This TV Host's Son Turns Heads with His Transformation – See His Stunning Change

Christian Wilkins is a red carpet regular, online target, and symbol of fearless self-expression — but his transformation didn't happen overnight. From childhood identity to headline-making moments, his evolution is rooted in pride, presence, and the unwavering support of his famous father.

Before he was breaking fashion rules and challenging gender norms on Australian TV, Christian Wilkins was a boy dancing in silk pyjamas and lip-syncing Kylie Minogue. Now he is celebrated for his confidence and trolled for his choices in equal measure.

Nonetheless, the son of a famous TV host has remained unapologetically true to himself. And at the heart of it all? His father's unwavering support. Take a look at Christian's stunning transformation.

Early Signs and Self-Discovery

Christian may now be one of the most recognizable faces on Australian red carpets, but his journey to self-acceptance was anything but effortless.

From an early age, he knew he wasn't like the other boys around him. Growing up in Australia, he stood out — not just for his flair but also for how deeply he felt his difference. Though the words to define it came later, the feeling had always been there.

Christian didn't yet have the language to describe what he was feeling.

"I remember being like, three years old, and [I wanted to go as the Witch of the West for Halloween] and my mum, like, got me green face paint and a little witch's dress," the famous TV host's son recalled in a 2022 interview.

His voice, candid and warm, offered a glimpse into a childhood where imagination had no limits — and, crucially, where his parents didn't impose any. Still, by the time he reached year six, that sense of difference began to weigh on him. He said:

"I kind of went through a period where I did get quite down on myself because I was like, I just feel very different."

The world around him offered few reflections of the person he was becoming. "I went to a great school, but it was in the lower north shore of Sydney. It was very straight, it was very white, and [I wasn't] necessarily seeing people like myself. I kind of was very confused," he shared.

Christian didn't yet have the language to describe what he was feeling. "You're too young to really know what it is that makes you different. You're not necessarily aware that you're gay because you don't have sexual urges at that stage," he said.

For him, there was never a dramatic coming-out moment — because there never needed to be one.

"But I just could tell that I wasn't like other boys, and I really liked wearing dresses, and I didn't know if that was wrong or not," he added. Fortunately, his home life offered something far more affirming.

"I do have really great parents who not only kind of encourage me, but my mom works as a hosting and has a lot of gay friends, and my dad kind of works in entertainment, and is constantly around very camp people," the famous TV host's son said.

"So I think that they sort of just encouraged me to kind of lean into those things because they didn't judge it themselves, which, you know, it's a privilege that not everyone really does have," he continued.

That freedom to express himself extended into the most playful corners of childhood. "Well now that I look back at it, refusing to go to bed at the age of five until I do a lip sync performance of 'On a Night Like This' by Kylie Minogue, probably meant that they were somewhat aware," Christian said, laughing. "I think they clocked it."

For him, there was never a dramatic coming-out moment — because there never needed to be one. He shared:

"I just think there wasn't this expectation that I was straight and that I needed to say these words. It's a web, people, and you can explore whatever you want. It doesn't mean anything, or it's not as weighted as it used to be, you know."

There was, however, one instance that stood out. Christian recalled a time when one of his famous dad's friends suggested, somewhat casually, that his father would appreciate it if Christian explicitly came out.

"I was really angry hearing that," he said. A close friend of his, who was present at the time, immediately pushed back, asking, "Why should he have to do that?"

Nonetheless, Christian went to his father's office to confront him, crying. "I was like 'Why do you want me to say this?'" he recalled. "My dad turned to me and said, 'Darling, if you need to say something, go ahead and say it. But you don't need to tell me anything for me.' I never said it. And I feel grateful for that."

Christian added, "That was so amazing to kind of hear because it never felt like something I wanted or needed to say and I loved that." It was a defining moment — not a declaration, but a confirmation that he was loved exactly as he was.

"It just felt like I was accepted and there was no need to prove myself to be accepted. I just was accepted for who I was," the TV host's son revealed.

A Bold Embrace

Over time, Christian learned to embrace his uniqueness. As a child obsessed with Disney, he wrestled with whether he related more to the prince or the princess. However, after years of internal conflict, he finally found peace in choosing both.

"It wasn't really until I found a community that I actually kind of felt accepted and started dressing how I wanted to dress," he said. "I always wanted to wear makeup but was too scared of what people would say."

A shift in his mindset marked the beginning of Christian's public evolution — and the start of widespread attention. Through his work as a model, brand ambassador, and reality TV personality, he became a visible force in pushing non-binary style into the Australian mainstream.

But with visibility came scrutiny. His appearance on "Dancing with the Stars" propelled him further into the spotlight, where he was judged not only for his dancing but for how he dressed and carried himself. He said:

"It's the fact that not only am I gay but I am effeminate. That seems to really upset a lot of people for some reason. It's one thing to see Harry Styles or Billy Porter do it over in America but seeing someone doing it closer to home, makes it more real for people."

That reality hit hard during the 2022 Logie Awards, where the famous TV host's son arrived in a floor-length, backless gown — a decision that sparked a firestorm of online abuse. "I wore a dress. Get over it," he said.

An example of the kind of abuse Christian regularly faces was on full display in the comments section of a 2021 Instagram post showing him walking in Australian Fashion Week wearing a flowing white dress.

"What is happening to our men," one person commented. Another shared, "Sorry this is just ridiculous!" while a third simply typed, "Sad." While the criticism was harsh, Christian refused to let it shake his sense of self.

"I love fashion and I always have. If everyone dressed this way, I would continue to dress this way," he explained. "I love this form of identity. This is how I choose to express myself and it's something that brings me so much joy."

And while there's still more progress to be made, Christian recognizes how far things have come.

Amid the negativity, there was also a wave of support. "Wow gorgeous," one netizen typed. Another added, "You are stunning" and a third remarked, "SO HOT."

To some, his style choices may seem like headline-chasing — an accusation Christian flatly rejects. "That actually drives me crazy," he said. His motivation runs deeper, rooted not just in self-expression, but in the belief that representation matters. He stated:

"There is no change unless you're seeing it. It's honestly something as simple as seeing a photo in a magazine of a boy wearing a dress. That makes someone feel okay to wear a dress if they want to. Suddenly it's somewhat accepted."

Christian's visibility isn't just about him — it's about the young people just like him who might be watching. "I know it might sound a bit soppy but if I can make a young, queer person's life just the tiniest bit easier through visibility in the media, it's worth it," he shared.

And while there's still more progress to be made, Christian recognizes how far things have come. After all, this is someone who once had to bribe a school bully with an Eminem CD just to avoid being harassed. Today, he stands tall on red carpets, not just dressed up — but fully, proudly himself.

A Famous Father and a Fierce Bond

Christian's father is none other than longtime actor, TV host, and entertainment reporter Richard Wilkins, who has shared a close bond with his son since he was a child.

"My first memory of Dad is driving to the Blue Mountains with him," Christian recalled. "I was four and giggling the whole ride because he and I were wearing matching Timberland shoes. I thought that was super-cool."

That kind of closeness defined their bond. After his parents split when he was just 18 months old, Christian moved in with his father while in high school and stayed well into the COVID-19 era.

Their shared life in Sydney was filled with adventures that felt impossibly glamorous to a young boy — spontaneous trips to museums, the monorail, and department store Christmas runs. "Dad and I always did things together that felt so exciting," Christian said.

From TV rituals to dinner table debates (mostly about sneaking vegetables into a meat-and-potatoes diet), their home was full of laughter, inside jokes, and deep understanding.

There was never any doubt about his father's love or support — something Christian came to appreciate even more as he met others in the LGBTQ+ community who didn't have the same experience. He said:

"You just assume this kind of support is normal. It wasn't until I started going out to gay bars and making gay friends that I realized so many people have really negative stories about coming out to their parents."

That support has remained steadfast, even as Christian's fame and individuality stirred public conversation — and criticism. In June 2024, the world learned just how fiercely his father had his back.

When Christian was labeled a "nepo baby" after topping a list of Australia's most privileged offspring, Richard didn't hold back. "I get a little irritated because you look at any law firm or panel beaters and they all embrace their families and give their kids jobs and help them with their lives," he stated.

"Why wouldn't you do that? That's what being a parent is, helping your child. Yes, you might open a door, but he has to walk through," Richard added. Christian, meanwhile, laughed off the term. He remarked:

"I feel very grateful to be my dad's son and if that's what being a nepo baby is, then whatever."

Christian's journey from a self-aware child who loved lip-syncing Kylie Minogue to a bold, unapologetic force in fashion and media is rooted in authenticity, resilience, and unwavering family support.

While his style turns heads, it's his confidence, visibility, and the strength of his bond with his father that truly define his transformation.