Dylan Mulvaney Gets Real About Healing After ‘Beergate’ in New Book
Dylan Mulvaney is back in the spotlight, but this time it’s for all the right reasons. In her upcoming memoir, *Paper Doll: Notes from a Late Bloomer*, the trailblazing transgender influencer spills the tea on her infamous “Beergate” episode with Bud Light, where she became the target of a wild online storm after a sponsored partnership. The San Diego-born creator, who first gained fame with her heartwarming “100 Days of Girlhood” TikTok series, experienced brutal backlash, primarily from conservative groups, leading to everything from threats to suicidal thoughts. Yup, it was a rough ride.
Now, two years later, Mulvaney feels “a thousand times stronger” and is ready to share her glow-up journey post-scandal. Reflecting on the ordeal, she admits that the fallout left her feeling abandoned by brands that were supposed to support her, particularly Bud Light, whose response to the controversy felt lukewarm at best. She recalls her disappointment in their failure to robustly condemn the hate directed at the LGBTQ community, an issue that has certainly echoed throughout trans narratives in media and marketing. In fact, this situation points to larger industry trends, with major brands now having to tread carefully in the murky waters of social issues.
But it’s not all doom and gloom in Mulvaney’s world. She’s infused her memoir with everything from hilarious celebrity anecdotes to deep-diving on her adventures with ayahuasca, showing that life has its ups and downs—and that she’s owning every awkward moment of it. “It’s a messy book,” she declares, proving that authenticity will always outshine perfection.
And what’s next? A podcast, a role in a new London musical, and ambitions to be the fabulous “Broadway diva” she knows she can be. Sounds like she’s ready to serve some serious talent on stage! Ultimately, Mulvaney’s mission remains clear: to spread trans joy and acceptance. As she puts it, “I found happiness in a way that I didn’t know if I’d ever experienced again,” echoing the sentiment of many LGBTQ advocates who see art as a powerful tool for healing.
Her journey mirrors a crucial narrative for our times: the need for inclusivity in all corners of the entertainment industry. Here’s hoping that brands and individuals heed her call for a more thoughtful approach moving forward.
Sources: Celebrity Storm and People Magazine, The Advocate, NBC News
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