Rachel reaffirmed her transracial identification in a 2019 documentary, calling herself ‘unapologetically Black’ in spite of the criticism.
Dr. Ronnie Gladden’s work has been commended by Rachel, who said it “encourages us to expand our concept of acceptance and inclusion.”
Dr. Ronnie, who graduated from Northern Kentucky University with a PhD in educational leadership, believes that racial differences are neither biological or intrinsic.
According to them, race is a social construct that is influenced by how individuals see and interact with one another as well as how they treat themselves.
In their book, Ronnie states, “I know race is not real.” “The only reason it is so is because society says so.” At the age of 19, Ronnie had surgery, including “some work on the lips” and her first nose job.
They admit that their look does not convey to the outside world their inner sense of being a white lady, even if they apply foundation that is lighter than their skin tone.
