Wilmer “Little Ax” Broadnax| Transgender Man

Willmer Broadnax, also known as Little Axe, is a hard gospel quarter singer. Described as a tiny man with a powerful voice, he has helped the Spirit of Memphis Quarter become one of the most influential gospel groups until today.

Before joining the group, Broadnax was part of the Southern Gospel Singer and the Golden Echoes, which was his group alongside his other brothers. Broadnax then moved to Atlanta and joined Five Trumpets. He also became a member of Fairfield Four and Five Bling Boys of Mississippi. In 1965 during the peak of his career, he headed the quartered Little Axe and the Golden Echoes and released singles by Peacock Records which credit was under his name.
Broadnax had been in a relationship, but it was marred by jealously. He faced his demise during a car altercation with his lover. He proved that his sexuality never got in the way of his beliefs.