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January 21, 2026 41 mins

In this episode, Chris Appleton opens up about the moment the truth changed—and the courage it took to follow it.

After years of standing behind the chair, helping celebrity clients see themselves differently in the mirror, Chris reached a point where he had to stop looking outward and finally look at himself. We talk about what it means to confront your own reflection honestly, especially when the life you’ve built no longer matches what you see staring back.

Chris shares how he told his children the truth—and what it took for him to dismantle the identity and life he had created. He reflects on finding love and heartbreak publicly, choosing authenticity even under scrutiny, and what it means to step into a new chapter when the world is watching.

We also dive into his new book, Your Roots Don’t Define You, a powerful reminder that where you come from doesn’t get to decide where you’re going. 

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