“I think, even before social media, it was really hard to not look at other classmates and say, 'Well I wish I looked like her.' Or even to look at celebrities and wish that 'I looked like them.'”

American comedian, activist, television and YouTube personality, and actress

Franchesca Ramsey, also known as Chescaleigh, is an American comedian, activist, television and YouTube personality, and actress. She became widely known after a YouTube commentary on racial issues spread quickly online, and she went on to appear on MTV and MSNBC. Her work has included writing, producing, and performing, with much of her public profile shaped by unexpected activism. She has also been called on as an advisor or coach on social issues, reflecting the way her commentary on race helped define her career.