*Recently, surprising news hit that Nicki Minaj had to decided to say deuces to her glam squad and long-time hair stylist, Terrence Davidson.
While the details remain fuzzy, our partner, theJasmineBrand.com, chatted with the dearly departed, finding out what’s next for Minaj’s ex-hair-guru. Earlier this year, he released a statement confirming his departure:
“I would like to inform the media and supporters that I’ve decided to step away as hair stylist and wig creator for Nicki Minaj. It has been an amazing experience offering me a chance to express my creativity and exhibit my love for the art form of wig design. I have decided to part ways from Nicki Minaj because I would like to explore other opportunities within my own brand and re-energize my creativity through work in fashion editorial, beauty consultations, media personality, ‘how-to’ lectures and hair show development. I am very proud of the body of work built with Nicki Minaj and I appreciate the support over the years from fans who’ve expressed love for my craft. Look forward to seeing me larger than life in 2013.”
To date, neither Nicki nor Terrence have discussed what ended their business relationship. And while we couldn’t get him to spill the tea (hell, we tried!), we briefly chatted with him about how he continues to progress, professionally.
TJB: You’ve been pretty quiet since moving on from working with Nicki Minaj. Are you surprised that it’s such a big story in the press?
I’m not surprised.
TJB: Looking back, is there anything that you wish that you could have done differently, working with such a huge artist?
No, everything happens for a reason you live and you learn.
TJB: What’s the biggest lesson you’ve learned, in terms of creativity, by working with Nicki?
What the wash won’t do, the rinse will….
TJB: So I hear, your schedule is just as busy as it was, while you were touring w/ her. What have you been up to these days?
I have partnered with Mizani, to transforms the lives of young children living with hair lost illnesses. The Wigs4Kids organization is making a big difference in their community, but we are looking to make it global.
Why do people fall off? It’s rather simple see when you are working your way to the top you appreciate when good talent takes you to the next level but when they get famous they take on the ‘you are expendable attitude’ this is the beginning of the downfall because good talent is hard to find and if you are not so nice than it’s even harder. Just like Chris Brown, Nicki always has drama following her and I’m a fan of both but Chris with his bodygaurd situation and Nicki with her hair dresser just speaks volumes
Nicki took a lot of heat with her appearance and attitude on “American Idol.” Many commented how fake and costumed she looked, which is her stage look, but not appropriate for a gig as a judge on ‘Idol.’ I think that was a wake-up call for her. But instead of telling her loyal crew that she’d like to go for a softer look for the show, she blamed and fired them. As for Chris, he’s still furious that the public hasn’t forgiven him for his continuing violent acts since the Rihanna beat-down. I really believe that’s the only reason he got back with her to help his career. He said that was the worst mistake of his life, but not really. It’s his inability to accept the truth about himself and work on it that’s the problem. And he’s bringing Rihanna all the way down with him. But she’s doing a good job of it on her own, although she continues to work.
very true!