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Shaun Ross, a gay model, recording artist, and actor, recently shared a touching and hilarious story about coming out to his grandfather at the age of 19. Ross took to Threads to recount the memorable moment, saying, “I remember coming out to my grandpa a year before he passed. I was shocked by how he embraced me.”
Ross recalled the conversation vividly. “I said, ‘Grandad, I’m gay,’ and he replied, ‘Well, can you cook?’ I said, ‘Not really.’ He laughed, ‘How do you expect to keep a man?’”
This light-hearted exchange turned into a meaningful discussion about life lessons his grandfather had learned from gay men in 1950s Harlem. Ross explained, “He told me about gay men in 1950s Harlem who hosted dinners, dressed sharp, and had beautiful homes. He said they taught him so much about how to carry himself.”
The post resonated with many of Ross’s followers, with one asking if he now hosts his own dinners. Ross replied enthusiastically, “Absolutely! I’m 33; this happened when I was 19, but yes, I cook and I’m happily engaged.” Ross also shared photos of his grandfather, whom he described as “such a cool man and very honorable,” alongside a picture of himself and his fiancé embracing by the ocean.
To further illustrate his growth, Ross posted a video showcasing his culinary skills, featuring an impressive spread of delicious dishes. His followers praised not only his cooking but also the way he honors his grandfather’s legacy.
He, of course, also shared a phot of his grandfather and his mom.
Ross also reflected on a separate coming-out experience involving his mother when he was 16. After being outed via MySpace, his mother initially struggled with the revelation. However, the icebreaker came during a shopping trip when she told him, “I don’t care that you’re gay, but if you’re going to be gay, be the best gay,” as she bought him a pair of $875 boots.
Ross’s stories highlight the complexities and humor of coming out while celebrating the supportive relationships that shape his journey.
Today, Shaun Ross is an anti-bullying campaigner, a trailblazing model and artist who is widely recognized for breaking barriers in the fashion industry as the first professional male albino model. Born in the Bronx, New York, Ross was diagnosed with albinism, a condition characterized by the absence of pigment in the skin, hair, and eyes. Despite facing bullying and discrimination during his childhood, he channeled his unique appearance and resilience into a successful modeling career. Ross has graced the runways of major fashion houses and appeared in magazines and campaigns for top brands such as Alexander McQueen, Vogue, GQ, and Givenchy. In addition to modeling, he has ventured into music and acting, further showcasing his multifaceted talent. Shaun’s story is a testament to embracing individuality and redefining beauty standards on a global scale.
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