A Star is Born


Cleveland-native Shirley Daley has a truly inspirational story. The 29-year old grew up in foster care and was abused at the age of four. “But I’m a survivor!” she insists. When she was six, her new foster mother saw that she had talent, and encouraged her to sing in church. Later she enrolled in the Cleveland School of the Arts, which she attended from elementary until graduation. As a classically trained vocalist, she was accepted into Morgan State University, where she toured the world with the school’s choir. “My number one favorite place is Paris, it just oozed glamour!” Later Shirley joined Group TherAPy (previously AJB & AP), a gospel-influenced troupe under the direction of Anthony Brown, which performs as background singers for several artists and for various BET programs. The group recently recorded their debut album, the release date to be announced. A self-described “M·A·C fanatic,” the makeup junkie almost missed the opportunity to enter the makeover contest. “My friend forwarded me the email assuming I’d already applied, but I actually had no idea that the contest was going on.” Shirley made sure she wrote in, and before she knew it, found herself flying to New York for the photo shoot. “I’m a girly-girl, I love to dress up, I love the drama of it and trying all kinds of different glam looks. Obviously, makeup fits right in, and when it comes to M·A·C, it doesn’t get any more dramatic than that!” When Shirley is not singing, or encouraging others with her incredible testimony, she is studying. She’s currently pursuing a degree in music business so she will be better equipped to manage her career.


Hidden Talent: “Something many people don't know about me is that I have a secret passion for acting.”


Favorite Song: "Always" by Stevie Wonder


Fave M·A·C Product: “Without question, Studio Fix. That compact is like a badge of honor. Once you find your number and get your first compact, you officially become a M·A·C Diva... I'm NW45.”


Style Icon: Vintage Diana Ross. “I love her look with bold lashes with eyeliner, no shadow a little blush and a lip colour. It's classic, simple and dramatic at the same time.”


Who Would Play You in a Movie?: Jennifer Hudson “But who knows, I may do it!”


Top Makeup Tip (you learned from M·A·C Me Over!): “To make your eyeshadow pop with shine, dab a tiny bit of clear Lipglass on it. This adds drama!”


Favorite Magazine: Essence Magazine

Winning Entry: “I am going to change the world, one smile at a time.”

MACMeOver- M.A.C. Cosmetics Fall 2011
Diamonds and Furs Fashion Runway Show- Winter 2011
David's Bridal
Tropical Divas

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