Maricel Soriano mourns passing of makeup artist James Cooper: ‘You’ve been a big part of who I am today’

Maricel Soriano took to Instagram to mourn the passing of celebrity makeup artist and hairstylist James Cooper.

Sharing a video compilation of their precious moments together, the actress thanked James for helping her through the years. 

“Thank you for the many years of love and friendship, and treating me like your own daughter. You have been a big part of who I am today and I am forever grateful,” she wrote.

“I love you my Mother Goose. ’Til we meet again,” she added.

James had been responsible for Maricel’s looks. Among his notable projects with the actress were “Ikaw Lang Ang Minahal,” “Soltera,” “Kung Maibabalik Ko Lang,” “Mila,” and “Babaeng Hampaslupa.”

Apart from Filipino artists, he also made a name in Hollywood for styling international artists including Farrah Fawcett, Victoria Principal, Jamie Lee Curtis, and Barbara Carrera.

According to a Pep.ph report, James passed away on Sunday night after he lost consciousness. He was 73 years old. 

On Facebook, James' cousin Adey Jose Estavilla paid tribute to the celebrity hairdresser. 

"Rest in peace kuya bombie. I'm not much closer to you, but what you don't know is that I truly admire, respect you as my cousin," she wrote. "Thank you for being kind and a loving person to us, till we meet again."

Rest in peace, James Cooper. — LA, GMA News