62, Stronger Than Ever: A San Francisco Trans Man Who Transitioned After 50, Built a Fitness Life, and Separated From His Biological Family

Choosing himself led to confidence and personal freedom.

January 5, 2026

This article was last updated by Alisha Shrestha on January 4, 2026

At 62, Terry Love Cameron stands firmly in the life he chose—stronger, healthier, and more fulfilled than ever.

Living openly as a trans man for five years, Terry transitioned later in life, embraced fitness with discipline, and accepted the difficult reality of separating from his biological family.

His journey reflects resilience, clarity, and the power of choosing authenticity at any age.

For more than three decades, Terry identified as butch. While that identity helped him survive, it never fully aligned with how he saw himself.

At 57, he made the decision to transition into full-time manhood. He did not hesitate once he stepped forward. He transitioned with intention and confidence, and he says he has not looked back since.

Becoming the man he always knew himself to be transformed every aspect of his life.

Terry credits his transition with dramatically improving his confidence, lifestyle, and mental health.

Today, he describes himself as the happiest he has ever been. Rather than shrinking with age, he expanded—emotionally, physically, and mentally.

Terry’s transition also came with painful losses. His decision to live authentically led to a separation from his biological family.

While he does not share all the details yet, he acknowledges the grief honestly.

Instead of letting that loss define him, he focused on building a life that felt whole and self-directed. He chose peace over approval and growth over silence.

Alongside his gender transition, Terry committed himself to a fitness journey that became a cornerstone of his new life.

He made a promise to pursue the best physical health possible at his age.

Over the past two years, he adjusted his diet, built a home gym, and dedicated one to two hours a day to training, four to five days a week.

He approached fitness with patience, realism, and discipline—and the results followed.

Each time Terry sets a new goal, he meets it and then raises the bar.

He credits consistency and self-respect for his progress. Rather than chasing perfection, he focuses on progress and strength.

As he approaches his 63rd birthday, he has his sights set on achieving the abs he once thought were out of reach. For Terry, age does not limit ambition—it sharpens it.

Two years after top surgery, Terry continues to center his body as a source of pride rather than conflict.

Fitness gave him structure, confidence, and a renewed relationship with his body. It also gave him community.

When Terry shared his story with other trans men, especially those who transitioned later in life, the response was immediate and overwhelming.

Men in their 40s, 50s, and 60s reached out to share their own journeys—some just beginning testosterone, others recovering from surgeries, illness, or years of self-doubt.

Many spoke about chronic pain, cancer recovery, and family rejection. Nearly all echoed the same sentiment: seeing Terry thrive gave them hope.

Whether someone transitions at 40, 55, or 64, the act of choosing authenticity changes everything.

Now part of a growing community of trans men who transitioned later in life, Terry continues to show up visibly and unapologetically.

He trains hard, lives honestly, and encourages others simply by existing as himself.

He does not claim to have all the answers, but he offers proof that fulfillment remains possible long after society says it should fade.

At 62, Terry Love Cameron embodies strength earned through truth. He built his life deliberately—one decision, one workout, and one honest step at a time.

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