Gabrielle Boulianne-Tremblay

Gabrielle Boulianne-Tremblay, born on July 27, 1990, in La Malbaie, Quebec, is a talented Canadian actress and writer. Known for her compelling performances, she gained significant recognition for her role as Klas Batalo in the 2016 film Those Who Make Revolution Halfway Only Dig Their Own Graves (Ceux qui font les révolutions à moitié n'ont fait que se creuser un tombeau), which earned her a nomination for Best Supporting Actress at the fifth Canadian Screen Awards. This marked a historic moment as she became the first transgender woman nominated for an acting award at the Canadian Screen Awards or its predecessor, the Genie Awards.

Gabrielle's journey in the arts began with short films and documentaries before she made her feature film debut. In addition to her acting career, she is also an accomplished writer. Her poetry collection, Le ventre des volcans, was published in two thousand fifteen by Les Éditions de l'étoile de mer, showcasing her literary talent.

In two thousand twenty-one, she released her autobiographical novel, La fille d'elle-même. The English translation, Dandelion Daughter, translated by Eli Tareq El Bechelany-Lynch, was published in two thousand twenty-three and became a finalist for the Ferro-Grumley Award for LGBT literature in two thousand twenty-four. Gabrielle's contributions to literature and film continue to inspire many.

In two thousand twenty-five, she served on the jury for the Dayne Ogilvie Prize, further solidifying her influence in the arts community. Gabrielle Boulianne-Tremblay's work reflects her unique perspective and commitment to storytelling, making her a prominent figure in contemporary Canadian culture.