Margot was born with XY chromosomes and male genitals, but assumes a feminine gender role and identifies as neither male nor female. In Samoan culture, Margot would be known as

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The term "fa'afafine" is used in Samoan culture to describe individuals who are born as males but identify and assume feminine gender roles. This identity is often accepted and respected in Samoan culture and seen as a third gender category. The terms "homosexual" and "ladyboy" do not accurately describe Margot's gender identity and are not specific to Samoan culture. The term "berdache" is also not commonly used in Samoan culture and has been criticized for being a Western term that was imposed on Indigenous cultures to describe gender non-conforming individuals.

Margot Was Born with XY Chromosomes and Male Genitals, but Assumes