Jake Shears

Jake Shears
Jake Shears
	Shears performing in March 2011
Background information
Birth name	Jason F. Sellards
Born	October 3, 1978 (age 45); Mesa, Arizona, U.S.
Genres	Glam rock; alternative; pop;
Occupation(s)	Singer; musician; songwriter;
Instrument(s)	Vocals; keyboards; guitar; flute;
Years active	1999–2013, 2017–present
Member of	Scissor Sisters

Jason Sellards (born October 3, 1978), known professionally by the stage name Jake Shears, is an American musician. He is best known as the co-lead vocalist of New York City pop-rock band Scissor Sisters, who achieved considerable chart success in the 2000s before their indefinite hiatus in 2012. Since 2017, Shears has pursued a solo career; he released his debut solo studio album, Jake Shears, in August 2018 and his second album Last Man Dancing on June 2, 2023. In addition to his solo career, Shears has collaborated with several artists and made his Broadway debut in Kinky Boots in 2018.