Jacob "Jake" Bailey (March 16, 1978 – October 23, 2015) was an American

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and photographer.

Early life

Bailey attended Judge Memorial Catholic High School in Salt Lake City and graduated in 1996.

Career

Growing up in Salt Lake City, Bailey was a performer in numerous theatrical productions and developed an interest in makeup artistry while assisting set artists. He would become assistant to the Salt Lake City Opera's make-up designer and wig master. By the age of 18, Bailey had moved to New York City, where he perfected his technique at makeup counters and through apprenticeships with artists including Kevyn Aucoin and Pat McGrath. He would go on to collaborate with some of the top photographers in the fashion and entertainment industries including David LaChapelle, Tim Walker, Mark Seliger, Norman Jean Roy and Ellen von Unwerth, Bailey himself would then go on to also become a passionate photographer. Bailey's work appeared in publications including '' Vogue'', '' Vanity Fair'', '' Allure'' and ''

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''. He worked with

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, among others.

Death

Bailey died at age 37 from carbon monoxide poisoning. His death drew tributes from celebrities on his long list of clientele including Paris Hilton,

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, and Selena Gomez.

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* {{DEFAULTSORT:Bailey, Jake 1978 births 2015 deaths Artists from Salt Lake City American make-up artists Suicides by carbon monoxide poisoning