You have to watch this (some swearing):
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xl0PZ...rom=PL&index=1
Eddie has probably had to explain himself more than any transvestite (he's British, and 'transvestite' is used there more than crossdresser) in the world.
His attitude is to be calm and groovy -- even humorous -- about it, setting up a 'mood' that nearly requires the 'unwashed' person he encounters to relax and at least be tolerant.
Of course being famous helps, but like I said, he's been through this so often, especially since he doesn't wear a wig.
On the other hand, he's had his share of discouraging situations, especially when it comes to his acting. He finds that whenever a producer is told about him they automatically assume he's some kind of 'character', like Dame Edna.
And lately, many of his fans keep asking him why he hasn't been 'femme' lately and he has to keep explaining that now.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2bavmKncLk8
