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Bobbi Brown Corrects Record on Kate Middleton’s 2011 Bridal Makeup, Credits Artist Hannah Martin

Brown says the long‑held DIY tale endured because beauty brands typically did not publicize royal clients at the time.

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Prince William, Duke of Cambridge and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge smile following their marriage on April 29, 2011 in London, England.
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Overview

  • In her new memoir and on the Breaking Beauty podcast, Bobbi Brown says she did not apply the Princess of Wales’s wedding makeup and identifies UK artist Hannah Martin as the professional who did.
  • Brown confirms Catherine wore Bobbi Brown Cosmetics for the April 2011 ceremony.
  • She explains the company chose not to seek credit in 2011, citing industry norms that discouraged promoting royal associations.
  • Brown says she received a note from a staffer writing on the Princess’s behalf expressing appreciation for the makeup.
  • News outlets have reported the clarification, and Kensington Palace has not issued a response.