History of Jay Manuel in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: February 16, 2026

Jay Manuel is a Canadian TV personality, make-up artist, creative director, and author. He rose to prominence as the creative director on America's Next Top Model for its initial eighteen seasons. Manuel also hosted Canada's Next Top Model, further solidifying his presence in the fashion and television industries.

August 14, 1972: Jay Manuel's Birth

On August 14, 1972, Jay Manuel, a Canadian TV host, creative director, make-up artist, and author, was born.

2003: Jay Manuel Joins America's Next Top Model

In 2003, Jay Manuel joined America's Next Top Model as the Creative Director for its first cycle.

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2011: "It Gets Better" Video

In 2011, Jay Manuel created an "It Gets Better" video to empower LGBTQ youth.

2011: Clothing Line Release

In 2011, Jay Manuel released a clothing line for Sears Canada called Attitude.

2011: Release of Attitude Jay Manuel Clothing Line

In 2011, Jay Manuel released a women's clothing line for Sears Canada, called Attitude Jay Manuel.

2014: Jay Manuel Beauty Launch

In 2014, Jay Manuel Beauty launched with a range of products aimed at creating a high-definition finish, appealing to a younger generation. The products were designed to give an Instagram filter finish without needing a filter.

2014: Launch of Jay Manuel Beauty

In 2014, Jay Manuel launched Jay Manuel Beauty, a line of cosmetics based on Filter Finish Collection technology.

March 2015: Jay Manuel Beauty Launched on HSN

In March 2015, Jay Manuel Beauty was launched on HSN.

2015: Jay Manuel Beauty Supported by Iman

In 2015, Jay Manuel's beauty range was launched with the support of supermodel-turned-entrepreneur, Iman, and distributed by her company Impala Inc.

July 2016: Jay Manuel Beauty to Debut on QVC UK

In July 2016, it was announced that the Jay Manuel Beauty range would debut on the UK's QVC shopping channel in September of that year.

December 12, 2016: America's Next Top Model Renewed on VH1

On December 12, 2016, after being cancelled for three years, America's Next Top Model was renewed on VH1.

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2017: Jay Manuel Beauty Opens Retail Location and Judges Miss Universe

In 2017, Jay Manuel Beauty opened its first retail location at Roosevelt Field Mall. Also in 2017, Jay Manuel served as one of the judges for Miss Universe 2017.

2017: Move into Retail Sector Announced

In 2017, Jay Manuel announced his move into the retail sector with a range of beauty stores, partnering with Simon and its shopping centers. The first brick and mortar location was planned for Roosevelt Field Mall.

2017: Judging Miss Universe 2017

In early 2017, Jay Manuel was announced as a judge for the Miss Universe 2017 beauty pageant. He was one of the six final judges who crowned Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters as Miss Universe 2017 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

2018: Expansion of Retail Locations

In 2018, more Simon-based locations were planned to open, following the opening of the first location on November 16 in Garden City, NY. Women's Wear Daily estimated potential revenues of $1 million from the first store's first year, focusing on improving customer experience through technology.

May 2020: Instagram Live Series with Miss J. Alexander

In May 2020, Jay Manuel and Miss J. Alexander started a weekly Instagram Live series based on their experiences on America's Next Top Model; later syndicated to Facebook and YouTube.

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