Jeffree Star is a multifaceted American personality, recognized as an internet sensation, a skilled makeup artist, and a former singer-songwriter. His entrepreneurial spirit led him to establish Jeffree Star Cosmetics, a venture that has significantly contributed to his prominence.
November 15, 1985: Birth of Jeffree Star
Jeffree Star, originally named Jeffrey Lynn Steininger Jr., was born on November 15, 1985 in Los Angeles County, California.
2002: High School Graduation
Jeffree Star graduated from Pacifica High School in Garden Grove, California in 2002.
2005: Collaboration with Hollywood Undead
In 2005, Jeffree Star was featured on the Hollywood Undead song "Turn Off The Lights," marking an early collaboration in his music career.
2009: Dahvie Vanity Arrest
Dahvie Vanity, a member of Blood on the Dance Floor, was arrested on sexual assault charges in 2009.
2009: Beauty Killer Album Release
Jeffree Star released his debut studio album, "Beauty Killer," in 2009, featuring the hit song "Lollipop Luxury" with Nicki Minaj.
2010: Jeffree Star's Accusations Against Dahvie Vanity
In 2010, Jeffree Star publicly accused Dahvie Vanity of sexual misconduct with underage girls.
2010: Signing to Konvict Muzik
In 2010, Jeffree Star signed to Akon's label, Konvict Muzik, but later left in 2013 due to legal issues and called it a mistake.
2012: Jeffree Star Claims to Witness Vanity's Actions
Jeffree Star claimed he witnessed Dahvie Vanity engaging in inappropriate behavior with underage girls in 2012.
2013: Departure from Music Industry
Jeffree Star left the music industry in 2013 due to complications with Konvict Muzik, calling it his "biggest mistake."
November 2014: Jeffree Star Cosmetics Founded
On November 2014, Jeffree Star founded Jeffree Star Cosmetics, marking a significant turning point in his career.
2014: Launch of Jeffree Star Cosmetics
Jeffree Star founded his makeup brand, Jeffree Star Cosmetics, in 2014, after facing financial difficulties following his music career.
2015: Relationship with Nathan Schwandt
Jeffree Star began dating Nathan Schwandt in 2015.
August 11, 2018: First East Coast Jeffree Star Cosmetics Store
The first East Coast store to carry Jeffree Star Cosmetics opened at the Westfield Garden State Plaza in Paramus, New Jersey on August 11, 2018.
2018: Forbes Recognition
In 2018, Forbes ranked Jeffree Star as the fifth-highest-paid YouTuber, earning $18 million from his channel.
January 2020: Breakup with Nathan Schwandt
Jeffree Star's relationship with Nathan Schwandt ended in January 2020 after five years.
June 2020: Apology for Offensive Website Content
Jeffree Star issued an apology in June 2020 for offensive content, including swastikas and self-harm imagery, found on his former website, Lipstick Nazi.
October 2020: Sexual Assault Allegations Surface
In October 2020, journalist Kat Tenbarge published a report accusing Jeffree Star of sexual assault, which Star's attorney denied.
December 2023: YouTube Channel Success
By December 2023, Jeffree Star's YouTube channel had amassed over 15.8 million subscribers and 2.5 billion views.