“Barbie” and “The Crown” makeup artist dies in tragic accident

Ava Gillies was only 26 years old and worked as a makeup artist for the entertainment industry, having participated in major projects. A tragic car accident died last July 29. 

His car collided with another on a rural road in Wrelton, England, about 1:30 a.m., reported the North Yorkshire Police by a press release. The young woman's death was confirmed at the scene by the authorities. 

Ava Gillies had numerous projects on her resume. He worked for cinema and television for more than five years and participated in projects such as “Barbie”, “Women Wonder 1984” and “Belfast”, as well as series such as “Band of Spies”, “Bridgerton” and “The Crown”. In addition, the young woman also did work in advertising ads and short films.

The North Yorkshire Police released a tribute written by the young woman’s family, recalling her as “a beautiful daughter, sister and granddaughter.”. 

“Ava, we will always miss you — your intelligence and wit, your charm, your beauty, your vibrant self-confidence, your many talents and excellence in your profession. In the almost 27 years you spent with us, you lived intensely”, one can read. 

“What gets clearer every day is that you were loved by many people besides your family: your friends and the community where you grew up. We find great comfort in comments, cards and messages from people in the film industry, as well as in demonstrations of affection and respect for your talent. Our family will be eternally grateful for the help, love and support we receive from our community, family and friends at the moment ", said the document.