Ryan S wrote:

It's so sad to see Lacey leave!..And Theodore!..I loved the cut that she did and she took a risk!..That's what it's about! They both did so well in the competition for both being only 22!..Great job guys!
-Ryan

posted on April 25, 2007 at 11:35 PM

ashley wrote:

This has nothing to do with the Sally Shag.. i want to know how come every week they skip over Anthony.. He does and awesome job on his cuts but they always ignore it.. or it seems that way on television.. I think he should get more credit for his awesome work!

posted on April 26, 2007 at 12:06 AM

Barbara Cleveland wrote:

Shear Genius has really been a eye opener on the Sally's shag cut. I noticed she does a lot of sectioning. I would of liked to see more of that. I am curious about the way she sections. Please tell me more. I get a lot of request for the shag cut. Thanks...

posted on April 26, 2007 at 12:15 AM

shelley wrote:

goodness that was awful if Tyson has cut my hair I would have found someone else to shave it off that was horrible and Bens wasnt much better or Dr. Boogies...but Theodore getting gone that made me sad.

posted on April 26, 2007 at 2:08 AM

Karen wrote:

Everytime I think I have Evangelin 'pegged' she surprises me. I really like that. I was very happy to see her pull off the hedge clipper cut! It's easy for people like Tyson to underestimate her. She keeps surprising me. Go Evangelin!

posted on April 26, 2007 at 2:20 AM

Erica wrote:

After watching several of the episodes on this show I noticed they almost NEVER look at the black man's hairstyles and show his comments/their comments on him. A few times I was waiting to see what they were going to say about his styles or to hear what HE was going to say but it almost never happens so I am not watching this show anymore. Watch for yourself..it's almost amazing. I can't believe that Bravo has rascim in one of it's shows. They should be ashamed.

posted on April 26, 2007 at 4:25 AM

juni wrote:

I like the personalities of the contestants on this show. They have such enthusiasm for their craft. Unlike the whiners and complainers of the Bravo "Top" show series (Top Chef, Top Design), these contestants have a much steadier attitude. They are kinder to each other too. Tabatha is edgy but not cruel, the rest have shown themselves to be people with heart.

And they have been good "losers" too, witht sniping at each other or the judges. Theodore was very gracious during his departure speech. I don't think the egos are as inflated in this show as in the others, including Project Runway.

posted on April 26, 2007 at 6:58 AM

Lynda I wrote:

It was sort of interesting to see Sally cut her "Meg Shag". (I have asked for it myself). Isn't she aware that the shag is not NEW? It was made famous probably before Ms. Sally was born; when Jane Fonda sported it for the film KLUTE in 1971. Therefore, I don't see why it is considered so hip and now!

In addition, I was disappointed with the unconventional tool challenge. That elimination challenge was truly unfair (no matter who got dismissed). It seems absurd that the producers would force the hairtestants to use dull and inprecise tools that are awkward to handle. One false slip and it is bye, bye client!

posted on April 26, 2007 at 7:54 AM

Nell wrote:

All I can say is: more Tabatha and Anthony please! Love those two.

posted on April 26, 2007 at 8:24 AM

Colleen wrote:

I disagree with the Anthony comments. Why are people so quick to play that card!

I think he is laying low on purpose. Give him some credit for possibly having a strategy - for crying out loud!

Most of the stylists on the show have over-the-top personalities which make them stand out... even Tyson has his own "thing" happening by coming across as the meek-shy guy who got it right a couple of times.

Anthony's cuts haven't Wow'ed me - or made me go ICK! So... he's kind of flying under the radar. In the end - I think that will benefit him, and I predict he will be one of the finalists - if not the winner...

posted on April 26, 2007 at 11:11 AM

Colleen wrote:

Erica -

Isn't it Anthony's cut that won the challenge last week?? That's his cut on the cover of Allure. Pay attention girl!

posted on April 26, 2007 at 11:40 AM

Beth wrote:

For all the people complaining about Anthony being ignored ... HELLO! He WON last week's challenge, only two episodes in! Are you conveniently ignoring that because it doesn't support your theory? And we must have been watching different shows because I saw several of his comments. There is enough real racism in the world. It doesn't help the cause to manufacture it where it doesn't exist.

posted on April 26, 2007 at 12:07 PM

azeri wrote:

Although the Sally shag might intrigue hairdressers, I think it is old, tired and OVER. I would like to see more youthful, edgier cuts also and I suspect that the hairdressers would like to perform them.

posted on April 26, 2007 at 12:45 PM

nomoremullets wrote:

In response to Erica's comment about racism, it would be nice if you bothered to get the name of "the black man" you are referring to; that seems pretty racist to me! You see him as a representative of a race, and not as a person.

posted on April 26, 2007 at 12:45 PM

thomo wrote:

Tony is the best stylist on this show. He is awesome. He has confidence and style.
respect Tony

posted on April 26, 2007 at 1:00 PM

steve wrote:

I want to marry Theodore! Is he available?

posted on April 26, 2007 at 1:13 PM

niko wrote:

Erica, that is not true. He won the Allure challenge last week and they show him as much as anyone else - although Dr. Boogie and the Australian lady probably get the most airtime. If you want more airtime, you just have to be a bit more outrageous.

posted on April 26, 2007 at 1:22 PM

Johncatba wrote:

to Erica -

What are you talking about? Anthony won the second episode's competition. he couldn't have gotten more cudos.

posted on April 26, 2007 at 1:37 PM

Ducie wrote:

I'm sure it was an honor for the stylists to witness the work of Sally Herschberger and learn her signature style by the master herself. However, I'm sure the average person would not be willing to pay $600 for it, even if they had the money. The difference between a stylist who charges $600 for a haircut and one who charges $50 is not necessarily skill, but clientele. Sally has clients who not only can afford to pay $600, but think it's necessary to pay that much to get a quality cut. Also, I agree with Erica's comment that the black men are often overlooked in the competition. I hope they intend to bring in more ethnic models and sort of "even the playing field" for all the contestants.

posted on April 26, 2007 at 1:44 PM

David Martin wrote:

I think people should wait and see what happens in the long run. Racism, ignoring Anthony? No, he is profesional, and never in the bottom three. He and Tabitha are the ones to watch!!

posted on April 26, 2007 at 3:05 PM

Jacqueline wrote:

Jaclyn! You look gor-geous! Amazing. I have to know...the jeans you were wearing...I beleive it was the episode where Sally is showing how to do her signature cut.... The camera angle shows you from behind with your jeans. They make your bum look fabulous. I have to know where I can get a pair!
L-o-v-e the show ~ it's addictive! Rene and you make a beautiful team!
Continued Success!!

posted on April 26, 2007 at 4:03 PM

Julie wrote:

Anthony and Tabitha are the best. I would feel secure that Anthony would give me a style that (1) I can manage myself (2) is appropriate for my age and hair texture and (3) won't be outdated next month. I would be comfortable with the style.
Tabitha is an artist. I've never seen anything as lovely as the Victoria Beckham bob she did. But I find her terrifying. I don't think she would listen to me and Anthony would.

posted on April 26, 2007 at 5:10 PM

nachai wrote:

i am a hairdresslere , and i what to know how i cant be in the next season. please send me a email to know.

posted on April 26, 2007 at 6:19 PM

anita wrote:

i loved jacquelines jeans in episode 3! what are they and where can i find them?

posted on April 26, 2007 at 7:09 PM

luva the scissors wrote:

loved the cuts, very edgy. and lacey should know that you can only break the rules when you know them.

posted on April 26, 2007 at 10:09 PM

Neal wrote:

Tabatha and Anthony rock!! I used to work with them for Joico. They are both very talented and fun to watch. Keep on showing your Genius guys! xoxo

posted on April 27, 2007 at 1:00 PM

K Major wrote:

I must say my favorite was cut on the first show. I met Paul-Jean at the Jose Eber salon in Beverly Hills in February. He was a gentlemen, warm, friendly and gave me the absolutely best cut I have ever had in my life. And, uh, I'm kinda getting up there so that's a lot of stylists over many years.

Paul-Jean, Shear Genius became more just "sheer...." when you left. What a sweetheart and a really terrific person.

posted on April 27, 2007 at 3:51 PM

jessy wrote:

lACEY'S cut was excellent. You could have cut her some slack.

posted on April 27, 2007 at 9:00 PM

jane wrote:

[quote=azeri]
Although the Sally shag might intrigue hairdressers, I think it is old, tired and OVER.[/quote]

Agree, it's a SHAG - boring.

posted on April 28, 2007 at 12:35 AM

sammy wrote:

I loved the Lacy Shag. It was updated. I like the shorter version. You commented later that some were not taking a chance by being too safe.. After you cut Lacy for taking a chance, why should they?

posted on April 28, 2007 at 9:30 AM

Tammy wrote:

My husband and i love this show. i love evangelin. i want her to win. we love jaclyn also!! she makes the show! it is great to see her back on the tube!

posted on April 28, 2007 at 11:03 AM

Tess Wynne wrote:

Jaclyn you look great as alway's and the jean's you were wearing i really like them where did you get them. The show is really good and i also find myself from home judging when iam watching the show. Also if you can let us fans know what city are you filming from, if you can't tell us that's ok. Keep the good cutting going. Tess

posted on April 28, 2007 at 1:16 PM

Reality Lyn wrote:

I really thought this show would be foolish and bad, bad, bad! I admit, I was so wrong! It really is rather intrestring. As in all reality shows, a little less drama is always needed, but I like the show.
My idea for a challenge is to have one evening type outfit and ask each stylist to use their abilities and design a hair do for that outfit.
I like the show!

posted on April 28, 2007 at 3:15 PM

Elsie wrote:

Tab is so my favorite!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

God, Jacyln makes me feel old. She is 59 and looks 40!!

posted on April 28, 2007 at 11:59 PM

george s. wrote:

Dear Jaclyn:

I have to admit, I only tuned in because I've been a fan of yours since 1976! I was highly intrigued, however, and addicted to the show from the start - after all, everyone is, or should be, attuned to the their own appearance, and thus the stylists such as the contestants (and professionals) here make this show that much more interesting. Jaclyn, you look fabulous, and the absolute right host for this. You are truly a legend. Keep up the great work.

George S.

posted on April 29, 2007 at 10:25 AM

Allison wrote:

I have a question. One of the judges told one of the contestants that she should have told her client that she refused to do her hair as requested. Had she done that, would she have been eliminated for not doing the challenge? What would have happened.

I know in real circumstances, a client would eventually find someone who would do what they wanted, but in this challenge, do the contestants get a new model or they ultimately screwed in the end? I hope you'll answer this question.

posted on April 29, 2007 at 11:52 AM

Vicki wrote:

You can say what you like, but I think the Sally Shag is horrible. Have any of you read "The Emperior's New Clothes"? Come on! Sally's hair looks like crap and I wouldn't pay $6.00 for the cut much less $600.00. Brother!!!

posted on April 29, 2007 at 12:20 PM

jewelee wrote:

What impresses most about 'Shear Genius' is the judging. No matter what the stylist has done in the past, if they don't meet the criteria of that challenge - they are gone. Give your selves a pat on the back and keep up the good judging.

posted on April 29, 2007 at 1:01 PM

Yendor wrote:

Anthony is the one to watch and I hope but it may take the parting of the red sea that he has a chance to win..he is always always professional and meticulous...love his style...but knowing Jaclyn and her Texas tries to hide her drawl roots, it seems he never gets a break and when he did win once, she was monotone in announcing it she might as well have said he was the loser...GET RID OFJACLYN SMITH...SHE IS NOT THE ONE FOR THE SHOW....SHE MUST HAVE BRAVO CONNECTIONS TO EVEN BE THERE!

posted on April 29, 2007 at 4:55 PM

kayla wrote:

I do partly agree with erica because on the first episode I never saw Anothny at all but, they have reconized him more on the second and third episodes. And niko that australian lady's name is Dana. She, Anothny, and tabatha are the ones to watch!

posted on April 29, 2007 at 5:44 PM

michelle wrote:

I personally wear a shag and the decision to let go of Lacey. Jaclyn, you are such a beautiful woman who has not changed a bit but I do think you should update your haircut. After all you are hosting a stylist show and are still wearing the same or very similar late 70s haricut from Charilie's Angels. Your gorgeous face surely would take any style.

Good show.

posted on April 29, 2007 at 10:02 PM

Nelly wrote:

I would really love to see the whole sally shag cut. It would have been great if us in the real world could see how she does that I have already had 1 client ask if I could

posted on April 30, 2007 at 11:12 AM

Collins wrote:

The hairdressers have yet to impress me. I would like to see them cut and style curly hair. Make it short and yet not look like a mushroom. Straightening the hair SHOULD NOT be an option. All that is brought in are straight haired models and I am seeing the same cuts over and over. If these hairdressers are supposed to be good then challenge them. At this point I can cut hair just as well as them and I am not a hairdresser.

posted on April 30, 2007 at 3:37 PM

Kiya wrote:

this show has grabbede my attention for day one. seeing how all the contestants talent shows and competes against each other is just excited by the min. in the challenge with the sally shag, lacey did stick out and yes was different but it wasn't a shag. she a good hair stylist to be so young. so lacey keep up the good work.Evanglin, WOW!! the hegde scissors were crazy but you tackled the challenge. but i am lookin forward to the next show and challenges so stylists, Do Yo Thang!!!

posted on April 30, 2007 at 6:57 PM

Robert wrote:

Ms.Smith,
I've been in ove with you for over 30 years, the only one even recently I love as much is Jessica Alba. I've wanted to win the lottery and invite you and Deidra Hall to dinner at the most expensive restaurant in H-wood. I wish District was still on. I have not watched this show because I'm a straight male and hair-cuts are about as interesting as paint drying, but you are the best and I'd almost watch just to see you. You have always been the best Angel and you are still #1!
much love!

posted on May 1, 2007 at 1:55 AM

Tammy S green wrote:

I have always watched your tv show charly angels all the time Iloved the show ,I tried watching this show I watch part of it next time I wont miss it .My kides came home and thats why I missed parts of it...sorry hope for rerund at night::

good luck all of you thank you kindly tammy s green

( REMEMBER ALWAYS HAVE FUN )

posted on May 1, 2007 at 4:05 PM

james wall wrote:

Jaclyn,
I have been shocked at the number of blog posters who have challenged your appropriateness to be a judge for this show. Consider Top Chef for a second. This is not a criticism of any, but Gail Simmons is not a Chef, nor was Katie Lee Joel or her successor Padma Lakshmi. Yet all three are Judges. You may not be a professional haircutter but that does not mean you do not know hair! And unlike Top Chef where Tom Colicchio seems totally dominant when it comes time to select challenge winners, on Shear Genius, I do not feel you, nor any of the other Judges are dominating decision making which makes for a more interesting egalitarian show (except for Sally's sexist anti-male rant in episode 2 which she directed at Theodore's clothing selection). On Top Chef all you have to do to figure out who is going to win is figure out who Tom Colicchio favors, and you know who will win.

I think you bring both grace and class to the show. And I do feel it important that every judge not be from Generation X. You are a true joy to watch :)

posted on May 2, 2007 at 2:47 AM

Alicia wrote:

I agree with Jaclyn.
The point of every challenge and ESPECIALLY this one was to follow Sally's cut.
Lacey did not follow her directions and from that stemmed something that wasn't the "Shag" cut. If you can't follow directions from Sally Hershberger, I doubt you could comply with a clients request for something. Hopefully that taught Lacey a valuable lesson.LISTEN!

posted on May 2, 2007 at 2:15 PM

Sandi from Indiana wrote:

JacIyn, You and I go back a long way. I remember when you were a "Breck Girl". Most youngsters won't even know what that means. Also, I was confused by the fact that Sally invented the "shag". If you can remember back when the "Brady Bunch" show came into being.....Mrs. Brady wore her hair a style they called a shag. There was much talk at the time about the new hair style and every body wanted it. Did Sally invent that shag? They mentioned Meg Ryan and that was years later.

posted on May 2, 2007 at 5:15 PM

Stacy wrote:

My question is why aren't there any episodes for them to completely do a full head of african amercian women? Alot of stylist are so afraid to do their hair and want to call themselves a stylist. I see this show does not know how to cater to all of use that can do any type of textured hair and does not get my support.

posted on May 2, 2007 at 9:41 PM

Dorothy "Sam" Warren wrote:

Jaclyn, As much as I have always admired you, I am also one of those people who wonder what special qualifications you have that allow you to make a judgement on the contestants' hairstyles, rather than just host the Shear Genius show. But, this show is not the exception - I wonder the same thing about Padma on Top Chef, and more than a few "guest" judges on Project Runway. However, the show is cool and you at the very least are the most beautiful of all the women on the how.

posted on May 2, 2007 at 11:25 PM

Cami wrote:

Seriously, TYSON is cleary the best technical cutter on the show...who keeps winning the challenges??? And I agree with him, Tabitha is usually his biggest competition. But who would you rather have cut your hair? Someone whose got a foul attitude, (ALL THE TIME TABITHA) or someone who is happy to work with you and doesn't complain about EVERYONE else on the show...TYSON is GREAT! The other contestants have been there to cut hair...not to moan and groan to the camera all the time....let's get the focus back on the HAIR CUTS, and drop the snooty girl coverage. I have to say, I really enjoyed Evangaline's hedge cut...that was awesome.

posted on May 2, 2007 at 11:32 PM

Patti C wrote:

Tyson is my favorite...he knows hair & will win. The behavoir of Tabitha is dispicable. She's mean to everyone, rude to clients never has anything nice to say & dresses badly. Good things don't come to bad people & she does not deserve to win with that attitude. I was sad to see Evangelin go, she is such a good sport. As for the hedge clippers, if a tool will cut hair, then use it. Stylists need to take a chance & instead of the same old thing & great things will happen. I was also disappointed to see Paul-Jean go so soon. He was a bit conceded but I would have liked to see what he could do. As for Daisy--keep talkin'!

posted on May 2, 2007 at 11:36 PM

mike cruz wrote:

jaclyn you are fantastic. i love the sow because you are on it. your hair looked fabulous on the vanessa episode.when are you gonna do a cover shoot for a hair mag. i cant wait. see you on the next show. how about wearing your hair up for an episode. you good very elegant and classy with an updo.

posted on May 2, 2007 at 11:39 PM

Gail wrote:

I watched the show wher they had to create a style for Vanessa Williams.I am a hairdresser and used to own my own salon.I would have fired all of them.I have never seen such poor styling.They all looked as if someone just learning had don e their hair

posted on May 5, 2007 at 9:03 PM

KRistie wrote:

I agree w/ whoever said the "Sally Shag" is out. How dare she
put her nam on a hair style that was in and out before she
was born (Yes, "KLute"- Jane Fonda). All she did was go in
and texturize. What does Jackie Smith know about hair
except to wear it? Tyson, Tabatha (a bit scary) and Daisy
go!

posted on May 11, 2007 at 12:41 AM

meliblue wrote:

Slhould be called Sally's variation on a shag because I had a shag as a child in the early 1970's after my pixie haircut grew out for a couple of years. Sally didn't invent the shag, just put a new spin on it or reinvented it or changed it and re-popularized it. Tabatha should have taken off after Evangelin about the hedge clippers. One episode of strange tools is enough and keeping it going was idiotic, and Evangelin lost, so who was right? That would have gotten on my nerves as well.

posted on May 17, 2007 at 11:57 PM

ElaineTiso wrote:

I am a hairdresser and I really enjoy the show tho I am dissapointed in my peers competing the attitude is appalling
I trained in england it took 5 years to get the coveted City aId Guild cetificate Ilearned every aspect from A to ZTook courses with Vidal Sasson Himself in London and I can assure you the kind of attitude I am seeing on T V I would have been sent packing I have travelled across North America teaching
with Martin Parsons an Icon from Canada and I just dont get
how some people in the industry think so much of themselves.
I am so trilled to see Sally Hershberger on the show not enough Females are recognised for thier work and get to the top
I admire her work immensly
Elaine

posted on May 24, 2007 at 10:35 AM

Brittney wrote:

I think that Tyson definatly hit it dead on! I just want to say that Tyson is a cutie and that I adore you!

posted on May 27, 2007 at 12:23 AM

Kirsty wrote:

Yea tyson nailed this one!

posted on November 1, 2007 at 6:27 AM