Hairstylist Jesus Guerrero Dies "Suddenly and Unexpectedly" at 34: Jen Atkin, Chris Appleton Pay Tribute - E! Online
Following the death of Jesus Guerrero—hairstylist of Kylie Jenner, Jennifer Lopez and more celebs—his colleagues, including Jen Atkin and Chris Appleton, honored his "undeniable" talent.
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The Hollywood community is mourning the loss of their talented colleague: Jesus Guerrero.
The celebrity hairstylist—who worked with Kylie Jenner and Jennifer Lopez, among others, throughout his career—recently passed away at the age of 34.
"It is with a heavy heart that we let the world know that Jesus Guerrero has gone to heaven," Jesus' sister Gris Guerrero shared on a GoFundMe page created in his honor. "He is a son, a brother, an uncle, an artist, a friend, and so much more."
"Born and raised in Houston, TX to immigrant parents, Jesus learned how to work hard and dreamt of taking his skills to the top," Gris continued. "Unfortunately, his passing came very suddenly and unexpectedly. Currently, his family is taking care of his personal belongings and accommodations to bring him home to Houston."
After learning of Jesus' death, his colleagues, including fellow hairstylist Jen Atkin, honored his memory.
"Our hearts will never be the same," the Ouai founder wrote on her Instagram Story Feb. 22. "Such a loving light and talent we lost too soon."
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Kylie Jenner's Hairstylist Jesus Guerrero Dead at 34
"Jesus gave his all to every he did and he left such an impact on all that knew him," Jen added. "He showed up 10 years ago from Texas with all of this insane talent and warmth and an unforgettable SMILE. He was the first to come and bear hug you, play with your hair, and ask how you're doing."
As Jen noted, Jesus was easy to root for.
"I love you Jesus," she concluded, "and I hope you're witnessing all of the tears we're all crying."
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Celebrity hairstylist Chris Appleton echoed Jen's sentiments, writing on his own Instagram Story Feb. 23 that Jesus' talent was "undeniable."
"And his creativity was always ahead of its time," Chris—who also honored late hairstylist Graham Nation—continued. "He had a way of making hair an art form, and his passion inspired so many."
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Keep reading for more moving tributes to Jesus.
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"I’m at such a loss for words," the makeup artist shared on Instagram. "From the moment I met Jesus I fell in love with him. You couldn’t help it. He was the absolute kindest most authentic person I have ever met. Anytime I saw his name on a call sheet I would immediately text him with excitement and do a happy dance because I knew it was going to be an amazing day. Not only because of his insane talent but because just simply being in his presence was a gift."
In the comments, Khloe Kardashian responded with a series of emojis, including a broken heart.
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Chris Appleton
"Heartbroken to hear about the passing of @jesushair," the Color Wow director wrote on his Instagram Story. "His talent was undeniable, and his creativity was always ahead of its time. He had a way of making hair an art form, and his passion inspired so many."
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"Our hearts will never be the same," the Mane creator captioned her Instagram Story. "Such a loving light and talent we lost too soon."
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Ariel Tejada
"2•22, one of Gods most Beautiful Angels has just opened his wings and flew to join him in heaven, and watch over me," the makeup artist, who worked alongside Jesus with friend and client Kylie Jenner, shared on Instagram. "Last night I experienced the most painful, breath taking pain I have ever felt when I found out you left us @jesushair."
"You were my Anchor, my Rock, in every room we made magic in together," Ariel continued. "We in sync on a level that only you and I will ever comprehend. You were a safe haven for me that gave me the push to be the best version of myself in every room we were in together! More than a friend you were my brother."
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Maeve Reilly
"I just cannot believe it," the celebrity stylist wrote on her Instagram Story. "The brightest light and kindest soul."