These are all just a few of the words used to describe the late makeup artistAJ Crimson.
The Detroit-raised makeup artist’s career began in the early 2000s.
Working with Estelle inspired him to launch hisnamesake beauty brand, he previously toldAllurein a 2017 interview.
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“I wanted to build a box around that girl.”
“Holding space for Black women was at your core,” Sir John wrote.
“That’s why I fuck wit you!!!!!”
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“We truly have lost a KING,” makeup artistTheo Turnerwrote in his Instagram post.
Makeup artistDanessa Myricksemphasized how “magical” a human Crimson was and how he always inspired and praised her.
I will miss you so much, my beautiful friend.
Thank you for all you contributed to me, this industry, and the world."
Keyshia Cole, who has worked with the makeup artist before, was in disbelief at the news.
StylistJune Ambrosehails Crimson a “master at his craft” and a “beautiful spirit.”
“You made your own lane.
“You were doing it before anyone else.”
HairstylistLarry Simsshared a picture of himself, Crimson, and another friend all wearing fedoras.
He kept his caption simple, expressing his deep love for the makeup artist.
There are no words that can sum up his whole.
Until we meet again!”
Rest in Peace, AJ.
