HAPPY NEW YEAR 2025
THE REALITY SHOW FEATURING TALENTED GAY MEN AIMING FOR SUCCESS
Meet The Starboys Cast
E.J. KING
An Actor, Television Personality and Fashion Guru who made an iconic mark in the glamorous life of celebrity fashion as a stylist to the stars. Working with phenomenal entertainers like Teyana Taylor, Grammy Award Winners Megan Thee Stallion, Chris Brown and more. EJ has now entered the world of acting as one of the stars of BET's drama "Angel." His message is living peaceful while enjoying life and looking like a star. What a way for this Starboy to make his grand entrance.
PHOTO BY ONE SHOT MIAMI
JARRELL
He is a ballroom icon who has dominated the category, Siren.
Born in Norfolk, Virginia, Jarrell is no stranger to the LGBT Community. He is the fan favorite known for his muscular physique and deep voice that melted hearts when first introduced to the television world on the HBO Max ballroom series "Legendary." Jarrell, a graduate of Virginia Wesleyan University, has become an entertainer and professional model that has been signed to Ford Models and Next Models. A famed icon in the ballroom leading as The Overall Father in The House Of Gorgeous Gucci. He is also an activist who worked for various LGBTQ organizations assisting in mental health and crisis management for individuals in the LGBT community. Choosing between fame & staying true to himself is what this Starboy wants.
PHOTO BY JUSTIN POLAND
ERIC
The Delaware / Philadelphia Recording Artist made a name for himself as a successful hairstylist with high-profile clients. Engaged to an equally successful medical professional, Eric balances his music career with his business and relationship. With the release of his EP "Lucidity," Eric is set to show why his star shines. Family, Friends, and Fame are only part of this Starboy story.
PHOTO BY TMP LENS
CHOSEN
The Norfolk, Virginia native is a mogul in the making. He is a relative of Civil Rights leader and former Executive Director for The NAACP Roy Wilkins. The bloodline gave him the gift to fight for himself & others. He spent years fighting with recording companies he signed with for the creative freedom to be an openly gay recording artist. He took a break from the music business and went to college. After winning a lawsuit for wrongful arrest, he started using his time working on his music & writing. The outspoken entertainer started his own entertainment company. Playing by a different set of rules, his own.
PHOTO BY JERMON HILL
JAHZEEL
The Virginia Beach native is one of the members of Multi-Grammy Award winner Pharrell Williams gospel choir, Voices Of Fire and also a cast member of the Netflix series "Voices Of Fire" that followed the development of the choir. Mumford is no stranger to television. He was a top finalist on "Popstars"which aired on The WB network. As a teenager, he attended a performing arts school whose student body include Broadway stars & Grammy Nominee Patrice Covington (A League of Their Own, abc television) and Adrienne Warren (Tina Turner in "Tina" The Musical & The Woman King Sony Pictures ). An accomplished singer, composer, dancer, pianist, philanthropist, actor, and gospel recording artist that is about to take it his multi-talents to the next level. A Starboy that is taking off.
The Starboys
Eric Mayo & Chosen Wilkins attend Shao New York Show during NYFW Fall-Winter (2025)
Eric Mayo & Chosen Wilkins attend Shao New York Show during NYFW Fall-Winter (2025)
Eric Mayo & Chosen Wilkins attend Shao New York Show during NYFW Fall-Winter (2025)
Photographed by Rob Kim
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E.J. King Celebrates Halloween at Nelly's 50th Birthday Bash (2024)
Eric Mayo & Chosen Wilkins attend Shao New York Show during NYFW Fall-Winter (2025)
Eric Mayo & Chosen Wilkins attend Shao New York Show during NYFW Fall-Winter (2025)
Photographed by Prince William
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The Starboys attend Recording Academy (DC Chapter) BLOCK PARTY (2024)
Eric Mayo & Chosen Wilkins attend Shao New York Show during NYFW Fall-Winter (2025)
The Starboys attend Recording Academy (DC Chapter) BLOCK PARTY (2024)
Photographed by Brian Stukes & Shannon Finney
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Chosen Wilkins in New York City (2024)
THE STARBOYS ATTEND Q&A AND SCREENING PARTY FOR "THE WOMAN KING" (2022)
The Starboys attend Recording Academy (DC Chapter) BLOCK PARTY (2024)
Photographed by James Devaney
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THE STARBOYS ATTEND Q&A AND SCREENING PARTY FOR "THE WOMAN KING" (2022)
THE STARBOYS ATTEND Q&A AND SCREENING PARTY FOR "THE WOMAN KING" (2022)
THE STARBOYS ATTEND Q&A AND SCREENING PARTY FOR "THE WOMAN KING" (2022)
Photographed by Paul Morigi
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THE STARBOYS ATTEND SPECIAL SCREENING OF "THE WOMAN KING" (2022)
THE STARBOYS ATTEND Q&A AND SCREENING PARTY FOR "THE WOMAN KING" (2022)
THE STARBOYS ATTEND Q&A AND SCREENING PARTY FOR "THE WOMAN KING" (2022)
Photographed by Shannon Finney
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THE STARBOYS ATTEND NEW YORK FASHION WEEK (2021)
THE STARBOYS @ THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF POTOMAC RELEASE PARTY (2021)
Photographed by John Lamparski GETTY IMAGES for NYFW
THE STARBOYS @ THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF POTOMAC RELEASE PARTY (2021)
THE STARBOYS @ THE REAL HOUSEWIVES OF POTOMAC RELEASE PARTY (2021)
Photographer Shannon Finney for GETTY IMAGES
JARRELL HARGRAVES (2021)
Photographers
Kris Connor (Getty)
Shannon Finney (Getty)
John Lamparski (Getty)
Prince Williams (Getty)
Paul Morigi (Getty)
Edward Berthelot (Getty UK)
Kent Smith (NBAE)
Brock Williams-Smith (NBAE)
THE STARBOYS AT ATLANTA BLACK PRIDE (2021)
THE STARBOYS AT ATLANTA BLACK PRIDE (2021)
Photographed by Prince Williams for GETTY IMAGES