Jessica Braun, known online as JAMbeauty89, was born on January 22, 1989 in Indiana. She is the second youngest of six kids born to her parents, Don and Janice Murphy. From a young age, Jessica showed an interest in the arts, particularly musical theatre. She studied musical theatre for two and a half years at Roosevelt University in Chicago, Illinois before deciding to move back home to Indiana to pursue a degree in elementary education.
After returning to Indiana, Jessica enrolled at IUPUI where she earned her bachelor's degree in elementary education with a minor in music in 2014. Her passion for teaching led her to become a 5th grade teacher, a career she enjoyed for several years. However, her love for makeup continued to grow, leading her to explore different makeup styles and techniques.
It was in college where Jessica's makeup journey truly began. She enrolled in a stage makeup course, which sparked her love for all things beauty-related. She discovered a creative outlet in makeup, using it to enhance her theatre performances and experimenting with different looks. In 2013, Jessica created her beauty-focused YouTube channel, JAMbeauty89, where she began sharing makeup reviews, demos, hauls, and subscription box unboxings.
Over the years, Jessica's channel grew in popularity, gaining thousands of subscribers who appreciated her honest and relatable content. One of her most popular videos, featuring MAC Cosmetics, has amassed over 1.8 million views. In addition to her YouTube channel, Jessica also maintains an active presence on Instagram, where she shares selfies and beauty product recommendations with her 130,000 followers.
In June 2015, Jessica married Tyler Braun, who is also a YouTuber known for his channel TylerTravelsTV. The couple welcomed their daughter, Gigi, in July 2018. Jessica continues to balance her roles as a wife, mother, and content creator, sharing glimpses of her family life with her supportive audience.
Through her dedication to beauty content and her commitment to authenticity, Jessica Braun has become a respected figure in the beauty community. Her passion for makeup, combined with her down-to-earth personality, has endeared her to fans around the world. As she continues to share her love for all things beauty, Jessica's influence shows no signs of waning.