🎙️ Behind the Hair: On Set with René Warnes
Join us for an exclusive deep dive into the world of cinematic hairstyling with René Warnes—beauty artisan, film-industry pro, salon owner, and trendsetter.
From her beginnings in Atlanta’s bustling beauty scene, René has brought more than 12 years of hairstyling expertise to major Hollywood productions. As a key hair stylist on blockbuster franchises like The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2, Allegiant, The Fate of the Furious, Loki, American Animals, and the upcoming The Electric State, René brings characters to life—one strand at a time .
Most notably, she stepped into her first department-head role on Showtime’s George & Tammy. She deftly navigated supply chain delays, executed multiple period hairstyles from the 1960s to the ‘90s, and led a diverse team to breathe authenticity into the lives of icons like George Jones and Tammy Wynette .
Now based in Hickory, NC, René fuses her Hollywood-honed artistry with a boutique-salon experience at René Warnes Studio. Known for its warm, spa-like ambiance, top-tier hair, nail, and waxing services, the studio brings film-level styling to everyday clients .
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🎧 What to Expect
Behind-the-scenes storytelling – hear how René tackles tight timelines, wig troubleshooting, and era-spanning styles.
Creative problem-solving in action – learn the “MacGyver hair” techniques she used on George & Tammy.
Career insights – follow her journey from key hair stylist to department head and salon founder.
Practical beauty tips – salon-worthy tricks you can try at home, inspired by her Hollywood background.
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Who it's for: hairstylists, film & TV creatives, style lovers, and anyone fascinated by the craft behind unforgettable on-screen looks.
Tune in for heartfelt stories, professional wisdom, and a fresh take on the high-stakes beauty of life on set—with René Warnes leading the conversation.
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