Justin Brescia
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Justin Brescia | |
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| Born | Justin Robert Brescia March 11, 1982 Orange County, California, U.S. |
| Other names | Justin Bobby |
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| Years active | 2007–present |
| Television | The Hills |
Justin Robert Brescia (born March 11, 1982), also known by his nickname Justin Bobby, is an American television personality, musician, and hairdresser. In 2007, he came to prominence after being cast as a supporting position in the reality television series The Hills, which chronicled the lives of Lauren Conrad, Audrina Patridge, Whitney Port, and Heidi Montag.[1] During its production, Brescia and Patridge became involved in an on-again/off-again relationship. Consequentially, it became a central focus of the series since its third season, and was carried through each subsequent season. Justin and Audrina met while Justin was working as a hairdresser for the band Maroon 5.[2]
He is the vocalist, guitarist, and percussionist for the Austin, Texas based band, BobbyrocK[3]
Life and career
2007–10: The Hills
In 2006, MTV developed the reality television series The Hills as the spin-off of Laguna Beach: The Real Orange County. It originally chronicled the lives of Lauren Conrad, who appeared on its predecessor, her housemate Heidi Montag, and friends Audrina Patridge and Whitney Port.[4]
2012–2014: BRUSH - by Justin Bobby Brescia - Product Line
Justin launched a new line of hair care and styling products in the summer of 2012 called BRUSH by Justin Bobby Brescia. The products are featured on Amazon.com and are designed for professional use. All products are vegan, non-toxic, and designed for great style and healthy living. Justin has highlighted his product line in his professional phat shops.[5]
2019: The Hills: New Beginnings
At the 2018 MTV Video Music Awards, MTV announced a reboot of The Hills entitled The Hills: New Beginnings, slated to premiere in 2019. Brescia was announced as part of the cast of the new series.[6][7][8]
References
- ^ "EXCLUSIVE: 'The Hills' Star Justin Bobby Reveals the Real Story Behind His Infamous Nickname and Why He Left Hollywood". Entertainment Tonight. Retrieved 2017-05-19.
- ^ "Not Hiding! Justin Bobby's Post-Hills Life Is Nothing Like His Costars'". Us Weekly. Retrieved 2017-05-19.
- ^ "Justin Bobby Gets Real About How FAKE 'The Hills' Actually Was". OK! Magazine. 2017-05-03. Retrieved 2017-05-19.
- ^ Virginia Heffernan (May 31, 2006). "'The Hills,' a Follow-Up to 'Laguna Beach,' Makes Its Premiere on MTV". The New York Times. The New York Times Company. Retrieved May 10, 2013.
- ^ "'BRUSH - by Justin Bobby Brescia,'". Amazon. Dec 30, 2014. Retrieved Dec 30, 2014.
- ^ Corriston, Michele. "MTV Announces The Hills Reboot at the 2018 VMAs". People. Retrieved August 20, 2018.
- ^ Ramos, Dino-Ray. "'The Hills' Is Heading Back To MTV With 'New Beginnings'". Deadline. Retrieved August 20, 2018.
- ^ Nyren, Erin. "MTV Reboots 'The Hills' With Original Cast Members". Variety. Retrieved August 20, 2018.