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Juliana Joel Made History Playing the First Trans Character on Disney Channel & She’s Just Getting Started

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Even while talking through Zoom with a spotty Internet connection, Juliana Joel’s confidence, charisma, and undeniable charm beams through the screen and lights up my dreary office. Perhaps it’s because the actress just made history for playing the first transgender character on the Disney Channel with her role as Nikki on “Raven’s Home.” All I know is that we just met, but speaking with her feels like catching up with a prima who I haven’t seen in years. We connect over our experiences growing up as queer Puerto Ricans in Catholic homes and making careers in spaces that weren’t made for us.

Case in point: Joel has always wanted to act in films and TV, but even after attending performing arts schools her whole life, she didn’t believe that what she saw on the screen was attainable for her.

“Coming from this small Puerto Rican family, I didn’t know anyone in the entertainment industry,” Joel tells Refinery29 Somos. “I honestly thought you had to be born into that world to have a chance to be in it.”

But when her character Nikki first appeared on “Raven’s Home” — a spinoff of Raven-Symoné’s beloved “That’s So Raven” — on July 8 in an episode aptly titled “The Fierce Awakens,” it is immediately clear that Joel is right where she belongs. In fact, while Nikki was originally only supposed to appear on “Raven’s Home” for two episodes, Joel’s performance and commitment to claim space for herself has led to the role being expanded. On the show, Nikki is an aloof yet charming assistant to Raven Baxter. While she may not be the best at her job, Nikki often manages to save the day for the whole crew, and she makes everyone laugh while doing it.

“To live a life full of so much rejection and so much hate, and to then choose a career that is 90% rejections, you have to really want it, and you have to really know who you are,” Joel says. “Now I’m able to walk into these rooms and onto these sets without seeking validation and just enjoy the moment.”

While the historic role is Joel’s biggest part yet, her success hasn’t come overnight. After moving from Florida to Los Angeles to pursue acting as a young adult, she had a difficult time trying to embody other characters because she often felt like she was acting out a gender that wasn’t her own in her everyday life. After taking several years to figure out who she is, and most importantly, letting go of the need for anyone to validate who she is, she made the decision to transition. Once she did, she continued to give acting — as a career, and no longer as part of her personal life — all she has.

Playing Nikki has been nothing short of joyful. When Joel first started acting, the representation of trans people on television was limited to nameless corpses on “Law and Order: SVU” and other tragic characters that do nothing to show viewers the character’s humanity. Nori Reed, who created the character of Nikki, has given Joel the opportunity to play a role that is not just another tragic storyline, but instead someone who is funny, compassionate, and undeniably human. “[Nikki] is just there to make you laugh, and I love that because we are just people. Trans people are just people,” she says.

Joel also appreciates that Nikki exists on a show for young people, who get to acquaint themselves with trans people and stories through a positive, fun, and multidimensional character. “The reality is that most [people in] this country have never met a trans person, let alone knows and engages with one personally,” Joel says. “What they see on TV about us is how they form their opinions and what they start to believe. We need to put [our stories] out there until they become the norm.”

Still, working on Disney Channel as a trans Latina comes with many emotions. Earlier this year, LGBTQ employees at Disney, and queer Disney fans across the world, protested the company after learning it initially refused to denounce Florida’s homophobic and transphobic Don’t Say Gay legislation that prohibits teachers from speaking about LGBTQ+ issues in the classroom. While she’s grateful that the company supported her character, and of all the strides Disney has made toward LGBTQ inclusivity with trans characters in “Owl House” and “Baymax!,” Joel does not see Nikki’s place on Disney Channel as redemption.

“I’m not taking Nikki’s character as a way for Disney to think that everything’s hunky-dory and that they’re truly supportive of and allies to the community,” she says.

While she is on the network, however, she intends to provide representation of trans people that she and so many others have always wanted to see and deserve, like ensuring that her Latinidad is celebrated as much as her transness. For many queer people of color, it is common for us to sever off one identity when we are honoring another: in Latine spaces, we may have to dial down our queerness; in queer spaces, we have to dial down our Latinidad.

“People talk about having a seat at the table, and I’m here trying to fill two seats: the Puerto Rican one and the trans one,” Joel says.

As many industries are emphasizing diversity and inclusivity, Joel knows that being included doesn’t always mean being supported or accepted. In moments like these, she encourages other trans people of color not to let their ideas of what the world may not accept about them stop them from following their dreams.

“Your life is a movie. You are the star,” she says. “The movie won’t be made if you don’t show up to set every day and create it.”

Up next in her own dream-fulfilling journey: playing Steph in Netflix’s sci-fi martial-arts action film “Absolute Dominion” out in 2023.

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Pheromones, Mini Fans, Dining Chairs, & More July Reader Favorites

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If summer were a movie, July would be the climax — so it makes sense that this month's best-selling reader favorites were truly exciting. Per our anonymous shopping data, sensual pheromones snuck their way into Amazon carts, trendy bug sprays became tote bag staples, and readers wanted to get in our sisterhood of the traveling swimsuit. The list goes on (literally).

Did we forget to mention July was the ultimate sale trifecta? The Shopping team dutifully sifted through Fourth of July weekend sales, Amazon Prime Day deals, AND Nordstrom Anniversary Sale discounts while readers shopped 'til they dropped. That being said, we've reached summer's falling action: August. So, to quell any and all Autumn scaries, let us reminisce on these peculiar and popular purchases from the last 30 days ahead.

At Refinery29, we’re here to help you navigate this overwhelming world of stuff. All of our market picks are independently selected and curated by the editorial team. All product details reflect the price and availability at the time of publication. If you buy or click on something we link to on our site, Refinery29 may earn commission.

West Elm Classon Recycled Plastic Shell Chair (Set of 2)

If home office chairs were our preoccupation throughout 2020 and 2021, then dining chairs have taken the throne in 2022. This fantastic plastic bundle was a major July best-seller — we blame it on that 40% off limited-time discount.

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**West Elm** Classon Recycled Plastic Shell Chair (Set of 2, $, available at West Elm

Jisulife Handheld Mini Fan, 3-In-1 Hand Fan

New York's hottest club is, well, quite literally *too* hot to handle. Instead of soaking their clothing in sweat last month, our readers opted for this equal parts adorable and functional mini fan from Amazon. Take one stroll through Brooklyn, and you're guaranteed to see one buzzin' around IRL. Get it while it's hot!

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**‎JISULIFE** Handheld Mini Fan, 3 IN 1 Hand Fan, $, available at Amazon

Kinfield Golden Hour

First comes summer, then comes mosquitos, thereafter comes the logical next step: bug spray. But Kinfield's Golden Hour isn't just a bug spray, it's a *cool* bug spray. Add this clean, DEET-free best-seller to your cart and enjoy the feel of bite-free arms, plus the pleasant aroma of sweet vanilla citrus. Trust, one of our writers put her skin on the line at a bustling NYC park — to her delight, Golden Hour "was strong enough to ward the critters off."

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**Kinfield** Golden Hour, $, available at Kinfield

Crest 3D White Luxe Whitestrips Professional Effects

Your safest bet on any Amazon Prime Day is stocking up on dental essentials — specifically Crest Whitestrips. While the infamous stain-remover reverted back to its original price tag, we still think the perpetual best-seller is worth adding to your cart.

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**Crest** 3D White Luxe Whitestrips Professional Effects, $, available at Amazon

Pure Instinct The Original Pheromone Infused Essential Oil Perfume

People want a meet-cute with a little extra *oomph* these days, and pheromones — placebo effect or otherwise — add that missing pizzazz. While we can't attest to its sensual effects, we can say it made its way into a myriad of readers' Amazon hauls last month.

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**Pure Instinct** The Original Pheromone Infused Essential Oil Perfume, $, available at Amazon

Sam Edelman Savanna Sandal

In Sam Edelman we (and a boatload of R29 readers) trust. From comfy to soles to stylish colorways, we can't get enough of this brand's perspective on footwear. The Savanna Sandal garnered plenty of fame in Nordstrom's Anniversary Sale and still cashes in for under $100 without the limited-time deal.

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**Circus by Sam Edelman** Savanna Sandal, $, available at Nordstrom

Everlane The Billow Tiered Maxi Dress

As for Fourth of July sales, Everlane's cotton maxi took the top spot on our anonymous shopping data charts. The flowy, 50%-off garment truly has us crying tiers *wink* of joy.

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**Everlane** The Billow Tiered Maxi Dress, $, available at Everlane

H&M 7-Pack Hipster Briefs

H&M's 100% organic cotton briefs made a surprising debut as a best-seller last month. Typically, Pact hipsters or Knickey bikini bundles dominate our cotton undies round-up, but in July, readers scooped up packs of these simple breathable basics (and for under $20 at that).

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**H&M** 7-pack Hipster Briefs, $, available at H&M

Better Love Blowfish Clitoral Stimulator

R29 readers are quite the loyal bunch — the Better Love Blowfish remains a best-seller month after month, so it's only right we give the two-in-one gadget its flowers once again. According to on-site reviews, it's "small" but "powerful" and "works great especially with a partner!"

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**Blowfish** Blowfish Clitoral Stimulator, $, available at Ella Paradis

Calpak Oh Joy! Portable Charger

Ditch the Low Power Mode stress and keep your phone ready to go with this snazzy portable charger that doubles as a luggage tag. A nifty travel accessory indeed.

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**Calpak** Portable Charger, $, available at Calpak

Beis Weekend Travel Bag

In June we watched Beis's Sport Duffle soar in sales, but the brand's Weekend Travel Bag claimed all the July fame in our weekender roundup. Needless to say, Shay Mitchell knows how to craft some quality duffles.

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**Béis** Weekend Travel Bag, $, available at Nordstrom

Lululemon Hike to Swim Short"

Our beauty writer found her new "hot girl walk uniform" last month: practically anything from Lululemon's new line of hiking essentials. Water-ready hiking shorts, convertible hiking pants, and cushiony crew socks were just a few of her faves while trekking around Los Angeles's Topanga State Park.

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**Lululemon** Hike to Swim Short 6", $, available at Lululemon

Away F.A.R Duffle 55L

Can you believe I, a bonafide city girl, and a few other lucky writers took to the great outdoors in July complements of cult-favorite luggage retailer Away. While I was a tad anxious about my new surroundings, the brand's fresh line of water-resistant duffles, versatile backpacks, packing organizers, and more kept me fully prepped for Virginia's countryside. I highly recommend.

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**Away** F.A.R Duffle 55L, $, available at Away

Asystem x Maude Female Libido Gummies

Our sex and wellness writer had only good things to say about her heightened sex drive after she popped a few of Asystem's libido-enhancing gummies. If you're in the mood to be put in THE mood, give these tasty snacks a try.

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**asystem x maude** Female Libido Gummies, $, available at Asystem

Mia Puzzle Necklace

Like I said, I had an adventurous July. And, after the entire 30-day rollercoaster, Mia's affordable stainless steel jewelry came out completely unscathed. From baths to beach trips to workouts, not a single part of my skin turned green nor were there any scratches. Even the ring that unfortunately got stuck on my finger for weeks left my epidermis imprinted but 100% stain-free.

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**Mia** Puzzle Necklace, $, available at Mia

Coco & Eve Sweet Repair Hair Mask

Summer involves salty ocean dips, chlorine pool dunks, lake cannonballs, and all kinds of activities that are big-hair no-nos. As we enter August, our strands definitely need some serious TLC. Coco & Eve's sweet hair mask is the perfect addition to our routines. For $35, you can score stronger, frizz-free follicles and jump into fall with what our beauty writer eloquently described as "commercial-worthy strands."

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**Coco & Eve** Sweet Repair Hair Mask, $, available at Coco & Eve

YouSwim Poise Cheeky Two-Piece

Just when we thought nothing could top Brandy Melville''s "one size fits all," the British swimwear brand YouSwim introduced us to its line "seven-sizes-in-one" suits. To test these claims, nine of our editors gave the swimsuits a whirl, and to our surprise, everyone looked pretty darn good. We'll call it the sisterhood of the traveling swimsuit.

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**Youswim** Poise Cheeky Two-Piece, $, available at Youswim

Dr. Scholl's Ultra Exfoliating Foot Peel Mask

Our generous beauty writer took on for the team in July and flaunted her feet online. Why? To see if the Dr. Scholl's exfoliating foot sheet mask was worth the hype. Apparently, it was. She wrote, "In addition to rendering them insanely soft, they somehow looked brighter and more even-toned, too." Oh, how a-peel-ing.

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Dr.Scholl's Ultra Exfoliating Foot Peel Mask, 1 Pair, $, available at Amazon

Onyx Professional Hard As Hoof Nail Strengthening Cream

The scientists over at Onyx Professional should give themselves many pats on the back. Hard as Hoof is a bonafide R29-reader favorite from our hit list of Amazon beauty hidden gems (quite literally going on two years now).

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**Onyx Professional** Hard As Hoof Nail Strengthening Cream, $, available at Amazon

Skims Fits Everybody High Neck Bodysuit

To accurately answer the question on every bodysuit devotee's mind, "Is Skims worth the hype?" our affiliate writer Chichi Offor tried a few pieces on for size in July. According to her, the high neck "makes it virtually impossible for any embarrassing wardrobe malfunctions" and she didn't even need a bra to achieve an "adequate amount of lift." The hype was, in fact, correct.

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**Skims** Fits Everybody High Neck Bodysuit, $, available at Skims

Saatva Organic Cotton Channel Quilt

Refinery29 readers can't get enough of Saatva's sustainable mattresses, so it was only a matter of time before its organic bedding made our monthly best-sellers list. Hello, 100% cotton sateen weaves and breezy summer snoozes.

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**Saatva** Organic Cotton Channel Quilt, $, available at Saatva

Art Knacky Pet Lamp

Full transparency? We have no idea why this kooky feline lamp was a July best-seller. But according to the trends in our anonymous shopping data, it's $248 well spent.

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**Art Knacky** Art Knacky Pet Table Lamp, $, available at Anthropologie

Quince Premium Down Alternative Comforter

After my very own Quince Linen Duvet Cover Set review hit the site, readers fell in love with the retailer's 100% cotton, hypoallergenic alternative down comforter. According to one happy on-site reviewer, it "legit feels like sleeping in clouds."

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**Quince** Premium Down Alternative Comforter, $, available at Quince

Alan Oken Pocket Guide to the Tarot, Revised

One Amazon reviewer describes Alan Oken's piece as "small enough to carry and packed full of information." Our own shopping team writer Mercedes Viera swooned over its "super-fresh perspective." All in all, if you're on the hunt for a meaningful crash course on the ancient practice, look no further.

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**Alan Oken** Pocket Guide to the Tarot, Revised, $, available at Amazon

Hot Octopuss Kurve

What Hot Octopuss's best-selling G-spot vibe lacks in tentacles, it makes up for overwhelming arousal. Our sex and wellness writer Charlotte Lewis "ascended to another plane" when using it in tandem with a buzzy bullet and gave it her expert stamp of approval.

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**Hot Octopuss** KURVE, $, available at Hot Octopuss

Duradry AM Stick

Combine your new mini fan with Duradry's three-step deodorizing system, and you'll find yourself summer-proof in even the swampiest conditions. A standard deo stick in the AM, a gel for the evening, and a wash for the shower, the routine tamed our writer's perspiration. You can give it a try for 15% off with the code DRY15 (on first orders only).

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**Duradry** Duradry AM Stick, $, available at Duradry

Out From Under Modern Love Corset

Shapewear is having a moment — from Skims body suits to corsets — and is no longer confined beneath the shackles of our clothing. For instance, this viral UO corset made our beauty writer Karina Hoshikawa look absolutely stunning in her July review.

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**Out From Under** Modern Love Corset, $, available at Urban Outfitters

Alex Mill Standard Short Jumpsuit

Our fashion writer Vivien Lee added the famous Alex Mill jumpsuit to her collection last month. Except, rather than the classic full-coverage suit she scored the summery short edition. That breathable cotton fabric combined with such an airy silhouette made her want to "live in it all summer." Oh, it also made her feel like a "badass boss." We're sold.

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**Alex Mill** Standard Short Jumpsuit in Cotton Twill, $, available at Alex Mill

Apple AirPods Pro

After dental artistry, Apple AirPods Pro are the ultimate Amazon Prime Day top seller every year. Lucky for us, they're still 28% off.

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**Apple** AirPods Pro, $, available at Amazon

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Pheromones, Mini Fans, Dining Chairs, & More July Reader Favorites

West Elm Classon Recycled Plastic Shell Chair (Set of 2)

Jisulife Handheld Mini Fan, 3-In-1 Hand Fan

Kinfield Golden Hour

Crest 3D White Luxe Whitestrips Professional Effects

Pure Instinct The Original Pheromone Infused Essential Oil Perfume

Sam Edelman Savanna Sandal

Everlane The Billow Tiered Maxi Dress

H&M 7-Pack Hipster Briefs

Better Love Blowfish Clitoral Stimulator

Calpak Oh Joy! Portable Charger

Beis Weekend Travel Bag

Lululemon Hike to Swim Short"

Away F.A.R Duffle 55L

Asystem x Maude Female Libido Gummies

Mia Puzzle Necklace

Coco & Eve Sweet Repair Hair Mask

YouSwim Poise Cheeky Two-Piece

Dr. Scholl's Ultra Exfoliating Foot Peel Mask

Onyx Professional Hard As Hoof Nail Strengthening Cream

Skims Fits Everybody High Neck Bodysuit

Saatva Organic Cotton Channel Quilt

Art Knacky Pet Lamp

Quince Premium Down Alternative Comforter

Alan Oken Pocket Guide to the Tarot, Revised

Hot Octopuss Kurve

Duradry AM Stick

Out From Under Modern Love Corset

Alex Mill Standard Short Jumpsuit

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