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Revlon Signs Oscar-Nominated Actress

November 20, 2001

NEW YORK, Nov. 20 /PRNewswire/ -- announced today that two time Oscar-nominated actress Julianne Moore has joined the company's exclusive group of spokespeople. Moore, star of the highly acclaimed films ``,'' ``'' and ``,'' will appear in advertising campaigns for the company and will participate in philanthropic efforts dedicated towards the fight against women's cancers.

Moore will appear in various advertising campaigns for the Revlon brand, with the first television commercial scheduled to break nationally in January 2002. In addition, Revlon and Moore have committed to work together towards a common goal -- the fight against breast and ovarian cancers. Moore will participate in select corporate and philanthropic events for the company.

``Julianne is the perfect example of today's modern woman,'' said Revlon CEO and President Jeff Nugent. ``As a beautiful, respected actress and dedicated mother, Julianne balances her hectic schedule with grace and ease. She knows what's important in life and pursues it with confidence and integrity. We're thrilled to have such a remarkable woman representing the company,'' Nugent said.

Moore most recently starred in the blockbuster hit ``Hannibal,'' opposite and Gary Oldham. Her next role will be in the highly anticipated Miramax film, ``The Shipping News'' co-starring , and . The film is scheduled to be released in December 2001.

``I'm very excited to be working with a well-respected company like Revlon,'' said Julianne Moore. ``I have always admired their dedication to women's health issues and their long-standing position as a truly iconic American beauty company. I am honored to be a part of the great work that they do.''

After earning her B.F.A. from University for the Performing Arts, Moore starred in a number of off-Broadway productions and eventually made her way to . In addition to her starring roles in ``Hannibal,'' ``Boogie Nights'' and ``The Big Lebowski,'' Moore has appeared in such popular movies as ``The Lost World,'' ``Magnolia,'' ``The End Of The Affair'' and ``.'' The accomplished actress has received two Academy Award nominations (``Boogie Nights'' and ``The End Of The Affair'') and a Golden Globe nomination (``An Ideal Husband'').

Revlon is a worldwide cosmetics, skin care, fragrance and personal care products company. The company's vision is to become the world's most dynamic leader in global beauty and skin care. A web site featuring current product and promotional information can be reached at http://www.revlon.com . Revlon brands include Revlon®, Almay®, Ultima II®, Charlie® and Flex® which are sold worldwide.