Dwayne Johnson’s ‘Smashing Machine’ Transformation: How Makeup Artist Kazu Hiro Hid Tattoos, Changed The Rock’s Nose Shape and More

Oscar-winning prosthetic makeup artist Kazu Hiro has been in the industry for over 30 years, and he’s about ready to retire.

Except he keeps meeting great creators and filmmakers like Bradley Cooper, Gary Oldman and Charlize Theron, who keep him from hanging up the prosthetics. This time, it’s Benny Safdie’s creativity that’s giving Hiro energy and motivation to continue doing what he loves.

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