Get ready for a gripping true crime biopic that delves into the extraordinary life of Dwen Curry. BET+ has just released the highly anticipated trailer for Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story, premiering exclusively on the streaming platform on Thursday, February 27.

Starring Dyllón Burnside (Pose) in the lead role, alongside D.B. Woodside (9-1-1: Lone Star) and A.J. Johnson (Baby Boy), this BET+ Original film brings to life the coming-of-age tale of the Oakland icon.

Based on the powerful true story, Fighting to Be Me follows Detroit native Dwen Curry, who relocates to Oakland, CA, in the early 90s in an effort to overcome drug addiction and depression. Rising to fame as a successful salon owner and celebrity stylist, Dwen embraces a glamorous lifestyle but secretly turns to fraud to maintain it. While navigating the perils of a double life, Dwen also grapples with self-acceptance, sexuality, and identity, ultimately embarking on a transformative journey from living as a gay man to fully embracing her identity as a transgender woman.

Packed with glitz, glamour, and high-stakes drama, Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story explores themes of family, love, identity, and the perilous consequences of leading a criminal life.

Don’t miss the premiere of Fighting to Be Me: The Dwen Curry Story on BET+ this February 27. Stay tuned for an unforgettable ride through resilience, transformation, and survival.