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James Charles: Biography, Facts and Career

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James Charles Dickinson (born May 23, 1999) is an American YouTuber and makeup artist. While working as a local makeup artist in his hometown of Bethlehem, New York, Charles started a YouTube channel, where he began uploading makeup tutorials. In 2016, he became the first male brand ambassador for CoverGirl after a tweet featuring his makeup went viral online. In 2020, Charles hosted, directed, and co-produced the YouTube Originals reality competition series Instant Influencer. He has released an eyeshadow palette and created a makeup line in collaboration with Morphe Cosmetics, and has received numerous awards for his work on social media, including two People's Choice Awards, three Streamy Awards, one Shorty Award, and one Teen Choice Award. His career has included multiple online controversies, including a widely publicized feud with fellow beauty YouTuber Tati Westbrook in 2019 and accusations of sexting with underage boys in 2021; he later stated that he was unaware of their ages at the time.

Quick facts about James Charles

  • Full name: James Charles
  • Born: 1999-05-23
  • Nationality: United States
  • Known as: Creator
  • Wikidata ID: Q58816418

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Who is James Charles?

James Charles Dickinson (born May 23, 1999) is an American YouTuber and makeup artist.

What nationality is James Charles?

James Charles is United States.

When was James Charles born?

James Charles was born on 1999-05-23.

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