What happens when your hairline fades but your confidence levels rise? This week, Drew and Alex sit down with viral sensation and bald baddy Ben Russell Lynch to get muddy about vanity, aging, and self-image in a world obsessed with youth. Ben opens up about his journey with alopecia, the creation of his online persona, and how embracing his baldness turned into a movement. From pop songs to punchlines, Ben proves that being BALD—Baddie Addie Little Diva—isn’t a flaw, it’s a flex.
Bio: Ben Russell-Lynch, originally from Midland, MI moved to NYC with a B.A. in Musical Theatre, from Oakland University, to pursue his dream of being a performer. While there he worked on National Tours, Cruise Ships, and Regional Theater stages. Much like many performers, the pandemic shifted Ben's attention to TikTok as a new creative outlet. He soon realized that embracing his hair loss with humor—through silly, sassy, and playful content—could bring smiles to millions! As @b.e.n_rl on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and Snapchat, he’s amassed over 5 million followers and garners 90 million views each month. These days, the show must go on in front of a ring light instead of a spotlight with hair transformations, role-play livestreams, and never ending hair flips!
Ben’s Social Media: @b.e.n_rl, www.BaldBRL.com
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Your Hosts: Alex Kumin (@Alex.Kumin) and Drew King (@DrewKingNYC). Audio mixed by Sarah Webb (@SWAudioPost). Filmed and recorded in the Barrow Lounge at @TheMalin West Village.
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