“I'm just waiting for the first #MeToo moment to happen from a salon because the culture of how assistants are treated, especially in salons in L.A. and New York, is, like, truly unbelievable. You're expected to clock out for lunch and never get paid. You're expected to be there an hour early, stay two hours late.”

American hairstylist, podcast host, author, and television personality

Jonathan McDonald Van Ness is an American hairstylist, podcast host, author, and television personality, best known as the grooming expert on Netflix’s Queer Eye. He is also widely recognized for Gay of Thrones and for hosting the Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness podcast. His public profile is built around style, humor, and conversation. He has also taken comedy to the stage, including the 2023 tour Fun & Slutty with Jonathan Van Ness, and he is often identified by his initials, J.V.N.