Name:
Tommy Hilfiger
Reality TV Gig:
Host and mentor on CBS' reality program The Cut.
Second Job:
One of the world's most successful fashion designers.
In His Own Words:
"The road to success is not easy to navigate, but with hard work, drive and passion, it’s possible to achieve the American dream. The Cut is going to give someone the opportunity of a lifetime and help that person achieve his or her dreams.”
All About Tommy Hilfiger:
CBS Bio:
An arbiter of style, Tommy Hilfiger launched his first signature menswear collection in 1984 with his updated take on button-down shirts, chinos and other classics, which immediately struck a chord with consumers. Now, the brand is one of the most recognizable labels in the world. From clothing and home collections to fragrances and eyewear, Hilfiger’s products generate approximately $3.5 billion in annual worldwide retail sales. With music, art and pop culture as his inspirations, Hilfiger’s designs resonate with a wide audience around the globe.
Hilfiger is the recipient of many fashion industry awards, including “Designer of the Year” by Parsons School of Design and GQ, “Menswear Designer of the Year” by the Council of Fashion Designers of America, “From the Catwalk to the Sidewalk Award” by VH1 and several FiFi awards, the fragrance industry’s most illustrious honor. In 2002, the Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) organization presented Hilfiger with the “Future of America Award,” D.A.R.E.’s highest honor, for his philanthropic efforts for America’s youth. He is also on the Board of Directors for the Fresh Air Fund and the Race to Erase MS.
