In 2010, Gunn appeared as himself in Season 4 of Gossip Girl. He also occasionally joined The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson, offering advice during the show's humorous viewer mail segments.

Role at Liz Claiborne and Public Recognition

In 2007, Tim Gunn transitioned from Parsons to take on the position of Chief Creative Officer at Liz Claiborne Inc. That same year, he received significant recognition: April 27, 2007, was declared “Tim Gunn Day” in Palm Desert, California. He was also honored with a certificate of recognition from Palm Springs and a commemorative plaque from Rancho Mirage.

In 2009, Gunn returned to speak at the Corcoran College of Art and Design's commencement ceremony and was awarded an honorary doctorate degree from the institution.

Personal Life and Advocacy

Tim Gunn resides in Manhattan, New York. He has been openly gay for most of his adult life, though he initially kept his sexuality private, only revealing it to his sister around the age of 30. Gunn has described himself as celibate since 1985, a personal choice he has discussed candidly in interviews.

Gunn is a committed advocate for animal rights and has publicly condemned the use of animal fur in fashion design, calling the treatment of animals for fashion purposes “egregiously irresponsible.” In 2013, he endorsed Christine Quinn in her campaign for Mayor of New York City.

Tim Gunn’s Continued Influence

In addition to his television and fashion work, Gunn maintains an online presence through his blog and podcast, where he offers insights on style and culture. As of recent estimates, Tim Gunn has a net worth of approximately $15 million, reflective of his decades-long influence in the world of fashion and television.