article_snippet.sent: Brandt grew up in Weequahic neighborhood of Newark, New Jersey where Brandt parents ran a candy store .
article_snippet.sent: Dr Brandt was highly regarded for Dr Brandt cosmetic work across the industry, with high-profile stars including Madonna, Stephanie Seymour and Kelly Ripa.
article_snippet.sent: Dr Brandt had offices in both Miami and Manhattan .
article_snippet.sent: Dr Brandt worked with stars including Madonna, Stephanie Seymour and Jane Holzer.
article_snippet.sent: There was no lack of movie stars, singers and socialites as well as ordinary Joes and Janes,' Dr Brandt said.
highlights_snippet.sent: Brandt was friends with Madonna and other celebs such as Stephanie Seymour, Kelly Ripa and Joy Behar .