Who is Alexis Black?
Grant "Alexis Black" Freeman is an Ohio-born somatic healer and fitness coach who publicly came out as transgender in October 2024.
The Controversial Incident at the Gym
A viral confrontation occurred between musician Tish Hyman and Alexis Black, a transgender woman and gym member at the Beverly Hills location of Gold's Gym, now operating as EoS Fitness. The event sparked widespread online debate concerning privacy, safety, and transgender inclusion in public spaces.
Details of the Confrontation
Tish Hyman shouted, "grown men with big d***s [are] in the women's locker room," during the incident, which was recorded by Brazilian journalist Paulo Francisco while several bystanders filmed.
Hyman, known for songs like "Subway Art" and "Home for Christmas," confronted Alexis Black, identifying her as "a man in the women's locker room."
Aftermath and Reactions
Following the incident, Hyman posted on Instagram claiming that she and "multiple women" had filed several written complaints about the same individual before any management action was taken.
"The gym staff has done absolutely nothing," she wrote, calling for a boycott of EoS Fitness while denying accusations of transphobia. "I treat people how I want to be treated... but this isn't right."
The gym confirmed that Hyman's membership was terminated. A Gold's Gym spokesperson clarified the location had switched to an EoS Fitness franchise, and EoS is currently reviewing the situation.
Summary: The dispute between Alexis Black and Tish Hyman highlights ongoing tensions around transgender inclusion and safety in public gym spaces, reflecting broader societal challenges.
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