From shears to soulmates—met through hair, engaged in London, married at NAHA. Love + craft = Lauren & Rodrick.
We would like to thank you for supporting The Samuels in this year's competition. Your participation allows us to aid both the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank and Oceana in their respective missions to support hunger relief and ocean conservation.
We met through hair—two artists, one passion. From Hair Lab Detroit to the NAHA stage where we said “I do,” our journey has been built on love, leadership, and leveling up the industry. We stand for inclusion, education, and proving that texture doesn’t have a race. Together, we’re not just a couple—we’re a movement.
What is your favorite memory you've shared as a couple?Your favorite memory as a couple? Hands down—getting married onstage at the North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA) in front of the very industry and community that brought you together. It wasn’t just a wedding—it was a statement. Love, legacy, and leadership all in one unforgettable moment. A true "we did that" forever memory.
What would you do with $20,000?Honestly? We don’t really know what we’d do with $20K. I mean… maybe something super adult like paying off bills. You know, revolutionary stuff—electricity, tuition, keeping the Wi-Fi strong. But hey, responsible choices are the new luxury, right?
Colossal is a nationally registered professional fundraiser that inspires people to advocate for themselves and those in need. Through online competitions like America's Favorite Couple, Colossal offers participants the opportunity to make their mark while also making a big impact.
