Why Do Celebrities Get Such Horrid Tattoos? | Tattoo Artists React

With all of the money in the world at their disposal, celebrities should only be getting amazing tattoos. But as a person with eyes I'm sure you've noticed that this is rarely the case. Celebrities end up with some of the worst, idiotic and poorly-done tattoos on Earth. The million dollar question is-why? We asked our panel to try to suss out why exactly the most privileged folks to walk this Earth consistently end up getting tattooed by kitchen magicians.
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[@EurydiceAllAlong]

Good tattoo artists are usually booked well in advance and they want a tattoo whenever it's convenient for them. It's that instant gratification feeling

[@NickWavvy]

Nah but the artists def jus let the celeb right on

[@EsmeraldaWolfsbane7777]

I have gotten tattoos from a well known tattoo artist and they aren't all booked up for years, some people now can't afford tattoos because of the economy so my tattoo artist has some free time.

[@mrfugazi6713]

I think your right, it takes quite a while to get into a tattooist nowadays, I’ve just turned 60 years of age and I’ve just had my complete back piece tattoo it took a while to get my first appointment and it took 25 months almost to the day, but celebrities probably do think that they are more important than everyone else and expect the tattooist to drop everything and do their tattoos, I think the worst tattoos that I’ve seen on a celebrity has to be David Navarro, for a rock star with loads of money you would think he’d get some decent tattoos.

[@nameless568]

acc a smart answer

[@DaddychiLL6]

Never understood it like tf

[@Ashley-vw3rs]

It’s such a head scratcher. These celebs can literally go to any tattoo artist in the world and have the money to pay for any tattoo. There’s dream tattooists that I would love to be tatted by but they’re always on the other side of the globe. And I get the convenience thing though

[@maenad1231]

Many Celebrities probably aren’t prioritizing quality because they have so much money that they can be used to always prioritizing speed & convenience. I don’t think trying to book appointments and compromising with an artist who has pride in their work is very appealing. I think they’d rather just pay some dude/chick they know to agree to fly out & tattoo whatever they’d like on them at a moments notice even if they’re on tour or something

[@Wolfsong27FlyHalfFullHeart]

You know not every great tattoo artist is in USA…there are many fantastic artists is a lot of countries you just have to do your reserch

[@Ashley-vw3rs]

@@Wolfsong27FlyHalfFullHeart I know. That’s what I’m saying. Not everyone has the money and the means to fly to another country to be tatted by artists that they love. Celebrities do.

[@teamtim87]

"You want a water?" 😂

[@emilypadden6406]

I laughed! Love him!

[@kaleighcleveland7897]

God he is so funny 😂😂

[@ndtcssh]

Honestly, I think it’s because they just simply don’t want to wait for an appointment with a good artist. I feel like most celebrities expect tattoo artist to drop everything for the “privilege” of tattooing them. That being said, Cardi’s peacock rework was so fucking well done 🥰😍

[@Trevorjennings679]

Hello Danny, how are you doing today, hope you’re fine and safe from the Virus?

[@raymondwestley332]

Hello Danny

[@tabithacatnip]

Sean Penn beat his wives... That's what's wrong with him lol.

[@raymondwestley332]

Hello Marissa

[@SammiEffinG]

it's got to be because no one is saying no or maybe that's not a good idea! everyone nods and smiles

[@MrPokemonisawesome]

I don't get the hate of shops that do walk ins, I have had loads of tattoos from places that do walk ins and they were all great experiances,unless it's a big custom piece that's going to need to be saved for Walk in shops are great

[@pitymode]

Whoever edits these videos, I love you.

[@bertkesurf]

A small part of it could be that because they travel for work, it could be difficult to book out an appointment months ahead, and then they have a job on location so they can't make it.

[@mr.sushi2221]

Hit her up Chris! Haha

[@KaitlynGrace80]

Dude I totally understand Julie Andrews. I’ve met many celebrities. It’s true that many of them want to be treated like normal people but her? No. I would be freaking out.

[@michaelcorrigan6577]

Who's Julie Andrews?

[@emilypadden6406]

@@michaelcorrigan6577 Mary Poppins, she's in the Sound of Music, the stage version of My Fair Lady, the voice of the Queen Mum in Shrek, she's the Queen in all the Princess Diary Movies, she's in Victor/Victoria...

[@wrxzboost]

had to google her...didn't know anyone knew her. but i wouldn't tattoo her because of her wrinkly skin.

[@jax422]

Because good artists don’t take walk-ins or answer house calls at 3am. Most celebs don’t plan their tattoos in advance. They also all like to use the same artist, like Bang Bang, even if the artist isn’t great.

[@ParadeofCrows]

There are definitely good artists that take walk-ins, not house calls though.

[@jax422]

@@ParadeofCrows Maybe when they are first getting started or if they are in a remote area, but established artists require appointments and really good artists book out far in advance. Artists like John Lin have 3 year wait lists.

[@ParadeofCrows]

@@jax422 I just think you're very unfamiliar with classic tattoo culture if you honestly think that all artists that take walk-ins are bad. it seems to me like youve bought into the celebrity tattoo artist narrative that inked likes to sell. There are plenty of very good artists that aren't backlogged for months popularity =/= talent at least definitely not always, this is how people end up supporting the same "award winning" tattoo artists and end up getting completely ripped off for standard levels of work. Inked magazine and the tattooers that pedal this narrative would have you believe you should be paying 1000$ for a 3 inch photo-realistic uninspired mediocre design lol

[@jax422]

@@ParadeofCrows It’s not about celebrity tattoo culture. Classic tattoo culture doesn’t exist anymore. Tattoos are main stream. There are more and more people getting tattoos and talking about artists everyday. Word of mouth travels fast. I live in a major US city. As soon as someone discovers a great artist, word of mouth spreads through the area and they are booked solid for the next 6 months. You walk into any shop, the only people taking walk-ins are the trainees, new hires (new to the shop/area), or artists that lack certain skills. In the current culture, good artists don’t stay undiscovered for long.

[@ParadeofCrows]

@@jax422 This is a shit take. I also live in a large city. This is not how things are you can find plenty of good full fledged artists doing walk ins as long as you go to a good shop lol, you can also book appointments with these people. "Tattoo culture doesn't exist anymore" says someone who clearly has very little experience with tattoos. Outside of celebrity tattoo artists and inked magazine. Alright bud - you are delusional, celebrities get shit tattoos because they find artists willing to do housecalls or go to artists with hella instagram followers because they think thats indicative of quality, have no regard for pricing or anything they just take whatever some other celebrity endorsed tattooer is willing to slap onto them.

[@aliciaf1055]

I heard a theory that it's because they have enough money to view it as temporary because they know they can afford the laser. Not so sure about that though - surely there would be more of them getting the bad tattoos lasered?

[@Trevorjennings679]

Hello Alicia, how are you doing today, hope you’re fine and safe from the Virus?

[@raymondwestley332]

Hello Alicia

[@joseveijanen6520]

I would like to know what they think of Ninja`s tattoos from Die Antwoord.

[@rwb3562]

They go to so many parties that have tattoo artists sculking about and end up getting crap spontaneously

[@RyokoInk]

I immediately thought Shia when they asked what celebrity wouldnt you tattoo lol

[@raymondwestley332]

Hello Kyle

[@garybarrel6822]

Should do why do great artists have bad tattoos because most of them do have absolute crap tattoos fact

[@KM-rh4zl]

I’m the type of guy who’d walk into a shop asking for a really bad tattoo 😅

[@2120musiclover]

That one girl doesn’t seem to know that Bieber goes to Bang Bang. That’s what really made BB famous. Also, the work from that studio is extremely overrated and overpriced too.

[@hugobourgon198]

I think, in a world where it is easier than ever to have good tattoos, bad tattoos make you underground and unique. It does attract attention and generally they have a weird and funny history.

[@brianporter186]

5:33 wrong they do go to bang bang and he still gives em a shitty Tattoo

[@nickj12]

Exactly

[@milliesaysokboomer]

Bang bang isn’t shitty. You guys only expect to see non mini realism or trad to be good, news flash other styles can be good too

[@brianporter186]

@@milliesaysokboomer bang bang is 1000% shitty Bold will hold those little Fucking line work drawings won’t sorry not sorry been like that for decades and it’s not changing anytime soon

[@sphynxeastwood]

Cause they get them at young age plus they are always around yes men.

[@chaos1061]

I agree with the one guy, I feel like celebrities are at that point where there sort of stubborn, like they want what they want their not there to listen and wait if they want the tattoo right at that moment and the artist wants to change it a little they get pissy and leave lmao

[@juliet9670]

the lack of planning hahahaha

[@saltycalmonds]

Being absolutely covered is just a status symbol, especially within football and basketball. They really don’t care what they’re getting so long as they can be recognizable as “in” with the group. Dare I also say that a lot of them excel in what they do but aren’t necessarily the “brightest” up there?

[@morganw2492]

I think that's also why you see so many of them with sleeves that are full of clouds or other fillers

[@xxzcfdxc]

Same goes for dudes in the military Especially the not to bright part lol

[@thewolftitangg]

I think they might have gotten some of the tattoos before they had a lot of money but now they don't have time to do anything about the bad tattoo. They could also not have a lot of time and be stubborn and have someone rush their tattoo and it comes out bad

[@eleanorrarity6498]

The second to last artist was very eloquent, and I 100% agree with her approach 😊

[@rockhoundcustomjewelry]

Got all the money an honestly time in the world to get fire tats from anybody in the world they want. But nooooooo they get rushed eh-HORRIBLE!!! Tats instead that "means something to me and my family" or "it's cute" or "it made me look hot/cool" to commemorate the occasion between work and more work.......why not wait to get it when your not busy? Why not make time for it? Artist will fly out there to u an set up for some extra bread an I know they can afford that shit. Idk man it makes no sense.

[@nickadkins7765]

Dang RIP Aaron Carter though

[@kajahansen24]

If I was a artist I would not able to do Becky Lynch, Jeff Hardy or Seth Rollins because I love them all

[@hattarapilvi]

i think they just dont know enough about tattoos. most people that dont do their research think that it literally doesnt matter what artist you go to. like i guess they think ALL tattoo artists are talented? being a celebrity doesnt make you educated about tattoos.

[@likeprincetj]

9:00 finally someone said it

[@XspacejockeyX]

You guys should react to metal musicians tattoos!!! You could do some of the older guys like lemmy and ozzy and show some of the new guys like Mitch lucker and Alex terrible!!

[@peterbusly6354]

Not had one yet! Just jewellery, Still thinking about it.

[@ts1331ts]

The last girl 👏🏼

[@mrfugazi6713]

The worst tattoos I’ve ever seen on a celebrity belongs to David Navarro, for a rock star and with loads of money you would think he’d get some decent tattoos.

[@magick7278]

Funny how a 24yo dirt ball from Ohio has better tats than 95% of celebrities

[@b.kenealy]

R.I.p Aaron carter

[@isthisnametaken9965]

I like how everyone in the comments is assuming so much about other peoples life’s 😂😂

[@BeeDotEee]

My unqualified opinion is its semi intentional to create that gritty real history vs insane success contrast. Faded hand drawn mess next to a patek philippe watch sort of thing

[@BeeDotEee]

@Aleesha Tattooing is a profession in that people be willing to pay for a level of performance in a particular skillset. This is 100% based on judgement. Friend of a friend with an Amazon starter kit and no photographic proof of works - I'm judging you negatively. Clean professional shop and a good reputation and tons of proof of your work - I'm judging you favorably.

[@BeeDotEee]

@Aleesha :) I said unqualified in a polite kind of way. I have an opinion but im certainly no expert. Probably just trying to stay out of arguments. These are good points and it made me think. There are a lot of these "expert reacts to celebrities bad something" vids that are just mean for views but there are some where the expert critique has helped a lot. This Irish nutter for example with the Binging with Babish guy kzbin.info/www/bejne/poKwppeBmbmXmpo&ab_channel=NicoLeonard

[@ScamLikely9327]

Shout out to getting good tattoos.

[@nickj12]

6:51 who did they say?

[@vesper_bb]

i came here to find out too, someone @ me with the answer pls luv u

[@ChiefMoonChunks]

@@vesper_bb What they said, @ me. I can't read lips

[@Gamefan86]

Because they thought they were good artists. Duh.

[@nikitalaptsevich8891]

One thing I like about this video is these guys talk so much crap about what these celebrities like, meanwhile half of them have worse tattoos than I've seen on most people 😂

[@renetrujillo6156]

Funny how this tattooers talking smack about bad tattoos and almost all of them with bad, mediocre, lame tattoos , sad how tattooing has become this , i'm a tattoo collector and i never slam People for the tattoos they get , this is the perfect example of delusion, crazy,

[@CyborgSlayerNila]

"You wanna woudder?"

[@jaycrabs420]

Ummmmm.... instagram! Every tattoo artist thinks that their good. Truth is 10% are good.... the rest are just full of themselves

[@SS-L.O.T.O.]

This all goes towards the fact you don't listen to celebrities about politics because they live a very different life than the rest of us. You don't want life advice from sheltered people.

[@kimberlyh.1090]

Easy: they're narcissistic (or lean narcissistic) and want things done THEIR way, RIGHT now, and they want the aesthetic of being tattooed. Good art takes time (and planning) that they're not willing to wait for.

[@raymondwestley332]

Hello Kimberly

[@classmst89]

Honestly my thoughts are if someone likes it on their body its a good tattoo. Yeah there are ones that were done badly, like the needle working being too heavy and scarring or to light and faded, but if the person likes their own tattoo its good in my book

[@uzibitch1]

That doesn't make sense.

[@classmst89]

@@uzibitch1 if you cant understand what i said then thats a you problem lol

[@qianachee842]

Jose aldo ufc fighter Has new full sleve tattoo Should inked up that story

[@Trevorjennings679]

Hello Qiana, how are you doing today, hope you’re fine and safe from the Virus?

[@qianachee842]

@@Trevorjennings679 hey trevor i’m good and health. How are you ? And how do you do ?

[@Trevorjennings679]

@@qianachee842 I’m fine Qiana, thanks for asking😊. I hope you’re having a nice and a wonderful day today?

[@qianachee842]

@@Trevorjennings679 yup today is great Hope you enjoy the best sunday trevor God bless

[@Trevorjennings679]

@@qianachee842 Yes😇. Please Qiana, I will like to know where you’re from.. I hope that’s fine with you?

[@vincentlatham425]

You want a wooder?

[@carsondees7175]

Not too bad but when it’s all really nice idk it just looks feminine to me I kinda like bad a little

[@r.dinesh5026]

🔥💯🤣

[@off2geo]

...honestly, I don't give a shit about celebrities' tattles.

[@Oct8pus]

I think these people just have bad taste. They can’t recognize a bad tattoo when they see one

[@AnubianOddity]

Hip Bean's tattoos are incredbile

[@EsmeraldaWolfsbane7777]

Who's to say what's horrid or what isn't.? I guess I got my tattoos for me and not society cause I don't do things to impress others if so I wouldn't have a tattoo of a witch, unicorn, cats etc I get tattoos because I like them, people stop living for societys expectations already it's tired...

[@Maudtattoos]

I got my tattoos for me too….but I want them too look good though, anybody can get whatever they want on their body….but if it looks like straight up booty then it’s kinda hard not to notice a bad quality tattoo. And there is definitely a way you can tell between a good quality tattoo and a bad quality tattoo.

[@Barbievel]

@@Maudtattoos you’d be surprised. I’ve seen so many awful tattoos posted on fb and everyone hypes them up and I’m like, every line is blown out, ahhh!!! Lol

[@EsmeraldaWolfsbane7777]

@@Barbievel all tattoos will get blown out with time I'm not going to keep tattooing over to keep up with societies expectations I have gotten tattoos by very famous people here in Nyc and some people wouldny like my tattoos and taste but again I live for me, and I don't live for tattoos either but that's just me. I don't want to HAVE to fit in because we got enough of that already out there.

[@EsmeraldaWolfsbane7777]

@@Maudtattoos you will never please everyone you could have the most beautiful tattoo and a douche with tribal done in the back of a barber shop will tell you oh I don't dig that...it's best not to give AF. In my book

[@GODAIM-ANDY]

​@@EsmeraldaWolfsbane7777 I don't have tribal but I dont think tribal = douche.

[@milliesaysokboomer]

A lot of celebs get micro realism like Brooklyn Beckham or an illustrative style like Justin Bieber. I think these two dudes have awesome tattoos but a lot of people disagree. It’s just the style of tat you’re used to seeing just remember just cause it’s not a style you like doesn’t mean it sucks. But otherwise I agree lots of celebs have sucky tats

[@tonyryder5644]

For a group of people that always says how they aren’t judgemental and how people shouldn’t judge people with tattoos , there seems to be a lot of judging going on with these artists.

[@I_Scorched_You]

This channel blows

[@rwb3562]

My thoughts on every video....

[@bubbaluvv]

tattoos speak volumes, you cant paint your face brown for Halloween but you can tattoo yourself black permanently and its cool cause its art