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On the set of Degrassi: Sneak peek at trans character’s upcoming episode

Xtra chats with writer Michael Grassi and Jordan Todosey, who plays the role of Adam

By Michael Pihach • August 8, 2010 8:00 pm EDT

Trans character Adam, portrayed by Jordan Todosey, in a scene from an upcoming episode of Degrassi. Credit: courtesy of Epitome Pictures

Hit teen TV show Degrassi has introduced its first trans character this season, and Xtra went on set to speak with actress Jordan Todosey, who plays the role of Adam. Watch our interviews with Todosey and writer Michael Grassi, and watch a clip of an upcoming episode featuring Adam.

Watch Degrassi in Canada on MuchMusic from Monday to Thursday at 9pm ET/ 6pm PT. The show airs on TeenNick in the United States. Adam’s storyline comes to a head in the episodes airing Aug 11 and 12. Catch the episodes online at muchmusic.com/tv/degrassi.