Glamour UK's 2025 Women of the Year Awards honored nine trans women on its cover, sparking debate over gender identity and inclusion.

Glamour UK’s 2025 Women of the Year Awards, held on October 30, 2025, drew widespread attention after the magazine’s cover featured nine transgender women—Munroe Bergdorf, Maxine Heron, Taira, Munya, Bel Priestly, Dani St. James, Ceval Omar, Mya Mehmi, and Shon Faye—wearing “Protect The Dolls” shirts. The selection, tied to advocacy amid rising anti-trans sentiment and political challenges in the UK, sparked backlash from critics including J.K. Rowling, who questioned the definition of womanhood and accused the magazine of undermining cisgender women. Glamour defended the decision, stating it honored trailblazers in activism, fashion, and media while amplifying marginalized voices. The event, attended by celebrities and activists, highlighted ongoing cultural debates over gender identity, representation, and inclusion.