Jonathan Opens Up About Allegations
Jonathan Van Ness, the charismatic star of Queer Eye, recently addressed the allegations surrounding his behavior behind the scenes on the Netflix series. During a candid conversation on the Table Manners podcast, Jonathan expressed how he felt about the Rolling Stone exposé published in March. He described it as overwhelmingly untrue and done in bad faith
. Jonathan, who uses he/she/they pronouns, has been accused of being a monster and nightmare to work with off-camera.
The Alleged Drama Behind The Scenes
According to the Rolling Stone article, several production sources painted a grim picture of Jonathan’s behavior. It cited accusations that Jonathan had rage issues and was emotionally abusive. The article highlighted how his on-screen persona differed significantly from his behavior when cameras were not rolling. This discrepancy led to him being called a monster.
Jonathan’s Response To The Criticism
Jonathan did not hold back during the podcast, vehemently denying the allegations. He noted that many people had been seeking reasons to criticize him, stating,I think a lot of people were looking for a reason to hate me or looking for a reason to be like, ‘See I always knew that they were a fake c–t.’
. He emphasized that while some anecdotes in the article may contain elements of truth, the overall portrayal was largely untrue.
The Background With Biossance And Amyris
Adding context to his busy schedule during this tumultuous period, it’s noteworthy that Jonathan spent the last year and a half developing products in partnership with skincare brand Biossance’s parent company, Amyris. His collaboration with Biossance began in 2019 when he became their first celebrity ambassador.
In creating his new product line, sustainability and inclusivity were top priorities for Jonathon and Biossance/Amyris. They ensured all products are made from recyclable materials and are silicone-free, color-safe, vegan, and sulfate-free.
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