Edward Ross was the father of Nolan Ross. Edward kicked Nolan out after being told that he wouldn't continue going to school. Despite the initial disappointment, Edward grew to become proud of Nolan and even had collections and compilations of articles on his son's success. After years of estrangement, Edward finally decided to meet with Nolan. However, the situation aggravated when Bizzy Preston publicized a claim that Nolan was gay. Edward read the press release and apparently never spoke to Nolan again.