The new Stan original documentary Revealed – Danielle Laidley: Two Tribes will see the AFL Hall of Fame player and transgender woman share her powerful story about having her transition outed in a very public way.
Danielle Laidley played for the AFL teams West Coast Eagles and North Melbourne from 1987 to 1997 and was the coach of the latter from 2003 to 2009.
Her transition wasn’t public knowledge until she was charged with stalking a former partner and drug possession and taken to a police station to have her mug shot taken. Police officers shared the images of Laidley dressed as a woman between them in a WhatsApp group, and the picture leaked to the media and made front page news just hours later.
What is Revealed – Danielle Laidley: Two Tribes about?
The documentary follows Laidley’s childhood, her AFL career and her public outing as a trans woman. It also delves into her role now as an advocate for the transgender community.
“It’s with nervous anticipation that I share my story with Australia – it hasn’t been the easiest path, but I’ve made some treasured memories along the way and met some incredible people,” Laidley said of the doco.
“This story won’t pull any punches; you’ll see me at my lowest points and at my highest, surrounded by those whom I care about most who stood by me through it all. My truth is becoming an increasingly common one in today’s society, and highlights the need for greater inclusivity, understanding and acceptance.”
Is there a trailer?
There sure is! You can watch it below.
Who’s behind Revealed – Danielle Laidley: Two Tribes?
The original documentary is co-written and co-directed by Emmy award-winning Julie Kalceff (First Day) and Sam Matthews (Unboxed), with principal production funding from Screen Australia in association with VicScreen in collaboration with Fremantle Documentaries, with Fremantle handling international distribution.
It is created in conjunction with JAM TV (Stan Original Documentary Series Show Me The Money I & II, Making Their Mark).
“Danelle’s is a remarkable story and one that JAMTV feels privileged to have been entrusted to tell,” Head of Content at JAM TV Luke Tunnecliffe said.
“We’ve known Danielle for many decades so appreciate that she felt comfortable allowing us unfiltered access into her journey. Her life has so many layers and is incredibly nuanced and inspirational at the same time and we feel the audience will get a true insight into her highest of highs, and more recently her lows as she reconnects with those she loves the most.”
Revealed – Danielle Laidley: Two Tribes will air exclusively on Stan on September 19.
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