Ezra Deran Michel is an American singer-songwriter, musician, actor, and social media influencer. He is the lead singer of the band The Pussyboys.
Michel makes pop and folk music. He is the lead singer of the band The Pussyboys. In 2021, he released his single "Girl Baby" about an AFAB person growing into their nonbinary identity and receiving positive responses and support from their community. The music video starred Laith Ashley and Gottmik. Another one of Michel's singles, "Man of my Dreams" was popular on the social media platform TikTok, where Michel had over 150,000 followers in 2022. He is a popular LGBTQ creator on the platform.
Michel worked with Trans Pride Los Angeles and Youth Pride NYC to support transgender and queer youth. He was the first openly trans masculine actor on Telemundo's American comedy drama television series 100 dÃÂas para enamorarnos. He founded the clothing line Pussyboy Apparel.
Michel was named in the 2023 Forbes 30 Under 30 list.
Michel attended Mills College but later dropped out.
He is transgender and also identifies as nonbinary and gender fluid. He is of Mexican descent, as his father was born in Mexico.
Michel is married to transgender actress and influencer Elle Deran. They moved from Los Angeles, California to Jalisco, Mexico. Michel was previously in a relationships with Bob the Drag Queen and Rose Montoya.
He is sober.