As Bruce Jenner prepares to reveal his transition into becoming a woman, his mother Esther Jenner is speaking out, confirming the news and revealing that she is in full support and proud of her son’s decision.

“I just learned about [his transition],” Esther said in a new interview. “Bruce filled me in, and we had a very long, long, long talk about it.”

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Confirming the news that he’ll share his journey on a documentary TV show, Esther added, “I have never been more proud of Bruce for who he is, himself as a father, as an Olympian, a wonderful public speaker. He instills enthusiasm in people. He’s gifted.”

It’s great to see that Bruce has such supportive people in his circle! Read more from Esther over at Radar.