Royce White Wig Pic: Former NBA Player Embraces 'Feminine Era' Amid WNBA Draft Buzz
Former NBA player and U.S. Senate candidate Royce White has stirred significant social media discussion after posting a picture of himself in a wig on X, declaring he's in his 'feminine era' and expressing a desire to play in the WNBA. This bold move by the 35-year-old intensifies the debate surrounding transgender athlete inclusion in women's sports.
Former NBA first-round draft pick and current Minnesota U.S. Senate candidate Royce White has sparked widespread conversation across social media with a recent post featuring him in a blonde wig, embracing what he terms his "feminine era." The unexpected move comes as White, 35, publicly announced his intention to declare for the 2027 WNBA Draft, adding another layer to the intensifying debate around transgender athlete inclusion in women's sports. Will Former NBA players Enes Kanter Freedom and Royce White Play in WNBA?
White shared his new look on X (formerly Twitter) on August 9, 2026, alongside a provocative caption. "It came y'all… My 1st wig! Tomorrow I test it on the court. This is my feminine era glow up, did I slay? If y'all don't 'yassss queen' you're transphobic. I really don't understand all the hatred, I just want to play some hoops with my fellow ladies," White wrote.
Royce White Wig Pic
It came y'all... My 1st wig! Tomorrow I test it on the court. This is my feminine era glow up, did I slay? If y'all don't "yassss queen" you're transphobic. I really don't understand all the hatred, I just want to play some hoops with my fellow ladies. 💅🏽
Royce White for U.S.… pic.twitter.com/I98XCP6TFh
— Royce White 🇺🇸 (@Highway_30) August 9, 2026
Royce White Dons Wig
Live with Alex Jones, I’m a Pro-Life sometimes identifying as a Black woman. Why can’t people on the left be more supportive? All this hatred is making my transition that much more difficult. I already have to deal with White supremacy and now this too?
Royce White for U.S.… pic.twitter.com/MredluwAMs
— Royce White 🇺🇸 (@Highway_30) August 9, 2026
A Bold Statement and WNBA Aspirations
White's post is a direct continuation of his recent foray into the WNBA eligibility discourse. His declaration for the 2027 WNBA Draft follows closely on the heels of a similar announcement by fellow former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom, both men citing their identification as transgender women. This development has prompted WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert to schedule urgent meetings to address the league's policy on transgender athletes. WNBA Transgender Eligibility Rules Explained: Enes Kanter, Royce White, and the 2027 Draft Controversy.
White has framed his actions as a stand against perceived bigotry and a desire to challenge the WNBA's current eligibility guidelines. He also told Fox News that he now identifies as transgender for professional basketball purposes and is "having a blast in my feminine era," believing the WNBA would be bigoted to block his entry and arguing he would boost fan interest.
Royce White's Diverse Career Path
Royce White, born on April 10, 1991, was a highly touted prospect when the Houston Rockets selected him 16th overall in the 2012 NBA Draft. However, his NBA career was significantly hampered by his well-documented struggles with Generalized Anxiety Disorder and a fear of flying, leading to disputes with the Rockets over accommodation. He ultimately played only three games in the NBA, all for the Sacramento Kings in 2014, averaging 3.0 minutes per game.
Beyond professional basketball, White has carved out a distinct path in politics. He was the Republican nominee for a U.S. Senate seat in Minnesota in 2024 and is currently a candidate for another Senate seat in Minnesota in the 2026 election, aiming for the seat held by retiring Senator Tina Smith. His public profile often involves conservative political commentary and activism.
White's latest public display, combining personal expression with a challenge to professional sports policy, ensures he remains a prominent figure at the intersection of sports, social issues, and politics. The WNBA's deliberations and the reactions to White's "feminine era" are set to continue generating headlines as the 2027 WNBA Draft approaches.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Aug 11, 2026 01:06 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
