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Est. NYC — The Gay Boy Next Door

Dwight
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Writer.  Producer.  Beauty Mogul.  Media Personality.
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Dwight Allen O'Neal
O'Neal Appeal

The Gay Boy
Next Door

Dwight Allen O'Neal is more than a brand — he's a movement. A NYC-based writer, producer, beauty mogul, and media personality, Dwight has spent years helping audiences navigate life's messiest moments with humor, honesty, and heart.

From the pages of The Advocate to the stages of keynote events across the country, Dwight brings his unique perspective as the self-proclaimed "Gay Boy Next Door" — relatable, unapologetic, and endlessly entertaining. Trained at the prestigious American Musical and Dramatic Academy (AMDA), his artistry spans writing, performing, and producing content that speaks to the culture.

"Create your own unique APPEAL — because nobody else can be you."
Shoulda Coulda Woulda Podcast
⚠ Parental Advisory — Explicit Content

Shoulda Coulda
Woulda

Life's biggest lessons come from life's biggest mistakes. Each week, Dwight dives deep into the "what ifs" and "if onlys" — the stories we all have but rarely share. Raw, real, and unfiltered conversations about love, ambition, identity, and everything in between.

  New Episodes Every Wednesday
03 — Books

Words That
Hit Different

Shoulda! Coulda! Woulda! Book

Shoulda! Coulda! Woulda!

A Memoir of Mistakes & Lessons

Mistakes aren't just stumbling blocks — they're the sculptors that shape who we are. In this unflinching memoir, Dwight shares the moments that almost broke him and the lessons that ultimately built him.

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Collar Confessions Book

Collar Confessions

Sharing the Man of God

A provocative, unforgettable story about faith, desire, and the complicated truths that live in the space between the pulpit and the pew. Not for the faint of heart.

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Manifestation Journal
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Educate.
Entertain.
Inspire.

As "The Gaylebrity," Dwight Allen O'Neal brings electric energy and authentic storytelling to every stage. With formal training from AMDA and years of experience in media and entertainment, he delivers keynotes and appearances that audiences never forget.

  • Keynote Speaking
  • Panel Discussions & Moderation
  • Guest Appearances & Hosting
  • Brand Collaborations
  • Podcast Guest Features
  • University & Campus Events
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06 — Press

As Seen In

Featured in major publications nationwide
The Advocate
Bravo TV
LA Times
Instinct Magazine Poz Magazine Los Angeles Blade Teen People The Hollywood Digest The Hollywood Reporter Get Out Magazine HIV Plus Swerve Magazine
07 — Blog

Latest
Thoughts

August 26, 2024

The Hurricane

Sometimes life hits you like a Category 5 — and all you can do is hold on, rebuild, and find the beauty in the wreckage.

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August 19, 2024

Uncle Daddy Returns

The stories we tell ourselves about family, chosen and otherwise, shape everything. Here's another chapter.

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July 30, 2024

Just 1 Minute

A behind-the-scenes look at the micro-series that proves you don't need an hour to tell a story that matters.

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