Ryan is one of a handful of performers to appear both in the film adaptation and in a stage production of Hedwig & the Angry Inch.
He has shared stages and screens with a number of celebrities, including Liza Minnelli, Debbie Reynolds, Lady Bunny, Todrick Hall, Billy Stritch, Sky Gilbert, Rt. Hon. Michaelle Jean, Lance Bass, Vivek Shraya, Ultra Nate, Carla Collins, and more.
He identifies as queer and came out in 1993.
Ryan is passionate animal lover, and particularly committed to Cat care and Elephant. preservation
He was born and raised in Mississauga, and has lived in Toronto and New York City.