Allan Mottus, Industry Consultant and Former WWD Beauty Editor, Passes at 81

By Noor Lobad · WWD Beauty · 2026-07-22

According to WWD Beauty, veteran journalist and consultant Allan Mottus died on July 15 following a prolonged illness. After joining Fairchild Publications in 1970, Mottus transitioned from reporting on footwear and fur to establishing himself as a foundational voice in cosmetics

According to WWD Beauty, veteran journalist and consultant Allan Mottus died on July 15 following a prolonged illness. After joining Fairchild Publications in 1970, Mottus transitioned from reporting on footwear and fur to establishing himself as a foundational voice in cosmetics