Ross Mathews

Ross Mathews has transitioned from ‘Ross the Intern’ to an Emmy-winning producer, television host, and judge. After securing an internship on ‘The Tonight Show with Jay Leno’ in December 2001, Ross Mathews quickly gained national recognition as ‘Ross the Intern.’ In this breakout role, he delivered memorable segments covering high-profile events including movie premieres, the Academy Awards, and the Winter Olympic Games. Following his tenure, Mathews built his profile further, contributing commentary to E!’s ‘101…’ specials and serving as a weekly panelist on ‘Chelsea Lately.’ Mathews further diversified his television presence, participating in VH1’s ‘Celebrity Fit Club’ in 2007, where he achieved a notable weight loss of over 40 pounds. He simultaneously joined the E!

In 2018, Mathews competed on ‘Celebrity Big Brother,’ finishing as the runner-up and earning the title of America’s Favorite Houseguest along with a $25,000 prize. Since 2020, he has been a prominent co-host on ‘The Drew Barrymore Show,’ solidifying his position in daytime television. Beyond his on-screen roles, Mathews is a successful author, having penned three acclaimed books. These include ‘Man Up!

Tales of My Delusional Self-Confidence’ (2013) and the New York Times Bestseller, ‘Name Drop: The Really Good Celebrity Stories I Usually Only Tell at Happy Hour’ (2020). He is also co-author of the upcoming children’s book ‘Tío and Tío: The Ring Bearers’ (2025), written with his husband, Dr. Wellinthon García. Mathews continues to be an influential and marketable figure across television, live events, and publishing.