Anthony Pazos

Anthony Pazos is a celebrity hair stylist and makeup artist from Los Angeles, California. He is most recognizably known for his work on WE tv's L.A. Hair which features celebrity hair stylist Kimberly Kimble and all her staff.^[1] Some of his celebrity clientele include Khloe Kardashian, Ashley Greene, and One Direction.

Early life

Anthony Pazos comes from a latino family; his father is Mexican-Peruvian and his mother is Bolivian-American.^[2]

Growing up eating traditional dishes whipped up by his Peruvian grandfather, who was also a restaurateur, the 26-year-old described his family as “so rich loving and flavorful.”^[3]

Career

Anthony Pazos began his televise career at a very young age. His first television appearances were on the Style Network's 'Split Ends' and 'How Do I Look'.^[4]

Anthony's work has been featured in renowned publications such as Vogue Italia, Maxim, Hollywood Reporter, Backstage, Wired, Venice, Fader and Curve Magazines. Anthony has also been featured on E! Style Network's "How Do I Look", "Split Ends." He has worked as a freelance stylist, B2V in Beverly Hills, and currently at his own salon, Anthony Pazos Salon. He also divides his time between private clients, editorial shoots and film projects.^[5]

When asked about why he does hair, Anthony said, "My mission is not to simply make someone look 'pretty', but unveil their true beauty to the world. After sitting in my chair, no matter who you are or where you come from, you will leave feeling elevated and confident. I will incorporate your face shape, lifestyle, and personality to invigorate your look. When we look this good and feel this great, it's that much easier to live our dreams"^[6]

Throughout his career, Anthony has worked with such entertainers as Ashley Greene, the Kardashians, Leighton Meester, One Direction, among others. Anthony has been spotlighted in such outlets as Vogue Italia, Hollywood Reporter, Fader, Venice, Wired, Backstage, among many others.

On his future plans, Anthony stated, “I plan on opening a number of salons that will cater to all economic classes. Also I want to create a natural/organic product line that works without the harsh preservatives and parabens.”

He listed Natalie Portman, Anne Hathaway and Keira Knightley as the three actresses that he would love to someday work with. “I love that these ladies embody such confidence and sophistication. They're the epitome of Hollywood glamour and I would totally rock their hairstyle if given the chance,” Anthony said.^[7]

Anthony gives his expert style advice to publications such as Shape, Allure, and Redbook.^[8][9][10]

Personal life

Born and raised in the Los Angeles area, he graduated with an AA and license in cosmetology and began “popping around studio to studio” in Hollywood. Pazos is not only dedicated to styling beautiful people - he also does a great deal of work both for animals and for the LGBT community. About two years ago, Pazos rescued two pit bulls named Kenny Powers and Peanut Butter, and calls them, “the sweetest dogs ever.” He makes it a point to mention how inhumane many animals are being treated every day. He says he does not have any tolerance for it.^[11]

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