Tabatha Coffey is a United States-based Australian hairstylist, salon owner, and television personality.[1] Her participation as a contestant on the television show Shear Genius in 2007 led to her own fame in the U.S. She was given a television show, Tabatha Takes Over (2008–13), which aired on the US cable television network Bravo. A similar series, Relative Success with Tabatha, aired on Bravo in 2018.
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 Coffey in 2012 | |
| Born | Brisbane, Queensland, Australia |
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| Known for | Shear Genius Tabatha Takes Over Relative Success with Tabatha |
| Website | tabathacoffey |
Early life edit
Coffey was born in May 14, 1969, in Brisbane, Queensland, and raised in Surfers Paradise.[2][3]
Career edit
Coffey opened her own salon, 'Industrie Hair Gurus', in Ridgewood, New Jersey.[4] She also styles clients at the Warren-Tricomi salon in West Hollywood. Her approach is transformative, creating a special look for each individual, unlike other stylists who specialize in a certain look. She also works as a platform artist for hair care product company, Joico International. She tours different countries 6–12 times a year doing hair shows for the company. "My favourite thing is to do work with other professionals and teaching," she said in an interview. "I love giving and getting back from other professionals."[5]
She has also been in beauty publications, as well as backstage in New York's Mercedes Benz Fashion Week. She works regularly as an editorial stylist for top fashion and beauty publications, including Seventeen, Marie Claire, and Mademoiselle. She wrote It's Not Really About the Hair: The Honest Truth About Life, Love, and the Business of Beauty, published in 2011, and Own It, published in 2014.[citation needed]
Television edit
Coffey was first introduced to American audiences when she became a contestant in the Bravo reality show Shear Genius. Having auditioned out of curiosity, she quickly earned a reputation for her outspokenness and intensity. She was a front-runner in the competition, winning most of the challenges during her stay, but she was eliminated in the sixth episode, along with her teammate for the day, Tyson. She has made no secret of her objections to Tyson's methods, thinking his ego got in the way of his work. The judges eliminated them for their poor teamwork. Coffey later won $10,000 as the show's Fan Favorite.[6]
In 2008, Coffey was approached by Bravo to star in the reality series Tabatha's Salon Takeover in which she uses her hairdressing and business expertise to assist salons that are in danger of closing. The show was renamed Tabatha Takes Over for its fourth season where she used the same formulas to invigorate other types of businesses such as bars and restaurants. She has also appeared on Make Me a Supermodel Season 2, The Tyra Banks Show as a part of Banks's "Glam Squad," and The Biggest Loser along with Tim Gunn, giving makeovers to the show's contestants.[citation needed]
In 2011, Coffey was the host for the NAHA awards.[7]
In 2018, Coffey's new show, Relative Success with Tabatha, aired on Bravo. Coffey uses her business expertise to help struggling families come together not only to help the business but the family as well.[citation needed]
References edit
- ^ "Tabatha Coffey". Tabatha Coffey. Retrieved 2 November 2013.
- ^ Knox, David (10 September 2009). "Tabatha cuts 'em to the quick". TV Tonight. Retrieved 21 November 2023.
- ^ Cartwright, Darren (14 April 2012). "Tabatha Coffey's a blunt cut above". The Courier-Mail. Retrieved 21 November 2023.
- ^ Moran, Gwen (12 July 2012). "Retail Decor Tips from the Star of 'Tabatha Takes Over'". NBC News. Retrieved 21 November 2023.
- ^ "Tabatha Coffey Biography". Buddytv.com. 17 May 1967. Retrieved 22 January 2012.
- ^ Dwyer, Michael (17 September 2009). "Aussie stylist delivers kindest cut". The Age. Retrieved 19 August 2012.
- ^ "Holly Madison and Tabatha Coffey for NAHA". Modern Salon. Retrieved 5 April 2019.