Nigel Barker Helps Macy's Celebrates Asian Pacific American Heritage Month

This May, photography and fashion are in focus as Macy's celebrates Asian Pacific American Heritage Month with Nigel Barker. Barker will visit six Macy's stores across the country to discuss fashion, photography and his heritage. Of Sri Lankan descent, Barker has been internationally celebrated for his photography and creative presence in all areas of the fashion, beauty and entertainment industries.

"Macy's is thrilled to partner with Nigel Barker to celebrate Asian Pacific American art, culture and heritage in stores nationwide. Barker represents the strongest voice and point of view in photography and fashion over the past 20 years and we are excited to share his stories and expertise with Macy's customers," said Dineen Garcia, Macy's vice president of diversity strategies.

Barker recently released his second title, "Models of Influence: 50 Women Who Reset the Course of Fashion," profiling 50 women who have influenced the modeling and fashion industries and challenged our perception of beauty.

After 17 seasons as a judge on the hit show, "America's Next Top Model," Barker is now the co-host on the Oxygen Network's "The Face," alongside Naomi Campbell. He published his first book in 2010, "Nigel Barker's Beauty Equation." As a filmmaker, Barker was awarded the Film Heals Award from the Manhattan Film Festival for his fourth documentary "Dreams Are Not Forgotten."

"I am delighted to be collaborating with Macy's to discuss my favorite subjects in the world, fashion, photography and Sri Lanka. Growing up with my Sri Lankan mother working as a model through the 1960s and 70s had a profound effect on my view of beauty and the modeling business at-large, I look forward to sharing my stories," said Barker.

Following the discussion, Macy's will host a customer reception where Barker will sign his most recent book "Models of Influence: 50 Women Who Reset the Course of Fashion."

Below are the stores and select information for Macy's Asian Pacific American Heritage Month events:

Macy's on State Street - Chicago - Wednesday, May 6 at 5:30 p.m.
Macy's Herald Square - New York City - Thursday, May 7 at 6 p.m.
Macy's Metro Center - Washington, D.C. - Friday, May 21 at 5:30 p.m.
Macy's First Colony - Sugarland, TX - Saturday, May 23 at 2 p.m.
Macy's Union Square - San Francisco - Wednesday, May 27 at 6 p.m.
Macy's Beverly Center - Los Angeles - Thursday, May 28 at 6 p.m.

For a complete listing of Macy's Asian Pacific American Heritage Month events, please visit macys.com/celebrate.

About Macy's

Macy's, the largest retail brand of Macy's, Inc. (NYSE:M), delivers fashion and affordable luxury to customers at approximately 800 locations in 45 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and Guam, as well as to customers in the U.S. and more than 100 international destinations through its leading online store at macys.com. Via its stores, e-commerce site, mobile and social platforms, Macy's offers distinctive assortments including the most desired family of exclusive and fashion brands for him, her and home. Macy's is known for such epic events as Macy's 4th of July Fireworks and the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, as well as spectacular fashion shows, culinary events, flower shows and celebrity appearances. Macy's flagship stores including Herald Square in New York City, Union Square in San Francisco, State Street in Chicago, Dadeland in Miami and South Coast Plaza in southern California are known internationally and leading destinations for visitors. Building on a more than 150-year tradition, and with the collective support of customers and employees, Macy's helps strengthen communities by supporting local and national charities giving more than $70 million each year to help make a difference in the lives of our customers.

About Nigel Barker

Nigel Barker has been a force for new ideas in the worlds of fashion, beauty and entertainment for the past 20 years. Of Sri Lankan descent, Barker is internationally renowned for his photography and his creative presence in all areas of the fashion, beauty and entertainment industries resulting in an array of fascinating projects. Nigel's work has included commercials, spokesperson roles, NY Times best-selling books, photographic exhibitions, international editorial assignments, award winning documentaries and the creation of his own show, The Shot on VH1. After 17 seasons as the judge on the hit show, "America's Next Top Model," Barker is now the host on the Oxygen Network's, "The Face," alongside Naomi Campbell.