Lifetime Achievement Award Nominees Announced for the 13th Annual MUAHS Guild Awards

MUAHS Awards to be held Saturday, February 14, 2026

HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Oct. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The nominees for the Lifetime Achievement Award for the 13th Annual Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists Guild Awards (MUAHS, IATSE Local 706), presented by L'Oréal Groupe and Giovanni Eco Chic Beauty, have been announced by Julie Socash, President of IATSE Local 706. This prestigious award celebrates one Make-Up Artist and one Hair Stylist whose careers reflect a legacy of excellence and lasting impact on the entertainment industry. The winners will be announced on Thursday, November 6, 2025, and celebrated at the MUAHS Gala on Saturday, February 14, 2026, at the Westin Bonaventure in Los Angeles.

These distinguished professionals have elevated the art of character creation and storytelling through decades of innovation, artistry, and mentorship. Among them are Make-Up Artists John Caglione, Edouard Henriques, Gary Liddiard, Greg Nelson, and Brad Wilder. The nominees for Hair Stylists are Linda Arnold, Cydney Cornell, Judy Alexander Cory, Lola Kemp, and Bunny Parker.

For Headshots and Biographies of the Lifetime Achievement Nominees: CLICK HERE.

MUAHS "Behind the Slate" interviews for the 2026 Lifetime Achievement nominees, which explore their accomplishments, challenges, and creativity, can be seen on the links below. Dan Evans of IngleDodd Media produced these panels.

"Behind the Slate" Interviews: MUAHS Lifetime Achievement Nominees for Make-Up
vimeo.com/showcase/make-up
Interviews with the Make-Up nominees were moderated by Sue Cabral-Ebert (2019 MUAHS Lifetime Achievement Award honoree, "Dallas," "The Perfect Storm," "Pleasantville") and Lois Burwell (Oscar Winner for "Braveheart," +nominations for "The Fifth Element," "Saving Private Ryan")

"Behind the Slate" Interviews: MUAHS Lifetime Achievement Nominees for Hair Styling
vimeo.com/showcase/hairstyling
Interviews with the Hair Stylist nominees were moderated by Oscarâ-nominated hair stylist Barbara Lorenz ("La La Land," "Terminator: Dark Fate," "Big Little Lies"). 

The MUAHS Awards recognize excellence in the artistry and creativity of Make-Up Artists and Hair Stylists in a variety of categories, including motion pictures, television, music videos, Broadway and international theater productions, and theme parks. In addition to the Lifetime Achievement Awards, the MUAHS Awards also honor exceptional talent with a Distinguished Artisan Award.

For more information about the MUAHS Awards and to stay updated on news and announcements, please visit the official website at www.local706.org. For additional questions regarding MUAHS Awards submissions and eligibility, please contact [email protected].

ABOUT LOCAL 706 : The Make-Up Artists and Hair Stylists Guild (IATSE, Local 706) was chartered in November 1937. Today, its diverse membership includes over 2,300 Make-Up Artists and Hair Stylists working in motion pictures, television, commercials, music videos, theme parks, and live theater. The Guild recognizes outstanding achievements through its annual MUAHS Awards, as well as welcoming FYC promotions in their official member-only publication, website, email, and social media platforms.

For more information on the 13^th Annual MUAHS Awards Show, visit Local706.org or follow us at #MUAHS_awards, Instagram, TikTok, X, and Threads.

SUBMISSIONS/ELIGIBILITY :
MUAHS Awards Submissions: MUAHS Awards Submission
MUAHS Awards Support Team: [email protected] 

SPONSORSHIP/ADVERTISING/TICKETS CONTACT:
IngleDodd Media • 310.207.4410, ext. 245 • [email protected] 

PRESS CONTACTS:
Weissman/Markovitz Communications • Cheri Warner • Andy Aguinada
[email protected] • [email protected] • 818.760.8995 

TALENT RELATIONS CONTACT:
Marley Wittuck • [email protected]

SOURCE Make-Up Artists & Hair Stylists Guild (MUAHS, IATSE Local 706)