Queer Eye Star Jonathan Van Ness Announces Vancouver Performance of Hot & Healed Tour
Jonathan Van Ness, the Emmy-winning co-host of Netflix's Queer Eye, bestselling author, comedian, and podcaster, is bringing their acclaimed live show Hot & Healed to Vancouver for a single night on November 7. The performance will take place at the prestigious Chan Centre for the Performing Arts, with tickets becoming available to the public on March 27 at 10 a.m. through jonathanvanness.com.
A Multifaceted Entertainer and Advocate
Since joining the Queer Eye Fab Five in 2018, Van Ness has established themselves as a true multihyphenate in the entertainment industry. Beyond their television fame as a hair expert and self-care advocate, Van Ness hosts the popular podcast Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness, which Time magazine recognized as one of the top podcasts. Their web series Gay of Thrones earned multiple Emmy nominations, showcasing their creative versatility.
Van Ness has also achieved literary success with two New York Times bestselling books: the memoir Over the Top: A Raw Journey to Self-Love (2019) and the essay collection Love That Story: Observations from a Gorgeously Queer Life (2022). Additionally, they co-wrote the novel Let Them Stare with Julie Murphy, which also became a New York Times bestseller.
What to Expect from Hot & Healed
The Hot & Healed tour promises an unfiltered celebration of joy, healing, and self-expression, blending standup comedy with candid storytelling. Described as an 18+ event, the show will feature Van Ness's signature humor and insightful perspectives on personal growth and social issues. The Vancouver performance marks a highlight of their Canadian tour, which includes stops in:
- Ottawa on October 22
- Toronto on October 23
- Montréal on October 24
- Calgary on November 5
- Edmonton on November 6
Beyond Entertainment: Advocacy and Entrepreneurship
Outside of their entertainment career, Van Ness is a prominent advocate for LGBTQ+ rights, HIV awareness, and social justice, having received a GLAAD Media Award for their contributions. They also founded JVN Hair, a vegan and cruelty-free hair care brand that reflects their commitment to ethical consumerism and self-care.
This Vancouver appearance offers fans a unique opportunity to experience Van Ness's dynamic personality and message of empowerment live on stage. With tickets expected to sell quickly, interested attendees are encouraged to mark their calendars for the March 27 on-sale date to secure seats for this highly anticipated event.
