Happy Hour with Kim & Ash

Life Beyond the Lakers: Christy Buss on Dance, Beauty & Building Hedo Skin

Episode Summary

In this powerful episode of Happy Hour with Kim and Ash, they sit down with the incomparable Christy Buss, a woman whose life has transcended the stage, the sports arena, and the business world. From growing up in her mother’s dance studio in St. Louis to becoming a professional dancer, USO tour performer, LA Rams cheerleader captain, soap opera actress, and member of the legendary Lakers family, Christy Buss has lived multiple—and iconic—lives. Now, after a bold career pivot at 60, she’s channeling her unstoppable ambition and passion for helping others into her successful skincare brand, Hedo. This heartfelt conversation explores Christy Buss's journey of reinvention, the legacy of empowering women and youth through dance, and her advocacy for mental health after the loss of her sister. Packed with inspiration, laughter, and wisdom, this episode is a masterclass in living boldly, aging with purpose, and using your story to uplift others. Whether you’re searching for a second act or a reminder that life’s most exciting chapters can begin at any age, Christy Buss’s story will leave you ready to chase your biggest dreams—no matter where you start. Timestamps: 00:00 Finding the phone to silence it 05:52 Starting dance at mom's studio 06:40 Mom's influence and entrepreneurship 11:36 Early sports contest experience 13:44 Feeling out of place on TV 19:09 Becoming a dance captain 20:06 Entertaining troops in the '80s 24:45 Casual conversations with a business mind 29:03 Playing a recurring nurse role 30:22 Choreographing a USO tour with Bob Hope 33:13 The founding of Hito brand 38:06 Learning skincare formulations online 40:40 Using Instagram to boost sales 43:09 The Hedo Mist sunscreen benefits 48:43 Pursuing lifelong experiences 49:16 Anti-aging and skincare discussion 52:23 Staying true to oneself 56:01 Friend's struggle with mental illness Connect with Christy: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christycbuss/ Hedo Skin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hedoskin/ Connect with Kim & Ash: Ash Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleyjacobstv/ Kim Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimtaggartlocker/ Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/happyhourwithkimandash/ Fieldswell Studios Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fieldswellstudios/

Episode Notes

In this powerful episode of Happy Hour with Kim and Ash, they sit down with the incomparable Christy Buss, a woman whose life has transcended the stage, the sports arena, and the business world. From growing up in her mother’s dance studio in St. Louis to becoming a professional dancer, USO tour performer, LA Rams cheerleader captain, soap opera actress, and member of the legendary Lakers family, Christy Buss has lived multiple—and iconic—lives. Now, after a bold career pivot at 60, she’s channeling her unstoppable ambition and passion for helping others into her successful skincare brand, Hedo.

This heartfelt conversation explores Christy Buss's journey of reinvention, the legacy of empowering women and youth through dance, and her advocacy for mental health after the loss of her sister. Packed with inspiration, laughter, and wisdom, this episode is a masterclass in living boldly, aging with purpose, and using your story to uplift others. Whether you’re searching for a second act or a reminder that life’s most exciting chapters can begin at any age, Christy Buss’s story will leave you ready to chase your biggest dreams—no matter where you start.

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Connect with Christy:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christycbuss/
Hedo Skin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hedoskin/

Connect with Kim & Ash:

Ash Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ashleyjacobstv/

Kim Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimtaggartlocker/

Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/happyhourwithkimandash/

Fieldswell Studios Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fieldswellstudios/