Io Tillet Wright

Io Tillet Wright is an author, photographer, TV host, and activist, known for his impactful work challenging perceptions of identity and sexuality, making him a valuable voice for brands seeking authentic and inclusive narratives. After founding the street art magazine Overspray in 2002 and serving as its editor-in-chief until 2009, Io Tillet Wright progressed into a multifaceted career spanning writing, photography, and television. From 2010 to 2012, Wright was a featured columnist for T Magazine at The New York Times, contributing to two influential blogs, Notes From The Underground and The Lowdown. In 2010, Wright simultaneously initiated the monumental photography project, Self Evident Truths, aiming to photograph 10,000 individuals across all 50 U.S.

states who identified as ‘anything other than 100% straight,’ and opened his first solo photography show, Breedings. Wright’s work on Self Evident Truths garnered significant attention, being featured by notable platforms such as Vogue.com and PBS NewsHour. Further expanding his reach in challenging perceptions of identity, Wright delivered a highly acclaimed TEDxWomen talk in 2012 titled ‘Fifty Shades Of Gay,’ discussing sexuality and gender as a spectrum, which has since amassed over 3 million views. In 2016, Wright published his memoir, Darling Days, which explored his personal journey with gender identity and early life experiences, receiving critical acclaim for its honest narrative.

Io Tillet Wright continues to be a compelling voice across various mediums, leveraging his platforms as an author, photographer, and television host to advocate for authentic narratives and challenge societal perceptions around identity and human connection, making him a valuable figure for brands seeking inclusive representation.