Kelly Mantle

Kelly Mantle made history as the first openly non-binary person to be considered by The Academy for both Supporting Actor and Supporting Actress categories for their acclaimed role in the 2014 feature film Confessions of a Womanizer, released in 2016. This milestone underscored Mantle’s versatility and commitment to gender inclusivity in the film industry. An acclaimed actor, producer, and writer, Mantle further honed their craft by graduating from Second City in Chicago and co-founding OKRA Theatre, where they starred in productions such as Lone Star/Laundry & Bourbon. Mantle then relocated to Los Angeles, quickly securing talent representation and making their mark on television as a contestant on the sixth season of RuPaul’s Drag Race in 2014.

They have starred in more than 50 plays, including their celebrated solo show The Confusion Of My Illusion, which premiered to critical acclaim at the Los Angeles LGBTQ Center. Their comedic talent was showcased in LOGO’s stand-up comedy special DragTastic NYC, and they have toured extensively with Trixie and Katya on their highly successful Trixie and Katya Live show, performing to audiences across the nation. Further expanding their reach into digital media, Mantle now hosts The Kelly Mantle Show podcast, launched in 2024 and executive produced by Trixie and Katya through the Studio71 network. Currently, Kelly Mantle is actively working on their highly anticipated fourth studio album, continuing to push boundaries as an innovator in film, television, music, and live performance.

Their career consistently demonstrates a dedication to artistic excellence and a groundbreaking advocacy for gender inclusivity.