Tan France is officially closing a defining chapter of his career. After nearly a decade as one of the Fab Five on Netflixs Queer Eye, the fashion expert and style icon has wrapped filming on the shows final season, a shorter, five-episode farewell set in Washington, D.C.Speaking shortly after production ended, France reflected on what it meant to bring the beloved makeover series to the nations capital for its final run. Filming in D.C., he said, felt meaningful but also challenging given the citys current political climate.It was great filming in the Capitol, France said. It was hectic very hectic because of how things are right now. But it was good. It was a shorter season. Its only five episodes, but it felt lovely doing it in D.C. for our farewell.Since debuting in 2018, Queer Eye has become one of Netflixs most impactful unscripted hits, praised for its emphasis on empathy, personal growth and LGBTQ visibility. France, along with Antoni Porowski, Jonathan Van Ness, Karamo Brown and Bobby Berk, and the new addition of Jeremiah Brent helped redefine the makeover format, focusing as much on emotional transformation as outward change. Over nine seasons, the show earned multiple Emmy Awards and built a global fan base.For France, the end of Queer Eye marks not just a goodbye, but a turning point. He acknowledged that after eight and a half to nine years with the series, he feels ready to move forward.Im loving where my career might go, he said. Ive been on Queer Eye for nine years eight and a half, nine years and thats a long time. Im ready to see whats next.That next chapter is already taking shape. In recent years, France has expanded his rsum well beyond the makeover chair. He has hosted multiple reunion specials, including events tied to Selling Sunset and The White Lotus, and has become a familiar face across unscripted television. He also revealed that he is launching new digital projects later this year, signaling a shift toward more creator-driven and entrepreneurial work.Im launching digital projects this year, which Im really excited about, France said, offering a glimpse into what fans can expect from him postQueer Eye.While France is eager for the future, his affection for queer storytelling remains clear. Asked about a favorite pop culture moment of the year, he quickly pivoted to praising LGBTQ-centered comedy.I know I should say Heated Rivalry, but I havent started watching it yet, he said with a laugh. Instead, he highlighted Overcompensating, the comedy series from Benny Drama. I love Benny Drama. I loved the show. I was worried it wasnt going to get a second season because it took a long time, but Im so glad they did.As Queer Eye prepares to take its final bow, Frances legacy on the show is secure. He helped make kindness fashionable, queerness accessible and style deeply personal for millions of viewers. Filming the final season in Washington, D.C., underscores how far the series, and its stars, have come, bringing messages of acceptance and self-worth to the heart of the country.Though the Fab Five era is ending, Tan Frances influence is not. As he steps into a new phase of his career, one thing remains clear hes not done just yet.Source