“Being an openly gay black man, unfortunately I've had experiences working with individuals who've tried to exploit my blackness or my gayness in a way that doesn't make me feel comfortable, or they try to manipulate me into being a caricature of myself.”

American television host, reality television personality, author, actor, and activist

Karamo Brown is an American television host, reality television personality, author, actor, and activist. He began his career in 2004 on MTV’s The Real World: Philadelphia and later became widely known for his work in television. He is best known as the culture expert on Netflix’s Queer Eye. His public work spans hosting, reality television, writing, acting, and activism, and his profile has grown around his presence as a media figure and advocate.