- Born
- Birth nameMarcellas L. Reynolds
- Nickname
- Marquee Marc
- Height6′ (1.83 m)
- Marcellas Reynolds, known as the "Walking, talking fashion Wikipedia," has made a remarkable journey from wardrobe stylist and entertainment reporter to bestselling author. You can catch him enthusiastically discussing all things pop culture on popular shows like ABC News, Access Hollywood, Good Day L.A., and Tamron Hall.
Marcellas's career took off with his discovery by the legendary agent Marie Anderson. Initially starting as a model, he traveled the world, strutting down runways and posing for renowned fashion photographers like Norman Jean Roy and Bruce Weber. His talent and charisma landed him opportunities with iconic brands such as Tommy Hilfiger, Ralph Lauren, and Nautica. While pursuing his modeling career in New York, Marcellas discovered his true passion for fashion styling. Soon enough, his styling work started gracing the pages of prestigious publications like British GQ, Grazia, InStyle, and British Vogue. He also had the privilege of styling notable celebrities such as Rebecca Hall, Sharon Stone, and Justin Timberlake, eventually leading him to Hollywood and a successful entertainment reporter and TV host career. You may have spotted Marcellas on Bravo's Watch What Happens Live, CBS This Morning, E! Live from the Red Carpet, and Good Morning America, sharing his expertise and vibrant personality with viewers.
In 2019, Marcellas added another accomplishment to his ever-expanding CV, publishing his first book, Supreme Models: Iconic Black Women Who Revolutionized Fashion. Marcellas followed this with his second book, Supreme Actresses: Iconic Black Women Who Revolutionized Hollywood, released in 2021. Both books received high praise, with American Vogue and Teen Vogue naming Supreme Models one of the finest fashion books ever published. The significance of Marcellas's work was further recognized when the Library of Congress included both Supreme Models and Supreme Actresses in its esteemed collection of historical books.
Continuing his momentum, in September 2022, Marcellas joined forces with executive producers Iman, the supermodel and entrepreneur, and RJ Cutler of This Machine to release Supreme Models, a groundbreaking six-part documentary series on YouTube Originals. In collaboration with Vogue, the docuseries achieved over 8.3 million views, captivating audiences with its insightful content and uplifting message. As if writing two bestselling books and producing a remarkable documentary within three years weren't impressive enough, Abrams Books recently announced the upcoming publication of Marcellas's third book, Supreme Sirens: Iconic Black Women Who Revolutionized Music, slated for release on January 23, 2024.
Marcellas Reynolds's multifaceted career and influential contributions have solidified his position as a leading fashion, entertainment, and literature authority. His dedication to celebrating and spotlighting the achievements of iconic Black women is both commendable and inspiring.- IMDb Mini Biography By: Sharron Elkabas
- Gender / Gender identityMale
- Pronounshe/him
- Sexual orientationGay
- Race / EthnicityBlack / African American
- Before casting directors found Marcellas for Big Brother, he worked as a male model. He has been photographed by Rick Day, Norman Jean Roy, and Bruce Weber.
- Reynolds art directed and styled the 2006 Carlson Twins calendar. Male supermodels and Amazing Race alumni Drew and Derek Riker shot the calendar. Marcellas, Drew, and Derek met in 1995 when they began modeling in Chicago.
- Reynolds appears in the 2006 Sexiest Men of Reality Calendar. He is October.
- In 2019 Marcellas Reynolds released his first book. Supreme Models: Iconic Black Women Who Revolutionized Fashion, is the first-ever book celebrating black models, filled with revealing essays, interviews, and stunning photographs.
- American Vogue chose Reynolds' first book, Supreme Models, as one of "The Nine Best Fashion Books of 2019.".
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