American Crew Announces Matt Clarke as Newest All-Star
American Crew is proud to officially announce Matt Clarke as its newest All Star. Announced on Monday, 5th May at the Australian Modern Barber Awards (AMBA) in Surfers Paradise, where he also was awarded the 2025 AMBA Modern Barber of the Year award. Matt of Esquire Male Grooming Milton joins the ranks of esteemed Australian All-Stars Mark Rabone, Lino D’Adderio and Gary McKenzie, who collectively bring over a century of experience and an impressive list of achievements to the All-Star cohort. Clarke further strengthens a powerhouse team that continues to set the global benchmark in men’s grooming.
A respected name in the industry, this latest accolade recognises Clarke’s exceptional contribution to the barbering industry both in Australia and internationally. No stranger to success, Matt has over 11 years of hands-on experience in barbering, along with 8 years dedicated to education and mentorship, and was named Australian Barber of the Year in 2023. His career highlights include being a four-time finalist for the Australian Men’s Hairdresser Award, and taking out top honours at the 2022 Mizutani World Cutting Competition, an internationally recognised achievement that celebrates technical excellence and creativity.
Clarke’s versatility as a stylist has seen him work with leading global brands such as ASOS, Topman, GQ Magazine, Adidas, Revlon Professional, Heiniger Professional, and, naturally, American Crew. His work spans high-fashion editorial, commercial styling, and professional education, a testament to his broad skill set and creative vision.
Known for his unwavering dedication and authentic passion for the craft, Clarke has continually inspired the barbering community with his commitment to growth, innovation, and collaboration. His ability to connect, educate and uplift others has made him an invaluable contributor to the American Crew family and a natural choice for this distinguished title.
“We are incredibly proud to welcome Matthew Clark to the All-Star team,” said Phoenix Thompson, American Crew Global Director of Education. “His hard work and passion are a testament to the core values of American Crew, and we look forward to seeing his continued contributions to our brand”.
American Crew congratulates Matt Clarke on this well-earned achievement and looks forward to the continued impact he will have as a leader, educator, and creative force within the global grooming community.
