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The international singing sensation is the first transman to grace Mega Man magazine.

Charice Pempengco makes history as she appears on the cover of Mega Man magazine for the month of June.
 
The international singing sensation is the first transman to grace the magazine’s cover, “a move that can only be described as bold and daring” according to the publishing. 

 

In a move that can only be described as bold and daring, we tread unprecedented waters with headline-making international singing sensation Charice on the cover of MEGA Man. Looking equal parts sartorial and rugged in dressed up denim from the best of local and menswear and of course, Levi’s (@levis_ph), Charice speaks her truth and we come to know and understand on the most personal level yet. By most accounts, this has never been done before and whatever way the pendulum will swing, this was a move worth taking. Taking liberty and inspiration from the bahani of Mindanao’s Bagobo tribe, we dissect the way of the warrior as both a feared savage and a revered pillar of an old-world community and handsomely decorate them in the best of Philippine menswear. Whatever the case or realization may be, there is one thing we are sure of—we couldn’t be prouder of this decision than we already are. You should be, too. Also this month, we join MEGA (@mega_magazine) in celebrating the power of unity through its #TheNewPH campaign. Grab a copy of our latest issue in the nearest bookstore or newsstand nationwide or tap the link in our bio to download the e-mag now. #ChariceForMegaMan #ChariceXLiveInLevisPH #MegaManXLevisPH #LiveInLevisPH

A photo posted by MEGA Man (@megaman_magazine) on May 31, 2016 at 3:44am PDT

 
“Charice speaks her truth and we come to know and understand on the most personal level yet,” Mega Man’s Instagram post claimed.
 
“By most accounts, this has never been done before and whatever way the pendulum will swing, this was a move worth taking,” it continued

Charice came out as a lesbian in June 2013, but claims that she has been aware of her sexuality at the early age of five.
 
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