Welcome back, Lookers! In this bite-sized edition of Look Behind The Look, we dive into the iconic 90s film, The Bodyguard, starring Whitney Houston and Kevin Costner. From Whitney's unforgettable performance of "I Will Always Love You" to the behind-the-scenes magic, this episode is packed with nostalgia and fascinating insights.

I had the honor of speaking with Academy Award-winning makeup artist Valli O'Reilly, who shared her journey of becoming Whitney's makeup artist for the film. Valli reveals the products she used, the makeup tests they performed, and even shares some treasured items from the set that she's kept for over 30 years.Discover the story behind Whitney's "glamorously natural" look, the iconic red lipstick, and the makeup techniques that brought her character, Rachel Maron, to life. Valli's anecdotes and expert tips will transport you back to the film's production and highlight the artistry involved in creating such an enduring look.

Let's also delve into the creation of the film's costumes, particularly the stunning Queen of the Night outfit. We found Susan Niniger's inspiration, which drew from Fritz Lang's Metropolis and Thierry Mugler's designs, and reflects on her collaboration with Whitney and the film's director, Mick Jackson.Join us as we celebrate Whitney Houston's legacy, explore the creative forces behind The Bodyguard, and reminisce about the moments that made this film a timeless classic. Share your favorite Bodyguard and Whitney moments with us on our Substack, and let's keep the conversation going!00:00:00 Welcome00:01:14 Whitney Houston first time meeting with Valli O'Reilly00:02:24 The Queen of the Night

00:07:02 Whitney Houston's iconic cover of Dolly Parton's song.Get full access to Look Behind The Look's Substack from Tiffany Bartok at lookbehindthelook.substack.com/subscribe

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Edited by Kelli Reilly

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This week, we have a very special guest, Tricia Sawyer, who holds a unique place in our podcast's history as my very first interviewee. Trisha is back to discuss her Emmy-nominated work on the visually stunning series Palm Royale on Apple TV. We dive into the intricate details of her craft, from the meticulous makeup designs to the collaborative process with costume and hair departments. Trisha shares her experiences working with the incredible cast, including Kristen Wiig, Carol Burnett, and Allison Janney, and gives us a sneak peek into the upcoming projects she's involved in, including an exciting new film about the early days of SNL.

**PLEASE NOTE! Mercury is Retro and so our zoom was glitching! Apologies but we tried several times to reconnect, then just embraced the glitch. My husband lovingly covered any awkward freezes with graphics- you know how bad an awkward freeze can be:) Enjoy this episode! 00:00:00 Welcome!

00:09:45 Discussing Palm Royale and its Emmy nomination

00:13:20 The creative process behind Palm Royale

00:18:40 Makeup secrets for Kristen Wiig and the cast

00:23:10 The unique looks for each character

00:27:50 Working with Carol Burnett and Kristen Wiig

00:34:00 Behind the scenes of the final ball scene

00:38:15 Teasing Season 2 of Palm Royale

00:41:30 Collaboration with the hair department

00:45:00 Inspirations and references for the show's looks

00:50:00 Upcoming SNL project and other endeavors Get full access to Look Behind

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