Shaun Ross, a multifaceted individual, was born on May 10, 1991, in the United States. He is a trailblazing model, recording artist, and actor who has made a significant impact in the fashion world, particularly as the first professional male model with albinism.
Throughout his career, Ross has had the privilege of collaborating with renowned fashion designers, magazines, and campaigns. He has worked with the likes of Givenchy, Alexander McQueen, Vogue, GQ, Nylon, and many more. In 2018, he teamed up with designer Nina Athanasiou to launch the "In My Skin" clothing line, aiming to raise awareness about albinism.
Beyond his work in fashion, Ross has also ventured into the music industry. He released his debut single "Symmetry" in November 2017, featuring Lizzo on background vocals. He followed this up with the release of "Chrysalis" in August 2018 and opened for singer ionnalee in Los Angeles. Ross made his music festival debut, performing with What So Not at the Life Is Beautiful Music & Art Festival. In 2019, he performed at LA Pride and showcased his talents with the Recording Academy's Press Play series, performing his song "Good Vein". He also lent his voice to a cover of Cher's "Believe" for the Recording Academy's Reimagined series.
In 2021, Ross released his first full-length LP, "SHIFT", on JEX Records. The album's second single, "You Care", was featured in HBO's documentary "The Legend of the Underground", which sheds light on Nigerian legislation that discriminates against the LGBTQ community. In May 2021, Ross was the subject of a New York Times Style Section profile piece, further solidifying his status as a talented and influential figure in the entertainment industry.
