Patrick/Picard fans.
Patrick will be Sir Patrick for now on...
Patrick Stewart has been awarded with a knighthood for his services to drama.
The 'Star Trek' actor was named in the Queen's New Year Honours list, alongside other famous faces including Status Quo musicians Rick Parfitt and Francis Rossi.
Stewart commented that he is "very proud" of the accolade, adding: "This is an honour that embraces those actors, directors and creative teams who have in these recent years helped fill my life with inspiration, companionship and sheer fun."
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