Korben White, a 16-year-old with fiery red hair, made waves on the internet when he showed up to his high school prom wearing a stunning red skirt and a sequin-speckled tuxedo top. The billowing ballgown perfectly matched his vibrant hair.
Nina Green, the mother of a teenager, shared a viral post of her son all dressed up for prom. Some supporters of the woke movement admired his stylish outfit, while others criticized Nina for supposedly not guiding her child properly.
At the age of 12, Korben White informed his mother, Nina Green. “ He desired to attend his school prom wearing a gown.
By 2022, just four years after stating his goal, the teenager, a bold young drag queen known as Miss Frou Frou, achieved it.
Green discusses her son’s motivation in an interview with the BBC.
“He wanted to go as himself, while expressing his feminine side–with a tuxedo on the top and a dress at the bottom, very much influenced by [American actor] Billy Porter.” She continued, “He wanted to be Korben…but in a dress.”
When Korben got out of the car wearing a shiny red outfit with a white shirt and a big red bow, everyone at Archbishop Sancroft High School in Harleston, Norfolk clapped for his big reveal.
The proud mom shared that when Korben stepped out of the car, everyone erupted in cheers. She mentioned that she couldn’t hold back her tears, and even some of the teachers were crying too. It was a moment of joy because Korben was finally able to be his true self.
“Everyone has been very supportive, and his year group has been incredible. If you let your child be who they are then you’ll get nothing but the best out of them.”
On July 1, Green showed her unwavering support for her son once again by tweeting.
Green, who mentions on Twitter that she doesn’t pay attention to negativity, expresses her wish that other kids and parents will feel inspired by the bond she has with Korben.
“I really hope it will help others be more accepting, let proud parents feel they are not alone, and that they can celebrate their children, and for young people to know there is a network there if they need it.” She continued, “You need to accept your children for who they are.”
Korben Green is truly a courageous young man for openly expressing himself! He is incredibly lucky to have a mom who ignores the negativity and continues to raise him in the best possible way.
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