It is said that a heart cannot open until it has been broken. Kevin Paves, called Hollywood's hottest hair guru, was interviewed on the television entertainment news show Extra TV this evening, and as I watched I realized I was watching a human being of genuine and extraordinary kindness shaped by a moment of life-changing tragedy. When Paves was still a teen, his little nephew was born with severe birth defects and died shortly after birth. Pave shared, "At 17 years old, I was holding this still baby who was no longer with us, and I begged him to open his eyes, and I begged God to tell my why." Paves has gone on to a large measure of success as a hairstylist to the stars, but he has given much in return. Eight years ago, he met and became close friends with Jessica Simpson. The friendship has taken both of them to Congress for Operation Smile, which provides surgeries for disfigured children around the world.
The two have also teamed up with Hair U Wear, a wig manufacturer, to help chemo patients by providing them with wigs and hair extensions. Pave speaks highly of Simpson, saying she has a heart of gold. He speaks humbly of himself. "We're not curing cancer or doing any of these things -- but we can help." Have you ever noticed the some of the best human beings are also the most humble? You can view the interview with Paves as a video feed or slide show at Extra TV.
