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Hollywood's most famous make-up artists honored with Walk of Fame star

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While you might not be familiar with the Westmore family by name, you're most definitely familiar with their work, and it's their artistry in make-up that has earned the Westmores the 2,370th star on the Walk of Fame.

A Walk of Fame spokesperson said, "The Westmores not only created, but they defined the role of make-up artists in Motion Pictures. George Westmore opened the very first make-up department at Selig Studios in 1917." Members of the family were responsible for the signature looks of stars like Rudolph Valentino, Clara Bow, Audrey Hepburn, Elizabeth Taylor, Bette Davis, and even Barbie.

Looks created by the Westmore Family

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  • Elizabeth Taylor
  • Bette Davis
  • Clara Bow
  • Vivien Leigh
  • Audrey Hepburn
According to the same representative, the Westmores "changed the face of Hollywood, literally," defining glamor and beauty the world over. Michael Westmore, grandson of George, received an Oscar in 1986 for his work on Mask, and holds the record for most Emmy nominations for a make-up artist at 42, picking up nine of the statues.

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