Makeup Artist Pat McGrath to Be Named a Dame By British Royal Family

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Makeup Artist Pat McGrath to Be Named a Dame By British Royal Family

Makeup entrepreneur Pat McGrath was recognized with one of the highest honors from Queen Elizabeth celebrating figures in British society.

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