The Umbrella Academy: Elliot Page Reflects on Coming Out and Viktor's Journey

The hit Netflix series, *The Umbrella Academy*, has resonated with viewers and actors alike, delivering a compelling story of a dysfunctional superhero family. For Elliot Page, who plays Viktor Hargreeves, the show has been particularly impactful, serving as a platform for personal growth and reflection.

In an exclusive interview with PEOPLE, Page opened up about the profound impact of coming out as transgender in December 2020, and how it has shaped his experience on the show. The actor explained that the decision to reintroduce his character as Viktor in season 3 brought a sense of deep comfort and authenticity to his acting.

"That's been the big shift for me is having a lot of my experience post coming out as trans," Page shared. "The difference is so significant, and I love it." He added that the opportunity to explore Viktor's journey, particularly in the show's final season, has been profoundly rewarding.

Season 4 sees Viktor grappling with past traumas and confronting Reginald Hargreeves, his estranged father. Page found this intense emotional arc particularly satisfying, noting that "it's just so juicy, and so much of Viktor's journey is leading to that moment, his ability to express himself and to stand up for himself."

Beyond the personal significance for Page, Viktor's character arc has also resonated deeply with viewers. His co-star, Emmy Raver-Lampman, who plays Viktor's sister Allison, spoke about the powerful impact of representation on the show's diverse fanbase.

"Being in the show, I've had the opportunity of getting to meet so many of our incredible fans," she explained, "and a lot of them are young women of colour and young Black women, and they've told me how much it means to them to see themselves in this show." Raver-Lampman underscored the importance of diverse casting and its impact on the storytelling and viewership.

As *The Umbrella Academy

prepares to conclude with its fourth and final season, Page expressed his hope that the ending will provide fans with a sense of closure and emotional connection. "I just hope people are moved and feel connected to the siblings at the end and you're with us in that moment," he shared.

The final season of *The Umbrella Academy

is set to premiere globally on Netflix on August 8th.