Ep349 - Isaac Mizrahi: Professionals Do It Until They Can't Get It Wrong

Isaac Mizrahi is a renowned fashion designer, performer, and TV personality who has undoubtedly achieved iconic status in the fashion world - and he didn’t even want that career! He pulls back the curtain on his bold creativity and captivating charisma, sharing intimate details of his remarkable journey. From his Brooklyn roots, where his love for fashion first ignited, to designing puppet clothes as a child, attending Parsons School of Design, and launching his own celebrated label, his path to fame is as unique as it is inspiring. He shares his habit of reading obituaries and his fear that his own might get the details wrong, meaning he wants to be remembered for being a performer, not a fashion icon. While successful in the fashion world, he reveals a long-held dream: to perform, act, and sing—passions he was once too scared to pursue. But for Isaac, it's never too late. With exciting acting roles on the horizon, his future is as bright and exciting as ever. He also reflects on why he's more comfortable with failure than success. A fashion icon because of failure, he's no stranger to the rejections that come with pursuing an acting career. But for him, as long as you give your best in every audition, even if you don't get the part, at least someone witnessed you killing it.

Isaac Mizrahi is a creative force with an unparalleled ability to blend fashion, entertainment, and art. He has left an indelible mark on each field he touches, and his journey from the vibrant streets of Brooklyn to the glittering stages of Broadway and the forefront of fashion innovation has been nothing short of extraordinary. With a decades-long career, he has become a household name known for his sharp wit, bold designs, and magnetic personality. Whether behind the scenes or in the spotlight, he has consistently pushed boundaries and redefined what it means to be a modern-day Renaissance man. He can be seen performing at 54 Below from August 28th through 31st.

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