Reichen Lehmkuhl is an American former reality show winner, male model, and occasional actor,born as Richard Allen Lehmkuhl on December 26, 1973. He is best known for winning season four of the reality game show The Amazing Race. At age 16, he received his nomination from United States Congressman Barney Frank for admission to the United States Air Force Academy. After graduating in 1996, he served five years and attained the rank of Captain before his honorable discharge. He has since advocated for gay rights in the military as a spokesperson for Servicemembers Legal Defense Network.