Joey Camasta is an American celebrity makeup artist and podcaster best known as Snooki’s best friend and co-host.
He began working at MAC Cosmetics in 1997 and later appeared on Jersey Shore: Family Vacation.
Who is Joey Camasta?
Joey Camasta is an American makeup artist, comedian, and podcaster. He co-hosts the podcast It’s Happening with Jersey Shore star Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi.
He began working at MAC Cosmetics in 1997. Camasta later served celebrity clients as a makeup artist.
He also appeared on Jersey Shore: Family Vacation, the MTV reboot of Jersey Shore. The podcast It’s Happening launched in 2017.
In February 2022, he signed a talent contract with Barstool Sports. There, he co-hosts the podcast Out & About with Pat McAuliffe.
Out & About covers gay culture and trending topics.
Early Life of Joey Camasta
Joey Camasta was born on January 3, 1979, in the United States. His father is Joseph Camasta, and his mother is Susan Camasta.
He has a sister named Dana. Camasta started at MAC Cosmetics in 1997, at age 18. He later worked with celebrity clients.
Joey Camasta Age / Birthday
Joey Camasta is 47 years old as of 2026, born on January 3, 1979. His zodiac sign is Capricorn, a sign often linked with discipline and responsibility. He has co-hosted It’s Happening since 2017.
Joey Camasta Ethnicity and Nationality
Joey Camasta is American. He was born and raised in the United States.
Joey Camasta Career
Makeup Artist Beginnings
Camasta began working at MAC Cosmetics in 1997. Over time, he built a client list that included celebrities. He first met Snooki through a makeup booking.
Producers hired him to do her makeup for a photo shoot while she filmed season 2 of Jersey Shore. The two became close friends afterward.
Podcasts and Television (2017-Present)
Camasta and Snooki launched their podcast, It’s Happening, in 2017. The show mixes celebrity gossip, pop culture, and personal stories.
The pair also co-hosted the digital cooking show Cooking in the Crib with Snooki & Joey.
In September 2018, Camasta appeared in season 2 of Jersey Shore: Family Vacation. He has since appeared in several episodes.
In 2022, the friends took their show on the road with the Messy Besties Tour. The tour featured a live episode, a Q&A, and guests such as Deena Nicole Cortese.
Barstool Sports (2022)
In February 2022, Camasta signed a talent contract with Barstool Sports. He announced the deal live on air. He co-hosts Out & About with Barstool’s Pat McAuliffe.
His Barstool bio describes him as a “celebrity makeup artist turned comedian”. Away from Barstool, he keeps active on social media with makeup, style, and comedy content.
Joey Camasta Net Worth
Joey Camasta’s estimated net worth is $6 million as of 2026. His income comes mainly from makeup work and media projects.
He signed with Barstool Sports in February 2022. His podcast It’s Happening has run since 2017. He also toured with Snooki on the 2022 Messy Besties Tour.
Joey Camasta Social Media
Joey Camasta is active on Instagram and X. He uses Instagram under the handle @joeycamasta.
His X handle is @joeycamasta. His Barstool work is covered in this IMDb feature. His X account links to his Instagram reels.
Conclusion
Joey Camasta turned a MAC Cosmetics job in 1997 into a media career that includes It’s Happening, Jersey Shore: Family Vacation, and Barstool Sports.
His friendship with Snooki remains the center of the podcast they launched in 2017.