Celebrity Makeup Artist — Billy B

Considered the "rock star" of makeup, billy b is a virtual icon in the industry. Since arriving in New York City in 1985 from Aberdeen, Mississippi, billy b has become one of the most successful and sought-after makeup artists in the fashion and entertainment industries. His work can be seen on the covers of magazines such as Vanity Fair, Harpers Bazaar, French, Marie Claire, Elle, Rolling Stone, Essence and GQ among many others. His work can also be seen on every Red Carpet including The Academy Awards, the Emmys, the Golden Globes, Tonys and the Grammys. He is responsible for Pink's flawless, ethereal looks (U+UR Hand, anyone?), and has traveled on tour as personal makeup artist to Beyonce, Missy Elliott, Mary J. Blige, the Dixie Chicks, Mariah Carey...there are just too many to mention. Billy was mentioned by the late, great Kevyn Aucoin as his "mentor," and has a book releasing 2009.