Report: Bruce Jenner Will Come Out as Transgender in Upcoming Diane Sawyer Interview

Bruce Jenner might not be "Bruce" Jenner too much longer.

According to reports, the Kardashian family patriarch is set to sit down with Diane Sawyer and announce that he is transgender and in the process of transitioning into a woman.

It's been a challenge for Bruce to hide the signs of this major life change with him constantly being in the public spotlight: paparazzi have been snapping photos of Bruce for months as he sported longer hair, painted nails and allegedly some more plastic surgery as well.

To this point, though, Bruce hasn't spoken a word about this transition. His family, meanwhile, has all but confirmed the news by refusing to confirm: Kris Jenner, Kim Kardashian and other members of the family have made various statements to the effect of, "It's Bruce's story."

However Radar Online reports that Esther Jenner, Bruce's mother, confirmed that Bruce is transgender and transitioning. "Right now I am more proud of him for what he's allowing himself to do," she said. "I am more proud of him now than when he stood on that podium and put the gold medal around his neck. He deserves all the respect."

Bruce's transition is also expected to be a plot point on the upcoming season of "Keeping Up with The Kardashians" according to hints from Kris Jenner. Bruce is also rumored to be getting his own special on E! about his journey, but E! has yet to confirm the news.