Jonathan Van Ness has responded to allegations of abusive behavior on the set of Netflix's Queer Eye, which were detailed in a Rolling Stone exposé published in March. Van Ness, who uses they/them pronouns, described the claims as exaggerated and taken out of context to portray them negatively. The accusations included descriptions of Van Ness as a 'monster' with 'rage issues' and were said to contribute to Bobby Berk's exit from the show. Van Ness revealed that the Queer Eye team was aware of the impending article since December 2023, causing significant stress and a period of 'walking on eggshells'. They also noted the impact of the controversy on their personal life and their hair-care company, JVN Hair, which faced bankruptcy. Despite the backlash, they emphasized the unwavering support from their family and close circle.