Jonathan Van Ness is an American hairstylist, television personality, podcast host, and author. He was born on March 28, 1987, in Quincy, Illinois. He is best known for his role as the grooming expert on the Netflix series Queer Eye. Beyond his television work, Van Ness has built a diverse career in media and entertainment. He hosted the web series parody Gay of Thrones and is the host of the Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness podcast. He has also pursued comedy, including a 2023 tour titled Fun & Slutty with Jonathan Van Ness.