Celebrity hairstylist John Frieda dies aged 75
British celebrity hairstylist and beauty brand entrepreneur John Frieda has died at 75. Known for styling clients like Twiggy, Jackie Onassis, and Mick Jagger, and creating the iconic Purdey bowl cut, he also founded a successful global salon chain and a hair product line. His death was announced by his salon, which praised him as an industry icon and mentor.
Why it matters
Frieda's influence shaped celebrity fashion and the beauty industry for decades, and his eponymous product line remains widely recognized, making his passing a notable event in the world of fashion and beauty.
Image source, Getty Images By Neil Murphy Published 6 minutes ago British celebrity hairstylist and beauty brand entrepreneur John Frieda has died aged 75.
Frieda became a firm favourite with celebrities throughout the 1960s and 1970s, and is known to have cut hair for clients including Twiggy, Jackie Onassis and Mick Jagger.
He was also known for the range of hair products bearing his name, and the iconic Purdey bowl cut which he created for actor Joanna Lumley in 1976.
His death was announced by his hair salon in an Instagram post on Tuesday. , external
"It is with heavy hearts that we share the news that our dear John passed away peacefully ….surrounded by his family", the statement said
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