Trae Young, born on September 19, 1998, is a prominent American professional basketball player for the Atlanta Hawks in the NBA. He gained recognition during his college basketball career at the University of Oklahoma, where he exhibited exceptional talent and skill. Young's remarkable abilities led him to tie the NCAA Division I single-game assists record and become the only player to lead the NCAA in both points and assists in a single season. Known as "Ice Trae," he was drafted by the Dallas Mavericks in the 2018 NBA draft and swiftly traded to the Atlanta Hawks. Throughout his NBA career, Young has earned numerous accolades, including being a four-time NBA All-Star and leading the Hawks to three playoff runs, including a trip to the Eastern Conference Finals in 2021. Born in Texas, Young's basketball roots run deep, with both his parents and uncle having basketball backgrounds. His exceptional talent and dedication have solidified his status as one of the most promising young talents in the basketball world.

Trae Crowder is an American comedian, known for his role as The Liberal Redneck and co-author of The Liberal Redneck Manifesto: Draggin' Dixie Outta the Dark and Round Here and Over Yonder: A Front-Porch Travel Guide by Two Progressive Hillbillies. Growing up in rural Celina, Tennessee, and later attending Tennessee Tech, Crowder was the first in his family to graduate from college. His liberal political views are attributed to his upbringing in abject poverty and his close relationship with his gay uncle. Crowder's career in comedy began at Side Splitters comedy club in Knoxville, Tennessee, and he gained popularity with his comedic monologues as The Liberal Redneck, amassing millions of views on YouTube. He co-founded the WellRED Comedy Tour with Drew Morgan and Corey Ryan Forrester and has appeared on various media outlets, including HBO's Real Time with Bill Maher. Crowder has also ventured into television and film projects, including a deal with ABC for a sitcom based on his life and the production of a documentary with former presidential candidate Andrew Yang. In addition to his comedic work, Crowder has authored books and released his special, "Trash Daddy."