Television Host & Entertainment Personality; Emmy Award-Winning Producer on "RuPaul's Drag Race"; Author of "Man Up!"
Ross Mathews Biography
Ross Mathews is an American television host, personality, and producer known for his extensive work in entertainment media. Mathews first gained national attention as Ross the Intern, a correspondent on "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno," where he covered movie premieres, the Academy Awards, and Winter Olympic Games. A graduate of the University of La Verne's Communications Department, Mathews majored in television broadcasting and competed in speech and debate, providing a foundation for his career in television hosting and commentary.
Mathews expanded his presence in entertainment as a regular panelist on "Chelsea Lately" and as a host on "The Insider," a syndicated entertainment news program. He also hosted his own talk show, "Hello Ross," on E!, featuring celebrity interviews and entertainment news. Mathews participated in the first American edition of "Celebrity Big Brother," finishing in second place and earning $50,000, as well as being voted America's Favorite Houseguest with an additional $25,000 prize.
Mathews has served as a regular judge on "RuPaul's Drag Race" since Season 7 and on "RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars" since Season 3, appearing in rotation with Carson Kressley. He became a producer on "Drag Race" and "All Stars" beginning in later seasons and, as an executive producer, received an Emmy Award for Outstanding Reality Competition Program. His role on the judging panel has contributed to the franchise's ongoing popularity and influence in reality television and LGBTQ representation.
In addition to his television work, Mathews is a bestselling author and hosts the podcast "Straight Talk with Ross Mathews," where he discusses entertainment news and pop culture. His books include "Man Up! Tales of My Delusional Self-Confidence" and "Name Drop: The Really Good Celebrity Stories I Usually Only Tell at Happy Hour." Mathews has also appeared as a co-host on "The Drew Barrymore Show" and as host of "90 Day: The Single Life Season 5 Tell All." Throughout his career, Mathews has contributed to television, reality TV, and LGBTQ visibility, establishing a lasting presence in the entertainment industry.
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