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Ross Mathews (born September 24, 1979)[1] is an American television host and personality. He rose to fame as "Ross the Intern" as a correspondent for The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.
Mathews has appeared on Chelsea Lately, Celebrity Fit Club, The Insider, Celebrity Big Brother as well as his own talk show Hello Ross. Ross is currently an executive producer and judge on RuPaul's Drag Race and co-hosts The Drew Barrymore Show with Drew Barrymore.
Early life
[edit]Raised in Mount Vernon, Washington,[2] Mathews graduated from Mount Vernon High School[3] and graduated from the University of La Verne, in La Verne, California, in 2002. He majored in communications[4] and competed in speech and debate competitions.[5]
Career
[edit]Mathews began as an intern on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. Beginning in December 2001, he covered movie premieres, the Academy Awards, two Winter Olympic Games, and other events.[6]
Mathews has contributed commentary to the E! networks various 101... specials, and appeared as a weekly panelist on E's late night talk show Chelsea Lately.[7] He appeared on the fifth season of VH1's reality television show, Celebrity Fit Club. During the course of the show, which premiered in April 2007, Mathews lost more than 40 lbs. (18 kg) and helped his team win the grand prize.[8] He was also a guest host on The View on July 17, 2007.[9] Mathews joined the E! Network's red carpet team, filling in for Ryan Seacrest as co-host with Giuliana Rancic for E! Live From the Red Carpet coverage of the 2011 Screen Actors Guild Awards, the 2010 Emmy Awards, the 2011 Golden Globe Awards, and the 2011 Academy Awards. He hosted Hello Ross, an interactive talk show on E! from September 6, 2013, until May 16, 2014.[10]
Mathews joined the panel of judges for RuPaul’s Drag Race beginning in 2015 for Season 7. Since 2022, he has served as an executive producer for the show and won an Emmy in 2023 for Outstanding Reality Competition Program.
Ross has written three books. On May 7, 2013, Mathews released his book Man Up! Tales of My Delusional Self-Confidence.[7] On February 4, 2020 he released Name Drop: The Really Good Celebrity Stories I Usually Only Tell at Happy Hour. In 2025 he released Tío and Tío: The Ring Bearers, co-written with his husband Dr. Wellinthon García-Mathews.
In 2018, Mathews was announced as one of the eleven houseguests competing on the first American edition of Celebrity Big Brother. He finished in 2nd place, winning $50,000, and was voted as America's Favorite Houseguest earning an additional prize of $25,000.[11] He appeared in the second season as part of a Head of Household competition.
Since fall 2020, he has appeared as a co-host on The Drew Barrymore Show.
Personal life
[edit]Mathews is openly gay.[12][13] From 2008 to 2018, he had a relationship with stylist Salvador Camarena.[14][15][16]
On February 23, 2021, Mathews announced his engagement to Wellinthon García, a Long Island educational administrator.[17][18] On May 7, 2022, Mathews and García married at a ceremony in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico.[19]
Filmography
[edit]Film
[edit]Television
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–2013 | The Tonight Show with Jay Leno | Himself | Correspondent (62 episodes) |
| 2007 | Celebrity Fit Club | Contestant | Season 5 (8 episodes) |
| 2008–2011 | Days of Our Lives | Chris | |
| 2012 | Interior Therapy with Jeff Lewis | Himself | Guest (1 episode) |
| RuPaul's Drag Race | Himself | Guest Judge (1 episode) | |
| 2015–present | Main Judge | Season 7–present | |
| 2012–2016 | RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars | Himself | Guest Judge (4 episodes) |
| 2018–present | Main Judge | Season 3–present | |
| 2018 | Miss America 2019 | Co-host | |
| 2018 | Celebrity Big Brother | Contestant | Season 1, Runner-up (13 episodes) |
| 2019 | Guest | Season 2 (1 episode) | |
| 2020–present | The Drew Barrymore Show | Himself | "Drew's News" |
| 2021 | Adorableness | Co-host | Season 1 |
| 2023 | And Just Like That... | Himself | Episode: "February 14th" |
| 2024 | RuPaul's Drag Race Global All Stars | Guest Judge | Episode: "Everybody Say Love Girl Groups" |
Bibliography
[edit]- Mathews, Ross (2013). Man Up!: Tales of My Delusional Self. Grand Central Publishing. ISBN 978-1455512560.
- Mathews, Ross (2020). Name Drop. Simon & Schuster. ISBN 97-81797101484.
Awards and nominations
[edit]Emmy Awards
[edit]| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Daytime Emmy Award | Outstanding Interactive Media for a Daytime Program | 93rd Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade | Nominated | |
| 2023 | Primetime Emmy Award | Outstanding Reality Competition Program | RuPaul's Drag Race (as producer) | Won | [20] |
| 2024 | Nominated | ||||
| 2025 | Nominated |
Producers Guild of America Awards
[edit]| Year | Category | Work | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Outstanding Producer of Game & Competition Television | RuPaul's Drag Race | Won | |
| 2023 | RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars | Nominated | ||
| 2024 | RuPaul's Drag Race | Won | ||
| 2025 | Nominated |
Miscellaneous awards and honors
[edit]| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | People's Choice Award | Favorite New Talk Show Host | Hello Ross | Nominated | |
| 2018 | GLAAD Media Award | Davidson/Valentini Award | Himself | Honored |
References
[edit]- ^ "About". Ross Mathews verified Facebook page. Archived from the original on February 11, 2018. Retrieved February 11, 2018.
- ^ Hill, Erin (June 27, 2013). "Ross Mathews: From Farm Town Boy to Hollywood Fixture". Parade. Archived from the original on July 25, 2018. Retrieved February 28, 2021.
As a kid in Mount Vernon, WA...
- ^ Mathews in Rodriguez, Albert (May 10, 2013). "The out intern - Ross Mathews is living the Hollywood dream". Seattle Gay News. Vol. 41, no. 19. Archived from the original on July 12, 2017. Retrieved February 28, 2021.
I graduated high school in Mount Vernon, at Mount Vernon High School, and 30 seconds later I moved to the streets of L.A.
- ^ Evans, Rusty (August 16, 2004). "Alumni Profile: Ross Mathews 2002" (Press release). University of La Verne. Archived from the original on September 27, 2007. Retrieved July 17, 2007.
- ^ Birdsall, Terry (Spring 2002). "Ross, the Intern". La Verne Magazine. Archived from the original on June 26, 2007. Retrieved July 17, 2007.
Ross was president of the debate team his senior year. He performed individual events for the team, was state champion for two events and was sent to the nationals.
- ^ Tracy E. Gilchrist (June 10, 2008). "This Gay Week in Television: Bea Arthur, Courteney Cox" Archived June 28, 2008, at the Wayback Machine. Gay Wired. "Lest we forget that Jay helped launch the adorable gay intern Ross Mathews' career."
- ^ a b Gilbert, Ted (May 2, 2013). "Why Ross Mathews decided to 'Man Up!'" Archived July 19, 2013, at the Wayback Machine. CNN.
- ^ "How Did Ross Mathews Lose Weight? The Comedian's Weight Loss". thenybanner.com. The New York Banner. April 26, 2022. Retrieved July 14, 2025.
- ^ "Ross Co-Host on The View pt 1". youtube.com. YouTube. September 16, 2007. Retrieved July 14, 2025.
- ^ Peeples, Jase (April 24, 2013). "Ross Mathews to Host New 'Interactive' Talk Show" Archived October 5, 2013, at the Wayback Machine. The Advocate.
- ^ Maher, Natalie (February 13, 2018). "Get to Know the 'Celebrity Big Brother' Cast: Mark McGrath, Omarosa & More". www.billboard.com. Retrieved February 23, 2018.
- ^ "Monkey Business: Short Takes". The Kansas City Star. The McClatchy Company. June 23, 2007. p. E6.
- ^ Celizic, Mike. "Super media spectacle more staid than usual". NBC Sports. Archived from the original on January 12, 2010. Retrieved April 21, 2010.
- ^ Celebrity Slimdowns: Losing the Weight. E!. January 2, 2012
- ^ Deeken, Aimee (August 17, 2010). They both announced their break up on Instagram on November 25, 2018."'Chelsea Lately': Ross Mathews Wants a 'Gayby' Like Neil Patrick Harris (VIDEO)" Archived November 12, 2014, at the Wayback Machine. The Huffington Post.
- ^ Jung, Helin (November 29, 2011). "Ross Mathews's Soft Spot: His 'Mutty-Mutt' Dogs" Archived February 15, 2012, at the Wayback Machine. People.
- ^ Mathews, Ross [@helloross] (February 23, 2021). "Fiancé, you stay!" (Tweet) – via Twitter. "... the smartest, funniest and kindest man I've ever met said, 'Yes!' Dr. García, I love you."
- ^ "'Drag Race' judge Ross Mathews engaged to LI educator". Newsday. New York City / Long Island. February 23, 2021.
Wellinthon Garcia, the newly announced fiance of TV personality and 'RuPaul's Drag Race' judge Ross Mathews, is an educator with deep ties to Long Island.
- ^ Helling, Steve (May 7, 2022). "Ross Mathews Marries Fiancé Wellinthon García in Mexico — with Flower Girl Drew Barrymore!". people.com. Retrieved June 17, 2022.
- ^ "Ross Mathews Television Academy". Retrieved June 16, 2025.
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Ross Mathews
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Ross Mathews (born September 24, 1979) is an American television personality, author, and producer recognized for his energetic on-screen presence and contributions to entertainment journalism.[1] Hailing from Mount Vernon, Washington, where he grew up in a small farm town, Mathews pursued a degree in communications from the University of La Verne, graduating in 2002, before breaking into Hollywood.[2] His career is marked by a distinctive blend of humor, pop culture expertise, and advocacy for LGBTQ+ visibility, earning him an Emmy Award as a producer on the reality series RuPaul's Drag Race.[3]
Mathews launched his television career in 2001 as an intern on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, quickly evolving into the beloved on-air correspondent known as "Ross the Intern."[4] His bubbly personality and quick wit led to regular appearances, including as a roundtable panelist and guest host on E!'s Chelsea Lately from 2007 to 2014, where he provided comedic commentary on celebrity news.[5] Over the years, he contributed to E! Network's "101" countdown specials, analyzing pop culture phenomena, and served as a field reporter for events like the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.[4]
In recent years, Mathews has expanded his role in daytime and reality television, co-hosting The Drew Barrymore Show since its 2020 debut and serving as a judge since 2015 and executive producer since 2023 on RuPaul's Drag Race, contributing to the show's four consecutive Emmy wins for Outstanding Reality Competition Program from 2018 to 2021.[3] As an author, he has published the humor memoir Man Up! in 2013 and the celebrity anecdote collection Name Drop in 2020, both of which became national bestsellers.[3] Openly gay, Mathews married physician Dr. Wellinthon García-Mathews on May 7, 2022, in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico; the couple co-authored the children's book Tío & Tío in 2025, inspired by their wedding.[6]
Mathews has also made guest appearances on shows including The Soup (2004–2015, 2 episodes), The Talk (2010–present), After Lately (2011, 1 episode), and CBS Mornings (2021–present, 13 episodes), often as a commentator or celebrity guest.[51] Additionally, he judged specials like Countdown to the Oscars: An Insider's Guide (2015).[32]
Early life and education
Childhood and upbringing
Ross Mathews was born on September 24, 1979, in Mount Vernon, Washington.[7] He grew up in the small town alongside his brother Eric, with his parents Tom and Gaye Mathews providing a supportive family environment.[7][8] Mathews shared a particularly close bond with his mother Gaye, often watching television talk shows together during summer vacations, which sparked his early fascination with entertainment.[7][1] From a young age, Mathews developed a strong interest in performance and communication, dreaming of becoming a television talk show host by age eight after being captivated by shows like Live! with Regis and Kathie Lee.[7] This passion led him to participate in local theater; at age twelve, he took on the lead role in a production of The Hobbit at the Lincoln Community Theatre.[7] His enthusiasm for the spotlight continued into his teenage years, though he faced teasing at school due to his distinctive high-pitched voice.[1] Mathews attended Mount Vernon High School, where he immersed himself in extracurricular activities that honed his public speaking skills.[7] He starred in school plays, including a lead role in My Fair Lady, and served as president of the debate team during his senior year.[7] Under his leadership, the team achieved notable success, winning state championships in two debate events and advancing to national competitions.[7] His mother later attributed his comfort in front of audiences to these high school experiences.[7] Mathews graduated from Mount Vernon High School before pursuing further studies.[7]Education
Mathews attended the University of La Verne in La Verne, California, where he majored in communications with a specialization in television broadcasting. He graduated with a bachelor's degree in 2002.[9][10] During his time at the university, Mathews was actively involved in extracurricular activities that honed his performance and communication skills. He served as captain of the individual events team for the university's speech and debate program, competing successfully and winning numerous trophies and awards. Additionally, he embraced his role as the "class clown" and entertainer, even acting as the master of ceremonies for the Communications Department Awards Ceremony. These experiences, guided by mentors such as George Keeler, the department chair, helped develop his on-camera presence and quick wit essential for broadcasting.[9][11] Mathews' academic training and extracurricular involvement directly prepared him for internship opportunities in the media industry following his graduation. His coursework in television broadcasting, combined with practical skills from speech and debate, equipped him to pursue hands-on roles that aligned with his career aspirations in entertainment.[9]Career
Breakthrough as Ross the Intern
In 2001, while completing his senior year as a communications major at the University of La Verne, Ross Mathews learned of an internship opportunity at The Tonight Show with Jay Leno through a friend and secured the position following a single interview.[12] He commenced the unpaid internship in September 2001, handling routine behind-the-scenes duties such as delivering mail and taking lunch orders. On what was intended as his final day, the show's head writer unexpectedly assigned him to cover the red carpet premiere of Ocean's Eleven, where Mathews conducted unscripted, humorous interviews with celebrities including David Duchovny, impressing producers with his natural charisma and earning him an on-camera debut as "Ross the Intern."[12][7] The "Ross the Intern" persona rapidly evolved from a one-off appearance into a recurring correspondent role, beginning with national exposure in December 2001. Mathews was dispatched to high-profile events, including subsequent movie premieres like Vanilla Sky, the Academy Awards, and the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City, where he delivered daily live segments interviewing athletes, commentators, and stars such as Dave Chappelle.[12][9] His signature high-pitched enthusiasm, witty pop culture references, and fearless interactions—such as harmonizing with director Cameron Crowe or conversing in Spanish with Penélope Cruz—captured widespread public attention and affection, positioning him as a breakout talent and the first Tonight Show intern to regularly engage celebrities on red carpets.[12][13] This on-air presence transformed him into a full-time correspondent by late 2001, dramatically elevating his visibility and launching his career in entertainment media.[14] As his profile grew, Mathews ventured into side projects that highlighted his personal story, including a 2007 appearance on VH1's Celebrity Fit Club, where he competed as part of Team Fire and lost 40 pounds, starting from 214 pounds and ending at 173.[15] This weight loss journey, documented amid the show's challenges, served as an early extension of his rising fame, resonating with audiences through his candid vulnerability. The "Ross the Intern" character persisted through 2013, featuring in comedic skits, event recaps like the Emmys and political conventions, and ongoing red-carpet dispatches, which Jay Leno later described as stemming from Mathews being his "favorite intern" for his uniquely annoying yet entertaining energy.[16][14]Television hosting and appearances
Following his breakthrough as an intern on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Mathews expanded his television presence through frequent guest spots on various talk shows throughout the 2000s and 2010s.[17] He became a regular panelist on E!'s Chelsea Lately starting in the late 2000s, where his humorous commentary on celebrity news and pop culture endeared him to audiences.[18] Mathews also guest-hosted the show for a full week in January 2012, showcasing his hosting skills during Chelsea Handler's absence.[18] His appearances extended to other programs like The Insider and The View, where he provided witty insights as a pop culture expert.[17] In 2013, Mathews launched his own late-night talk show, Hello Ross, on E!.[19] The half-hour program aired weekly and functioned as an interactive fan forum, with Mathews debating the week's top entertainment headlines alongside correspondents and guests, blending humor with audience engagement.[20] It premiered on September 6, 2013, and ran for two seasons, totaling 23 episodes until May 16, 2014.[21] The show was cancelled in August 2014, with E! opting not to renew it for a third season amid shifting network priorities for late-night programming.[22] Mathews ventured into reality television with his participation in the first season of CBS's Celebrity Big Brother in 2018.[23] Confined to the house for nearly three weeks, he won two Head of Household competitions and formed alliances that propelled him to the finale.[24] He finished as runner-up, earning $50,000, and was voted America's Favorite Houseguest, adding another $25,000 for a total of $75,000 in prizes.[23] His gameplay highlighted his strategic social skills and entertaining persona, contributing to the show's success.[25] Since September 2020, Mathews has served as co-anchor of the "Drew's News" segment and producer on the syndicated daytime talk show The Drew Barrymore Show, hosted by Drew Barrymore.[26] In this role, he delivers pop culture updates, conducts interviews, and collaborates on segments that blend news with lighthearted commentary, often drawing on his quick wit to complement Barrymore's empathetic style.[26] Their on-screen chemistry, rooted in a genuine friendship, has been praised for creating an engaging, relatable dynamic that resonates with viewers, as seen in the show's Daytime Emmy wins in 2025.[27] In 2025, Mathews launched his live tour I Gotchu Gurl, performing stand-up and pop culture discussions across the U.S.[27]Producing and judging roles
Ross Mathews began serving as a regular judge on RuPaul's Drag Race with season 7, which premiered in 2015, bringing his entertainment background to the panel alongside RuPaul, Michelle Visage, and Carson Kressley.[28] His role involved providing commentary on contestants' performances in challenges focused on drag artistry, comedy, and design, often emphasizing humor and audience appeal drawn from his prior on-screen experience.[29] In 2022, Mathews transitioned into a producing role on RuPaul's Drag Race, contributing to season 14 and subsequent installments, including executive production duties that extended to the spin-off RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars starting with season 7.[30] His producing work encompassed oversight of episode production, guest judge coordination, and creative input on challenges, helping maintain the show's format amid its move to MTV in 2023.[31] By 2025, he continued as a producer on ongoing seasons of both series, including All Stars season 10.[32] Mathews' contributions as a producer were recognized when RuPaul's Drag Race won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Reality Competition Program in 2023, crediting him among the production team for elevating the show's cultural impact. Through his dual roles as judge and producer, he has advocated for greater LGBTQ+ representation in media by championing diverse drag performers and using the platform to highlight themes of acceptance and creativity.[33] This advocacy aligns with his receipt of GLAAD's Davidson/Valentini Award in 2018 for promoting equality and acceptance in entertainment.[34]Personal life
Coming out and advocacy
Mathews has been openly gay since the outset of his television career, emerging as "Ross the Intern" on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno in 2001. Without a formal coming-out announcement, his sexuality was integral to his on-screen persona from the start, as he later reflected in interviews, noting that it was simply "duh" obvious to audiences and never hidden. This early visibility challenged stereotypes in mainstream late-night television during an era when LGBTQ+ representation was limited, earning him both acclaim and criticism from within the community for his flamboyant style.[35][36][37] From 2008 to 2018, Mathews was in a committed relationship with stylist Salvador Camarena, which he shared publicly to normalize same-sex partnerships in media. The couple appeared together on an episode of HGTV's House Hunters in 2013, showcasing their home-buying process and offering a glimpse into everyday gay life that resonated with viewers seeking relatable queer narratives. Their amicable split after nearly a decade underscored Mathews' ongoing commitment to authenticity in discussing personal milestones.[38][39] Mathews has actively advocated for LGBTQ+ rights through numerous media appearances and interviews, emphasizing visibility, acceptance, and resilience. In a 2020 Advocate interview, he discussed overcoming small-town challenges and the importance of queer role models in entertainment, drawing from his own experiences to inspire younger audiences. His efforts extended to addressing community pushback, as he recounted in a 2017 LGBTQ&A podcast episode, where he highlighted the value of unapologetic representation despite early criticism. By 2025, Mathews continued this work, stating in a Pride interview that queer individuals "will never stop fighting" amid ongoing political threats to LGBTQ+ rights, reinforcing his role as a vocal ally for equality.[35][37][40] Through his judging role on RuPaul's Drag Race since season 7 in 2015, Mathews has contributed significantly to queer representation by amplifying drag culture and diverse LGBTQ+ voices on a global platform. This position allowed him to mentor contestants and promote inclusivity, earning him the 2018 GLAAD Davidson/Valentini Award for advancing equality in media. His involvement has helped normalize flamboyant queer expression, bridging entertainment with advocacy in a way that educates and entertains mainstream audiences.[34][33]Marriage and family
Mathews married Dr. Wellinthon García, an educator, on May 7, 2022, in a beachside ceremony at the Almar Resort in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, the same location where they first met two years earlier during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic.[6][41] The intimate event, planned by Michael Russo Events, featured custom tuxedos and drew 110 guests from an invited list of 130, including close family members and celebrities such as co-host Drew Barrymore, who served as flower girl.[6] García's father walked both grooms down the aisle, with García's sister Racquel acting as maid of honor and Mathews' brother Eric as best man; García's nephews, Evan and Andrew, carried the rings as ring bearers, a moment that later inspired the couple's debut children's book, Tío and Tío: The Ring Bearers, published in April 2025.[6][42] The couple announced their engagement in February 2022 and shared wedding details exclusively with People magazine shortly after the event.[43][6] Since their marriage, Mathews and García-Mathews have embraced a blended family dynamic, frequently appearing together at public events like the 2025 Primetime Emmy Awards and collaborating on projects such as promoting their book through interviews on outlets including NBC New York Live.[44][45] Mathews has described married life as unexpectedly fulfilling, noting in 2024 that it has strengthened his ability to balance demanding career commitments with personal joy.[46] As of 2025, the couple has no children but expresses openness to family expansion in the future.[47]Filmography
Film roles
Mathews made his feature film debut in the 2008 documentary Not Quite Hollywood: The Wild, Untold Story of Ozploitation!, directed by Mark Hartley, where he appeared as himself in an interview segment discussing Australian exploitation cinema.[48][49] In 2021, he portrayed the supporting character Matt Rothews, a flamboyant colleague, in the holiday comedy The Bitch Who Stole Christmas, a VH1/HBO Max original film directed by Don Scardino and featuring several RuPaul's Drag Race alumni.[50] These roles, stemming from his established television fame, represent Mathews' sparse but notable forays into film acting.[32]Television credits
Ross Mathews began his television career as an intern on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno in 2001, appearing as "Ross the Intern" until 2014 across over 100 episodes, where he provided comedic segments and interacted with guests.[51] He recurred as a judge on RuPaul's Drag Race starting in season 7 (2015), contributing to more than 90 episodes through 2025, and also served as an executive producer on the series starting in 2022.[52] Similarly, he has been a judge on RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars starting with season 3 in 2018, appearing in over 50 episodes. In 2013, Mathews hosted his own syndicated talk show Hello Ross, which ran for one season with 26 episodes produced by Warner Bros. Television. He competed as a houseguest on season 1 of Celebrity Big Brother in 2018, participating in all 14 episodes and finishing in fifth place. Since 2020, Mathews has co-hosted The Drew Barrymore Show in syndication, appearing in over 300 episodes as of November 2025 and also serving as an executive producer.[53] His other notable recurring roles include judging on Beat Bobby Flay (2013–present, multiple episodes) and appearing as a panelist on 25 Words or Less (2019–present, over 50 episodes).| Year(s) | Show | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001–2014 | The Tonight Show with Jay Leno | Ross the Intern / Himself | 100+ episodes; comedic correspondent.[51] |
| 2008 | 1 vs. 100 | Himself | Celebrity contestant, 7 episodes.[32] |
| 2007 | Celebrity Fit Club | Contestant | Season 5.[32] |
| 2008–2011 | Days of Our Lives | Chris / Restaurant Patron | Actor, 2 episodes. |
| 2013 | Deal With It | Himself | Multiple episodes.[32] |
| 2013 | Hello Ross | Host | 26 episodes. |
| 2014–2015 | Celebrity Name Game | Himself | 10 episodes. |
| 2015 | Knock Knock Live | Co-Host | 2 episodes. |
| 2015–present | RuPaul's Drag Race | Judge / Executive Producer | 90+ episodes; started judging in 2015; executive producer from 2022.[52] |
| 2016 | Gay for Play Game Show starring RuPaul | Himself | 7 episodes. |
| 2018 | Celebrity Big Brother | Houseguest | 14 episodes. |
| 2018–present | RuPaul's Drag Race All Stars | Judge | 50+ episodes; started in season 3. |
| 2019–present | 25 Words or Less | Panelist | 57+ episodes. |
| 2020 | RuPaul's Secret Celebrity Drag Race | Judge | 6 episodes. |
| 2020–present | The Drew Barrymore Show | Co-Host / Executive Producer | 300+ episodes as of November 2025.[53] |
| 2021 | Adorableness | Panelist | 10 episodes. |
| 2021–present | And Just Like That... | Ross William Matthews | Actor, recurring. |
| 2021 | Ten Year Old Tom | Additional Voices | 4 episodes.[32] |
| 2022 | Pictionary | Team Captain / Himself | Multiple episodes.[54] |
| 2022 | Guy's Ultimate Game Night | Himself | Guest.[54] |
| 2024 | RuPaul's Drag Race: Global All Stars | Judge | Guest judge. |
| 2025 | RuPaul's Drag Race | Judge | Season 17, multiple episodes. |
| 2025 | Hollywood Squares | Himself | 3 episodes. |