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Minnesota's Denise Winkelman reflects on conservative upbringing in comedy special

BELTRAMI COUNTY, MINNESOTA, AUG 9 – Denise Winkelman’s debut special blends humor with themes of self-acceptance, reflecting on her transgender journey and conservative Midwestern upbringing, Comedy Dynamics said.

  • On Aug. 19, Denise Winkelman unveils her debut special Bougie on a Budget via Comedy Dynamics on Apple TV, Amazon Prime Video and YouTube.
  • Growing up in Minnesota, Winkelman reflects on her conservative Midwestern upbringing, attending church and Bible camps, with her father serving as a local pastor.
  • Following her relocation, Winkelman began her switch to comedy after moving from Cincinnati to Denver, supported by fellow wrestlers.
  • Emerging from the pandemic, Winkelman has performed throughout southern California and reflects on her upbringing in her comedy special.
  • Winkelman hopes the authenticity theme, emphasizing `the real theme is to be yourself, be authentic`, resonates with audiences through her self-acceptance message.
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Minnesota's Denise Winkelman reflects on conservative upbringing in comedy special

The Northome native's debut comedy special, set to release Aug. 19, explores her Midwestern roots and how they continue to shape her journey as a transgender woman living in Los Angeles today.

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Inforum broke the news in Fargo, United States on Saturday, August 9, 2025.
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