Whose Line Is It Anyway? improv actor Colin Mochrie is the kind of parent who would go to the ends of the earth to fight for his trans daughter, including taking on the trolls who direspected her on social media.
The haters would soon discover their pathetic remarks were no match for the blow delivered by the comedic actor.
When Kinley Mochrie came out to her parents in April 2016, she didn't doubt for a second they would be nothing but loving and supportive.
In January 2017, as all of Mochrie's followers on Facebook and family knew of his daughter's transition, the Canadian actor decided to share a message on Twitter about acceptance.
He posted:
My 90-yr-old mother-in-law and 87-yr-old mother love and acceptance of our trans daughter warms me. Wonder why some who are younger can't.— Colin Mochrie (@Colin Mochrie) 1484501203.0
The tweet got more likes and comments than the actor expected. Since then, Mochrie openly shared news of his family to a much broader audience.
I got a career from a show that exploited my one skill. I found a partner that makes every day in my life better an… https://t.co/Ye1LdkZtZe— Colin Mochrie (@Colin Mochrie) 1511151263.0
On Monday, September 3, in a Facebook post accompanied by a beautiful family portrait, the proud father wrote:
"Happy birthday to my lovely daughter!"
"28 years old and everything we've ever hoped for in a child."
While the post got plenty of love, the trolls were not kind and posted judgemental comments blasting Kinley on her birthday.
Like Facebook user Jack Orchard...
(Screenshot from Boredpanda)
...or LoriAnn Stewart.
(Screenshot from Boredpanda)
But Colin Mochrie had the perfect response to the rude comments on his celebratory Facebook post.
The actor took to both Facebook and Twitter and posted:
"Thanks to the fans of this page for being supportive and human."
"To the trolls, my thoughts and prayers to your body for losing it's mind and soul so tragically."
Thanks to the fans of this page for being supportive and human. To the trolls, my thoughts and prayers to your bod… https://t.co/7UaggLXyl9— Colin Mochrie (@Colin Mochrie) 1536065624.0
As far as fans are concerned, this dad is winning.
@colinmochrie I am appalled that your daughter was treated this way. Please let her know that people who spew hate… https://t.co/tYug4rGent— Penelope June (@Penelope June) 1536378408.0
@colinmochrie I’m sorry you’ve been subject to trolling. It’s not fair and you don’t deserve it. You’re awesome and… https://t.co/9B0YVm1g4k— Elizabeth O'Mahoney (@Elizabeth O'Mahoney) 1536066003.0
@colinmochrie Dearest Colin, you are loved and lovable. So is your family. Thanks for being kind; a class act.— Chris Greenwood (@Chris Greenwood) 1536067490.0
@colinmochrie Already thought you were on of the funniest humans on earth now I believe you are one of best humans… https://t.co/g8nlU6jWGx— jane rutledge (@jane rutledge) 1536322878.0
@colinmochrie You're using your powers for good. That's what I call a superhero.— 🇨🇦 Rob Davis (@🇨🇦 Rob Davis) 1536068330.0
@colinmochrie Said like a pro, 1000 points to you! All the love in the world to you, your wife and your daughter. S… https://t.co/qpnTyjPKcY— daniella minniti (@daniella minniti) 1536069388.0
@colinmochrie All aboard!!!! Attention transphobics, this troll train is departing for Ignorant City. Please mind t… https://t.co/53DMCzRcga— AModernBluestocking (@AModernBluestocking) 1536360676.0
Colin's love for his daughter inspired others to come forward with their own stories of struggle and acceptance.
@colinmochrie I have a trans daughter too and I’m so proud to be her mum. I wish everyone could show love and support to our amazing kiddos— Lady (@Lady) 1536328844.0
@colinmochrie Dear Mr. Mochrie, I followed you bc I saw an article on your support of your daughter. I truly hope s… https://t.co/p5uCTJoMCE— Kelli Wood (@Kelli Wood) 1536359017.0
@colinmochrie As a fellow parent to a trans child, I applaud and deeply respect your capacity to truly love uncondi… https://t.co/6dsngSGtdd— Jess (@Jess) 1536270757.0
@colinmochrie Acceptance and unconditional love are the tenets of parenthood. You have shown an amazing amount of b… https://t.co/LKt77enjgz— Lori Dorn (@Lori Dorn) 1536353082.0
@colinmochrie Well done Sir! As a mother to a trans child it is wonderful to see the love and support for your chi… https://t.co/QDPpK2XgUG— Dawn Marie (@Dawn Marie) 1536348147.0
Colin told CBC's Wendy Mesley that he consulted with Kinley before making that first Twitter post back in January 2017.
"I think we were both idiotic in a way."
"I didn't really think of the full ramifications. I just thought 'I'm just putting this positive thing out there.'"
And while the comedian was fully supportive of his daughter's gender transition, he couldn't help but be concerned about her safety when statistics show violence against transgender people, especially women, is so prevalent.
Mochrie said his first thought for his daughter was:
"God, let her be safe."
Mochrie was away from home when Kinley came out to her mother. The actor said he wondered:
"You go through this thing, 'Oh, well now my child has changed genders, does that mean that previous child is now gone'?''
"But then, once Kinley came through the door, I went 'Oh yeah, its my kid', its the exact same kid, but as I say 'with a different coat on'."
Watch the video interview of father and daughter from CBC: The National, below.
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Redditor Deviant55 wanted to talk about physical intimacy in relationships, so they asked:
"How important is sex to you in a relationship? Could you be with someone you love even if sex was off the table indefinitely?"
I learned how much sex matters in my last relationship.
Once I wasn't interested, it kind of killed everything.
Forever
GIF by moodmanGiphy"When my wife of 30+ years became too ill for sex to be even remotely interesting for her, I certainly did not end the relationship. I loved her and I took care of her until she died. No other course even occurred to me."
fvillion
Frustration
"When I met my wife we couldn’t keep our hands off each other. This lasted a few years. I was in my mid-twenties when we married. She developed a chronic medical issue. I’ve gone twenty years being sexually frustrated. There are stages and phases to this."
"What I came to realize is that I love my wife. Yes, sex is important in our relationship. But I would rather have her in my life with no sex than have sex without her."
"The thing is, I love her. She can’t help her situation. I can’t help it. One deals with it. Marriage is more than sex. It is building a life and memories, raising a family, and loving each other regardless of the challenges life throws our way. But sex is very important. It helps keep the closeness and the emotional bond. But it isn’t the only thing that does that."
QuietusNoctis
I Love Her
"It is complicated. I am in a near-sexless marriage. The wife needs antidepressants to function. And it kills her libido. So usually it is four to six times a year. My libido rages. And yeah, it sucks. I dream of more sex."
"But I love the chick. She loves me to the moon and back. I’m not willing to sacrifice her love so I can try dating again. Divorce rates these days? And I found a woman who more than tolerates me, she loves me. I’ll stay. And not to be crude but yeah I masturbate. A lot. She doesn’t begrudge me that. Occasionally she even encourages it."
"She went off her meds for a while. And man did we do it. But she was a mess. I need her healthy more than I need a shag. We travel together. We enjoy each other’s company. We actually like each other. I could claim that it is hell, but I choose to see all of the good I am blessed with."
painthawg_goose
Heartless
"Quite important. But I think it depends on where you are in the relationship. I've been married for 10 years. I have kids. If my wife suddenly couldn't have sex with me for some reason -- illness or injury or something -- I'm not divorcing her over it. That's heartless."
"Now, if she just decided we weren't ever having sex again because she didn't feel like it, that'd be different. Or if I was just starting to date someone and they told me they'd never have sex, I probably just wouldn't keep pursuing the relationship. Plenty of people out there who will."
Arkhangelzk
Necessity
"It depends on the circumstances. I LOVE doing it with my man but I love his heart and soul more. If we had to stop having sex for medical reasons or something I’d definitely stay with him and stay faithful. If I was single, I think it’s unlikely I’d start a new relationship knowing it would be sex free."
Fit_Technology8240
Heart and soul is just as necessary and hot and sweaty.
At least a lot of people recognize that.
Percentages
Giphy"Sex life is 10% of a relationship when it’s good and 90% of a relationship when it’s bad."
jakovichontwitch
"The other way I've heard it put is that sex is like the bathroom in your house. It's not the only reason you bought the house, but if it's not working it's a big problem."
molten_dragon
Age Related
"50-year-old here married for 27 years. It’s not important. It was important when we were younger but honestly, if sex wasn’t possible I would still love my wife and really nothing about our day would really change."
Kantforall
"I’ve been reading these comments and wishing that everyone’s age was flared on their post because I sense that there are a lot of under-60-year-olds. I am older than my wife but she is starting menopause and I can see the writing on the wall. Not super thrilled but I love her completely and understand. The real intimacy is in how we still (and will always) want to sleep touching each other and waking up next to each other."
caffeinated-hijinx
Kiss Me
"I honestly considered this before. I absolutely adored this guy. It was like a child relationship; we'd kiss and cuddle and hold hands and things, but he wouldn't have sex with me, nor would he commit properly. Any time we came close to sex, he'd go soft or back off."
"I couldn't understand it, wondered if I could keep doing that. My sex drive was wild. Why kiss and the rest but not sex?"
"Then one day he told me he was in love with me and asked me out properly. I said yes there and then, had a wonderful day with him, but when I went home, I was left questioning if I could possibly live without sex. I decided that yeah, I loved him but it would be tough."
"We had sex the next day. So yes, I think I probably could."
Adventurous_Train_48
Touchy/affectionate...
"It's very important. I'm a very affectionate and physical person and touch/caresses and anything physical is one of my love languages. I couldn't function with someone who is the opposite of me or who's uncomfortable with how I am. I already was in a relationship with someone who wasn't that touchy/affectionate and it created frustration for both of us."
Borboleta77
Don't Look at Me
"I am in a sexless relationship. He has erectile dysfunction and I really don't like sex in general. I'm really uncomfortable naked or even vulnerable. I'm shy around him despite the relationship being 10 years nearly, I'm even shy around my family and friends. Everything about sex makes me feel so embarrassed, and I feel nothing but negative feelings when I used to be sexually active. Not through choice of partner, I just hate that sort of attention."
NucularOrchid
Definitive!
Shake Handshake GIF by OriginalsGiphy"10/10. Sexual incompatibility is a deal breaker!"
oeeiae
Sex is important but not everything.
Until it is everything if it becomes an issue.
Good luck couples. Open and honest communication is key.
