Karen Reuter Wiki, (Makeup Artist) Biography, Age, Height, Weight, Boyfriend, Family & More

Last Updated: Feb 6, 2024

Biography / Wiki

Karen Reuter, a renowned professional makeup artist, played a vital role as the key makeup artist on the hit Netflix series “Orange Is the New Black.” The penultimate episode of the show’s final season, titled “The Big House,” paid tribute to Karen Reuter’s exceptional contributions.

Despite not being an actress on the show, she was a cherished member of the crew who tragically passed away during the filming of the final season.

In January 2019, our beloved colleague and friend, who brought our favorite characters’ jail looks and special-effects wounds to life, passed away. Her talent as a makeup artist was unparalleled, and her absence left the cast and crew deeply saddened. Beyond her mastery of makeup, she also co-authored a captivating book titled ‘Read my lips: A cultural history of lipstick’.

Height / Weight / Age

Karen Reuter, a makeup artist and author, had a weight of 55 kg (121 lbs) and stood at a height of 168 cm (5’6″). Her appearance was enhanced by her gorgeous short dark brown hair and striking wide blue eyes.

At the time of her passing, she possessed a slender physique, with approximate measurements of 35 inches for her bust, 27 inches for her waist, and 36 inches for her hips. She reached the age of 62 before her demise. Her bra size was 34B, while her dress size was 6, and her shoe size was 5 in the UK.

Net Worth

Approximately, Karen Reuter’s net worth was estimated to be around $450,000 US dollars.

Education / Family

Karen Reuter was born in Little Falls, New Jersey, to parents Robert Richard Reuter and Rose Mary Reuter. She grew up with her sister Sue Reuter. Karen completed her elementary education at Passaic Valley Regional High School.

Name	Karen Reuter
Nickname	Karen
Birth Place	Little Falls, New Jersey, USA
Date Of Birth	January 22, 1957
Age	62 years (at the time of death)
Height	In centimeters – 168 cmIn feet inches – 5’6”
Weight	In kilograms – 55 kgIn pounds – 121 lbs
Eye Color	Blue
Hair Color	Dark brown
Profession	Makeup artist and author
Zodiac sign	Aquarius
School	Passaic Valley Regional High School
College	Not attended
Religion	Christianity
Nationality	American
Home Town	New Jersey, USA
Debut	Not known
Fathers Name	Robert Richard Reuter
Mothers Name	Rosemary Reuter
Brothers	Name not known
Sister	Sue Reuter

Career / Fashion And Style

Karen Reuter began her Hollywood career as a make-up artist, making her debut in that role on the popular children’s show “Pee-wee’s Playhouse” from 1986 to 1990. She later worked as a co-key make-up artist on various projects, including the acclaimed series “The Sopranos,” the fashion competition show “Project Runway,” and notable films such as “Step Up 3D” and “28 Days.”

She achieved a nomination for the Make-up Artists and Hairstylists Guild Awards in the category of TV and New Media Series Contemporary Make-Up, alongside Michal Biggar. As a member of the Make-up & Hair Local 798 in New York, she demonstrated her expertise. Additionally, she served as the Make-up Departmental Head for the Amazon Prime series “Rise.”

Boyfriends, Affairs, Husband and More

Karen Reuter entered into matrimony with Steven Kozlowski on September 2, 2017. During her lifetime, she was fortunate to have four children: Eden, Simone Fabbo, Anton, and Damon. Sadly, Karen Reuter passed away on January 24, 2019, in South Orange, New Jersey, succumbing to cancer.

Boyfriends	Steven Kozlowski
Marital Status	Married
Husband	Steven Kozlowski Karen Reuter with her husband
Children	Son – Eden, Damon, AntonDaughter – Simone Fabbo Karen Reuter with her daughter