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Gary Thompson
Transform beauty industry perceptions with Gary Thompson, speaker and diversity advocate. Gary works with organisations to champion inclusivity and redefine beauty standards, delivering influential insights as the UK's first male beauty campaign ambassador with 320,000+ followers.
Gary Thompson AKA "The Plastic Boy" is a makeup artist, blogger, and content creator breaking the boundaries of traditional makeup and beauty.
Gary was the first male in the UK to front a major beauty campaign and his story has been featured in multiple media publications, including the Daily Mail and the Metro.
He has been an active Ambassador for the Princes' Trust and has spoken on many platforms about diversity in the beauty industry and how it needs to change.
An influencer with over 320,000 followers, The Plastic Boy has a particular affection for those moments when makeup makes us be a bit outrageous.
Gary Thompson brings insights into diversity and innovation in the beauty industry. His groundbreaking journey and advocacy for inclusivity inspire change, while his expertise in makeup artistry and social media influence offer valuable strategies for brand growth and engagement. Elevate your event with his dynamic presence.
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To book Gary Thompson, email gary.plastic.boy.thompson@getapeptalk.com or call PepTalk on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm Gary's availability and speaking fee. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and about your audience.
Gary Thompson draws on his personal experience as the first male in the UK to front a major beauty campaign to speak about diversity in the beauty industry, grounding his advocacy in his own documented journey through mainstream media coverage and brand representation.
Gary 'Plastic Boy' Thompson speaks on diversity in the beauty industry, confidence, and the evolving boundaries of traditional makeup and beauty. He was the first male in the UK to front a major beauty campaign, a milestone covered by the Daily Mail and the Metro, and has served as an Ambassador for the Prince's Trust.
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