Graham Nation GoFundMe raises over $170,000 as celebrity hairstylist dies at 39

The sudden death of Hollywood hairstylist Graham Nation has shocked many.

Graham was reportedly at an LA gym when he collapsed and passed away on February 14. After the demise of the 39-year-old celebrity hairdresser, his friends launched a GoFundMe fundraiser to support his wife and son. By the time of this writing, the GoFundMe campaign had already raised $174,563, while its goal has now been raised to $200K.

The fundraiser has been organized by H Wood, who also penned on behalf of Graham’s friends,

“As dear friends to Graham, Tonya and Romeo, we have decided to create this gofundme with the intention of providing support for Tonya and Romeo. With the hope of minimizing the stresses around financial hardships in the harrowing days of healing ahead. As well as to show that she will be carried and supported by all who love her, Romeo and Graham by those known, and unknown alike.”

Graham Nation has a long history of working with celebs like Demi Moore, Jared Leto, Simone Ashley, Marissa Bode, and many more. Barely a week before his death, Graham had also posted about working on his “first-ever Super Bowl commercial.” He served as a hairstylist for Schitt’s Creek star Catherine O'Hara.

After Graham Nation’s unexpected death, many paid their tributes by commenting on his past Instagram posts.

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Many send their condolences after Graham Nation dies following a collapse at a gym

Shortly before his demise, Graham had posted about his work with Wicked star Marrisa Bode. After his unexpected death, many flooded his recent Instagram post with tributes and condolences. TikToker, influencer, and hairstylist Divinity Ray wrote down an emotional message for Graham Nation,

“10 years of knowing you, from cutting hair in our hometown to witnessing you take LA by storm. You were never too busy to be thoughtful. You were never too big to smile at everyone.”

Ray described Graham as the “most incomprehensible artist” and also added,

“Enough talent to have the biggest ego but instead so humble and sweet. I always described you as an angel on earth. I just never thought you would leave this soon. Rest in Power, brother 💔 the world lost one of its brightest lights.”

Makeup artists, influencers, YouTubers, and other personalities such as Sara Hesri, Loren Canby, Dre Ronayne, Emma Willis, Kendal Fedail, and more were among those who commented under Graham Nation’s last post.

Graham was also signed to a New York-based talent agency, The Wall Group. In an Instagram story on February 19, the talent agency paid a tribute to the late hairstylist,

“Graham was a one-of-a-kind soul who impacted every single person he met with his kindness and compassion."

Their message continues,

"We are honored to have been part of his journey and to have helped him share his artistry with the world. -- Our hearts are broken and we will miss him dearly.”

In a separate story, the agency also shared the GoFundMe fundraiser dedicated to Graham.

Graham has left behind his wife, Tonya Brewer, and their six-month-old infant, Romeo. Tonya is an influencer and a makeup artist who has worked with the likes of Kate Hudson, Raegan Revord, Vanessa Hudgens, and more.