Rock singer reveals plan to de-transition as a man 11 years after coming out as trans woman
Life of Agony lead singer Mina Caputo has announced he is de-transitioning to live as a man again, 11 years after coming out as a transgender woman.
The 50-year-old rock vocalist revealed on Instagram that he is reclaiming his birth name, Keith, stating his “gender dysphoria has been cured”.
In a candid video message, Caputo shared plans to remove breast implants and return to living as his “divine male self”.
“I’ve cured my gender dysphoria. It took many years. A lot of walking through the fire, but I rose above my misunderstandings of my soul and my spirit,” Caputo explained.
De-transitioning involves halting or reversing gender transition, which may include stopping medical treatments, changing appearance, or both.
Caputo shared that he has already booked surgery to remove what he termed “fake breasts” in January 2025.
“I’ll be physically completely de-transitioned in 2025. I can’t wait. I feel so free,” he said in the Instagram video.
The announcement came after followers commented on his appearance, with Caputo responding: “It’s like honey lamb, I am a man, I always was a man. You’re just not used to hearing authentic people speak. You’re used to people spitting lies at you about their identity.”
Caputo first began identifying as Mina in 2008, before publicly coming out as transgender in 2011.
The singer revealed he has been off hormone treatments for the past six to seven years.
“I’m making this video because a lot of people throwing me shade, saying I look ugly, and I look like a man,” Caputo shared in his announcement.
He expressed pride in his journey, stating: “I’ve been through so much over the years. I wouldn’t wish gender dysphoria on my worst enemy.
“It’s one of the most uncomfortable things I’ve ever been through in my life, and I’m just so happy that it is f***ing over.”
Life of Agony bassist and co-founder Alan Robert offered support in the video’s comments, writing: “Proud of your journey and your raw honesty. Always here for you no matter what. We ain’t blood but we are real family.”
Whilst de-transitions remain statistically rare, more cases have emerged over the last year.
Research suggests that comprehensive psychological counselling before starting treatment, alongside family support, can reduce chances for regret and de-transitioning.
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