Kirbie Johnson

1 month ago | airmail.news | Kirbie Johnson

In the run-up to the 97th Academy Awards, we saw Demi Moore in Schiaparelli, Cynthia Erivo in Givenchy, and Mikey Madison in Prada waltzing down the various carpets with all the charm we expect from our movie stars. The nominees’ roles were often overshadowed by the P.R. messaging from their contracted designers, jewelers, and makeup brands. For shame!Don’t worry. I’m not getting in the dramaturgical weeds.

Nov 21, 2024 | allure.com | Kirbie Johnson

In The Scenario, reporter Kirbie Johnson takes readers behind the scenes of the buzziest movies and TV shows to reveal how the best wigs, special effects makeup, and more are created. For this edition, Johnson spoke with Wicked’s hair and makeup designer, Frances Hannon, who explained the nuances of bringing two beloved characters—as well as over 3,000 background actors—to life. Frances Hannon had big ruby slippers to fill.

Nov 21, 2024 | yahoo.com | Kirbie Johnson

Courtesy Universal PicturesIn The Scenario, reporter Kirbie Johnson takes readers behind the scenes of the buzziest movies and TV shows to reveal how the best wigs, special effects makeup, and more are created. For this edition, Johnson spoke with Wicked’s hair and makeup designer, Frances Hannon, who explained the nuances of bringing two beloved characters—as well as over 3,000 background actors—to life. Frances Hannon had big ruby slippers to fill.

Oct 14, 2024 | allure.com | Kirbie Johnson

In The Scenario, reporter Kirbie Johnson takes readers behind the scenes of the buzziest movies and TV shows to reveal how the best wigs, special effects makeup, and more are created. For this edition, Johnson spoke with Saturday Night’s hair department head, Janine Thompson, and makeup department head, Tricia Sawyer, about the tensions and triumphs of transforming a motley crew of actors into a ferocious troupe of late-night comedy legends.

Oct 14, 2024 | yahoo.com | Kirbie Johnson

Getty Images; Sony PicturesIn The Scenario, reporter Kirbie Johnson takes readers behind the scenes of the buzziest movies and TV shows to reveal how the best wigs, special effects makeup, and more are created. For this edition, Johnson spoke with Saturday Night’s hair department head, Janine Thompson, and makeup department head, Tricia Sawyer, about the tensions and triumphs of transforming a motley crew of actors into a ferocious troupe of late-night comedy legends.