51 Across
NYT Daily • September 11, 2025
"I Am ___," onetime reality TV spinoff
Answer:
CAIT
Hint:
["This 2015 E! series followed the coming-of-age journey of a transgender teen and activist from a famous family. Think of a short, four-letter name that starts with \"C.\""]
Explanation:
This clue refers to "I Am Cait", a reality TV show that spun off from Keeping Up with the Kardashians. The blank in the clue hints at the shortened first name of Caitlyn Jenner, who starred in the series. The answer is "CAIT," a common nickname for Caitlyn, fitting the puzzle’s brevity. The show focused on her life post-transition, making it a recognizable pop culture reference.