Michael Westmore, the Oscar- and Emmy-winning makeup artist who worked with Elizabeth Taylor, will receive the Vanguard Award at the 11th annual Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists Guild Awards on Feb. 18. The guild announced the news on Thursday.
The Vanguard Award recognizes someone who has made “significant contributions to the make-up and hair styling industry and has left a lasting impact on the craft,” according to a statement.
“IATSE Local 706 is excited and thrilled to honor Michael Westmore with the Vanguard Award. His contributions and expertise to our industry are unparalleled,” Karen J. Westerfield, business rep for IATSE Local 706 Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists Guild, said in a statement.
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