Date 02/04/2017 - News People
Patricia Arquette tearfully paid tribute to her late transgender sister, Alexis, while being honored at the 28th annual GLAAD Media Awards in Beverly Hills, California, on Saturday. Alexis, an avid transgender activist, died in September due to complications related to HIV/AIDS, but Patricia has continued supporting and advocating for the LGBTQ community and was named this year?s Vanguard Award recipient for her efforts. EXCLUSIVE: Patricia Arquette Calls Alexis? Oscars ?In Memoriam? Snub ?a Real Slight to the Trans Community? In an emotional speech at the Beverly Hilton hotel, the 48-year-old actress praised her sister?s bravery and determination to ?move the world forward.?