About

With over two decades in the heart of New York City and globally working in the beauty and entertainment industry, Amanda Gabbard is a multi-hyphenate authority. Her work spans from the high-stakes energy of New York Fashion Week with Christian Siriano and Gucci Westman , red carpet, television productions and helping the everyday women feel and look their best. Amanda is both a celebrity makeup artist, on air beauty expert and a licensed esthetician, ensuring her clients don’t just look “camera-ready”, their skin stays healthy underneath.

Amanda’s expertise is trusted by some of the biggest names in the world. Her celebrity roster includes icons such as Kamala Harris, Al Pacino, Brooke Shields, Ana Gasteyer,  Charlie Sheen, Clive Davis, Akon and Tracy Morgan. Her approach is always the same no matter if it is an A list actor or the everyday woman balancing it all and in need of a little confidence boost – to listen and work together to create the best version of themselves. Having been on both sides of the camera, she knows what looks good and ensures her clients feel comfortable while looking and feeling fantastic. She also specializes in makeup and skincare tutorials, crafting the perfect routine for each client and teaching them how to apply a simple day look that can easily transition into an evening look.

Beyond the makeup chair, Amanda is a proven leader on set, frequently serving as the Department Head for Hair and Makeup on television productions. She understands the technical demands of cameras and studio lighting, ensuring every talent looks flawless from the first take to the last.

As Seen On & In You’ve likely seen Amanda leading beauty segments for ABC, NBC, and Amazon Live. Whether hosting alongside Carson Kressley and Paige DeSorbo or delivering expert tips on Style Code Live, Amanda brings a blend of professional mastery and effortless charisma to every frame. Her work has been featured in the pages of Vogue, The Wall Street Journal, CNN, In Style, Glamour, Cosmopolitan, Allure, Elle, and The New York Times to name a few.

Pro Beauty, Down-to-Earth Spirit Amanda’s philosophy is simple: Beauty should be relatable. She’s built a reputation for translating high end industry secrets into “rituals” into simple, effective habits for the modern woman.

• The Signature Transition: She specializes in teaching a 10-minute morning “base” that evolves into a sophisticated evening look with just a few expert tweaks.

• Beauty Unfiltered: Known for her comedic timing and sharp wit, Amanda’s “humorous-yet-helpful” approach has led to viral success, including high-profile collaborations like her recent work with Naomi Watts for a series of relatable (and hilarious) beauty videos.

“The Bride Whisperer” In the world of luxury weddings, Amanda is known as “The Bride Whisperer.” Her passion for bridal work has taken her from castle weddings in Scotland to beach ceremonies in the Bahamas. Her work has graced the runways of New York Bridal Fashion Week and the pages of Inside Weddings, helping brides across the globe feel like the most polished, confident versions of themselves.

Quick Stats for Media & Bookings:

• Based in: New York City / Globally

• Expertise: On Air Beauty & Lifestyle Expert, Makeup for Celebrities and the Everyday Woman, TV Department Head, Editorial, Bridal, Makeup & Skincare Lessons/Seminars, Guest Speaker, Content Creator

• Media Highlights: ABC, NBC, Amazon Live, CNN, Vogue, Cosmopolitan, NY Times, Wall Street Journal, CNN, In Style, Elle & Allure.

• Collaborations: Naomi Watts (Stripes Beauty), NIRA, Better Beauty, Doll 10, 

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