Julia Sweeney’s popular gender-defying character Pat was a minor phenomenon in the mid-90s era of Saturday Night Live. Initially criticized by the transgender community, Pat nonetheless found a following amongst LGBTQ+ fans, including many who love to dress as Pat. Now, 35 years after the first Pat sketch aired, LGBTQ+ comedians and Julia Sweeny herself unpack the character’s influence and impact as they consider reclaiming Pat by reframing the ridicule and instilling empowerment.