Meet Darius King | Celebrity Hairstylist & Social media influencer

We had the good fortune of connecting with Darius King and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Darius, any advice for those thinking about whether to keep going or to give up?
In my honest opinion, I trust God in every aspect of my life and I pray about every move that I make. Therefore I always wait to hear from him about which direction I should go that goes for moves in my career, my relationships etc and you’ll know when it’s God. We often make moves just because it sounds and or feels good and they turn out to be the total opposite, so whatever you do if you want to know if that’s the right move, just take it to God he won’t ever lead you wrong.

Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
Even before starting my career, since I could remember I’ve always wanted to stand out and dare to be different (i.e. my fashion, my vibe, or even down to my hair choices). So having that mindset I’ve been able to use it to the best of my abilities in my now career.

I am most proud of every trial and tribulation because what hasnt killed me, has and continues to make me stronger! They say practice makes perfect, and while I’m still a work in progress, I can say I have grown TREMENDOUSLY from where I started from at the age of 18. I had to hear and see the criticism, face ridicule and rejection, the lies and accusations even to this day *chuckles*. However again, what hasn’t killed me continues to make me stronger! I’ve learned many things along the way and continue to learn as I grow in my career both personally and professionally! The greatest lesson I’ve learned is to always put God first; “ I can do all things through Christ which strengthen me!” And with that being said, I would like the readers and the world to know that the story has only just begun. Yes I am young, vibrant, full of compassion, creative, God fearing, and purpose driven! I feel like I am the Andy Warhol or Missy Elliot of my generation *chuckles*, the best is yet to come!

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
First and foremost I am an absolute FOODIE! A week in the A with me would definitely be a vibe best believe we’re going to eat and be drunk as a skunk for sure! I don’t really care for clubs anymore I’m more of a bar/lounge kind of guy, so with that being said some of my favorite spots would have to be:
– papadeaux
– Harold’s
– 656
– Bleu Lagoon
– JJs
– and the craxk House

Who else deserves some credit and recognition?
Without a doubt I have to first thank God, without him literally none of this would be possible! I then have to say my superhero-bestfriend, my role model, my mother! Watching her sacrifice, raise a man on her own, and still be as strong as she is still to this day motivates me to keep going. Women in general are strong however, My mother and the other women along her side that helped raise me are in fact the strongest women I know! I want to give a shoutout to you. To my mother, my GG, grandma Carolyn, and my aunt Steph. All of this is for y’all! Thank you for the love, the lessons, discipline, support and knowledge you shown, taught and instilled in me along with the tough love *chuckles* I definitely needed that too! Without you all and God I wouldn’t be half the man I am today! I love you.

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