After months of silence, Jonathan Van Ness addresses allegations of emotional abuse and rage from Queer Eye crew members in a report by Rolling Stone. Described as "demeaning" and a "nightmare," sources stated that Van Ness would lash out and instill fear in those around them. Van Ness, who uses they/she/he pronouns, admitted on a podcast that the experience caused them to question their own behavior and self-worth. Despite Netflix warning that the article was not based in reality, Van Ness struggled with the fallout, leading to a period of self-reflection and withdrawal from social media. The reality star used the experience as an opportunity for growth, learning to slow down, disengage, and love themselves. Van Ness sought comfort from their husband and team, highlighting the challenges of dealing with intense public scrutiny and personal doubts.