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'Angelina Jolie' ~ becoming a celebrity artist takes more than just looks...


Tatiana Turan (Photo/Mark Tripp)

When it comes to becoming a celebrity artist it certainly does take more than just looks - ask Tatiana Turan.

She should know, as Tatiana Turan is an actress, choreographer, dancer, singer, print model and Pilates instructor!

Tatiana has an incredible look and her talent not only duplicates that of one celebrity, but of several.  Some such celebrities are Angelina Jolie, Jennifer Lopez, Shakira and Paula Abdul. Of course her look(s) and talent are the main foundation of who Tatiana really is. 

Tatiana's many talents go beyond paying tribute to others, as she is also very talented in her own right.  She is one (or more) of the Bling Divas!  And she is one of two as BradJoliena!  Ryan Fraley portrays a wonderful Brad Pitt.

Turan began in the entertainment business as a back-up dancer for other lookalikes/impersonators in the industry for a few years.  She traveled the world working with many whom are now her friends and colleagues.

When Jennifer Lopez came on the scene as a singer (as opposed to her acting career), many of her new friends urged Tatiana to start "being" Lopez. Tatiana began to study everything about JLo – her mannerisms, her talk, her moves, her sound and before she knew it she had her very first gig lined up where she was up in front, instead of behind someone else!  From there, it snowballed and became a life of its own!

Tatiana is a trained actor, dancer and singer. She has been acting and dancing since she was a young girl, and the vocal training came later.  She has a Bachelor's degree in drama, with honors in acting from UC Irvine.

To become a celebrity artist, says Tatiana:

(Photo/Dmitry Savchenko)

It takes more than just looks. In addition to the costumes, wigs, makeup, etc…it’s essential for the artist to study his/her character’s mannerisms, speech patterns, sound, physicality and of course his/her essence overall. If you call yourself a ‘tribute artist’ then it’s important to capture the fine details so you can truly pay tribute!"

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Among other areas in the entertainment industry, Deborah Smith Ford is a celebrity lookalike/tribute artist. Ford pays tribute to a variety of celebs and film or TV characters. One of her most popular is that of Trinity from the MATRIX films.

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  • Marty Rickard 2 years ago

    She should inspire all the beautiful women that want what she has already, looks, actions, practice and alot of hard work. Great efforts will go far as my freind follows her rainbow.

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