Carson Kressley is an Emmy-winning TV personality, style expert, fashion designer, and New York Times best-selling author known for his charisma and eye for fashion. He began his career as an independent stylist and soon worked with top designers like Ralph Lauren. In 2003, he shot to fame as the fashion expert on Bravo’s Queer Eye for the Straight Guy, which earned a primetime Emmy and a global fan base.
Kressley has authored three books, including You’re Different and That’s Super and Off the Cuff: The Essential Style Guide for Men and the Women Who Love Them. His most recent, Does This Book Make My Butt Look Big?, offers a fun, empowering take on personal style.
Beyond fashion and media, Carson is a passionate philanthropist, supporting causes like The Trevor Project, Human Rights Campaign, AIDS WALK, and the Al D. Rodriguez Liver Foundation. He also serves on the boards of The True Colors Fund, The American Saddlebred Museum, and Philadelphia University.
When he’s not on screen, Kressley pursues his love of equestrian sports and is a World Champion American Saddlebred rider.
Starred in Queer Eye for the Straight Guy (2003 debut series).
Hosted How to Look Good Naked (motivational fashion makeover show).
Hosted OWN’s Carson Nation, featuring personal transformations across America.
Competed in Dancing with the Stars, Season 13 (eliminated fifth).
Judge on RuPaul’s Drag Race since 2015 (critical and fan favorite).
Co-starred in Get a Room with Carson & Thom (2018 series).
Mentored by Thom Filicia in interior design (Get a Room).
Television work expanded LGBTQ representation and inclusivity in mainstream media.
Frequent guest and commentator on talk shows and red carpets.
Emmy Award winner for Queer Eye for the Straight Guy (2004).
Received Human Rights Campaign’s Visibility Award (for LGBTQ advocacy).
Inducted into the LGBTQ Victory Fund’s Hall of Fame.
Recognized by GLAAD for excellence in LGBTQ media representation.
Honored at various Pride events nationwide for advocacy and visibility.
Received daytime Emmy nomination for outstanding host (OWN’s Carson Nation).
Contributed to Queer Eye winning Outstanding Reality Program (Primetime Emmy).
Celebrated fashion expert recognized by People Magazine, Vanity Fair, Vogue.
Fashion accolades include top “Best Dressed” lists globally and nationally.
Signature Speech Topics
“Telling Your Story Through Interior Design” – design meets personal branding.
“10 Steps to Owning Your Personal Style” – style as empowerment.
“Diversity and the Bottom Line” – inclusion equals better business outcomes.
Advocates for using design to amplify purpose, message, and identity.
Encourages students, designers, and entrepreneurs to trust creative instincts.
Speech topics suit home expos, colleges, charities, and design summits.
Bridges fashion and interior design in personal and corporate branding.
Uses humor, personal stories, and audience engagement in every talk.
Highlights LGBTQ inclusion benefits in culture, business, and innovation.
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