Jay Manuel
Make-up artist, fashion photographer, model and fashion icon Jay Manuel is the photo director on the hit television series America's Next Top Model, hosted by Tyra Banks. He recently began marketing his own cosmetics line called Manual Override, available in the United States and Canada through The Shopping Channel.
Fast Facts
- Born: August 17, 1972
- Birthplace: Springfield, Illinois
- Raised: Toronto, Ontario
- Host of Canada's Next Top Model
- Originally wanted to become an opera singer
- Attended Norman Bethune Collegiate Institute
- Often appears on E! Network with J. Alexander
- Personal make-up artist of Tyra Banks
The Stars
Some of the stars Manuel has worked with as a make-up artist include Tyra Banks, Jennifer Lopez, Pink, Alicia Silverstone, David Bowie, Iman, Kim Cattrall and Rebecca Romijn.
Lawsuit
Manuel is being sued by Thruline Entertainment, a talent agency claiming to be his manager. The company is suing for 10% of the $405,000 total Manuel made while working with Americas Next Top Model.1
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