Celebrity Hair Stylist and Beauty Brand Entrepreneur John Frieda Dies

Celebrity hairstylist and beauty entrepreneur John Frieda died on Tuesday at the age of 75, leaving behind a global empire of hair products and a legacy of shaping decades of fashion.

His death was announced in an Instagram post by his London hair salon, though the specific cause of death was not disclosed by representatives.

Born in London in 1951 to a father who owned a local salon, Frieda built a career that served elite clients and created iconic looks for decades of entertainment figures.

His early work placed him among the most sought-after stylists in Britain, cutting hair for figures including Princess Diana, Mick Jagger, and Jackie Kennedy Onassis.

“It is with heavy hearts that we share the news that our dear John passed away peacefully ….surrounded by his family,” the salon statement said.

The tribute from his salon staff continued by praising his mentorship and enduring influence on the beauty industry.

“John was more than a mentor to us; he was a true icon of the hair industry,” the statement added.

Frieda opened his first central London salon at age 25, eventually expanding locations to Los Angeles, New York City, and other international destinations.

In the 1980s and 1990s, he transitioned from salon styling into product development, launching the widely popular Frizz Ease serum and building a massive commercial enterprise.

He and his business partner sold the haircare company to the Japanese conglomerate Kao for $450 million in 2002.

Frieda was married twice, first to Scottish singer Lulu from the 1970s through 1990, and later to Avery Agnelli, whom he wed in 2019.

“Today we lost the best man to ever exist,” said Asia Agnelli Lagrange, his stepdaughter, in a brief online tribute.

Family members have not yet announced funeral arrangements or memorial service details.