Q&A for How to Respond to a Homophobic Comment

If the comment is online, you should block or ignore the person. In real life, if it's someone unavoidable, like a family member, calmly express that you disapprove of their actions. If it's a friend, consider ending the friendship, but be prepared for it to be painful if you've had a good relationship.

A masculine voice does not necessarily indicate that someone is transgender; gender identity is separate from vocal characteristics. The other person might have simply been correcting your assumption or explaining a comedic element of the cartoon. While it's always important to address transphobia, their comment alone, in this context, may not be an indicator. It's best to ask them to clarify their reasoning.

They might be in an unsafe relationship or in denial about their own identity. Simply tell them their behavior is wrong and refrain from further engagement.

You should block them and cease all association. This is unacceptable behavior that you should not tolerate, and cutting off contact is the most effective way to address the problem.

Be proud of who you are and don't let anyone change you because they don't like you. These types of people are scared of different and they try to tear us down because of it. Don't let them define you, be who you are and be true to yourself.