World renowned hairdresser and celebrity stylist John Frieda has died aged 75.
Friends, family, and fans have been paying tribute to his legacy as a stylist and household name. Well known for his eponymous haircare line, John pioneered the iconic Frizz Ease range.
In a post on Instagram, his salon shared: "It is with heavy hearts that we share the news that our dear John passed away peacefully ….surrounded by his family."
John was born in London in 1959 and rose to fame working with high-profile clients such as Princess Diana and Joanna Lumley.
His cause of death has not been made public.
Tributes have come flooding in from the hairdressing sector.
Errol Douglas MBE wrote: "I’m in complete shock at the passing of John Frieda. He was a true pioneer, a remarkable man and always so kind and generous with his time."
Cetera Lamb, the creative director for the Mayfair salon, shared: "For 50 years, he led our wonderful salon, leaving behind an incredible legacy of passion, creativity, vision and outstanding hairdressing.”
Please do share your condolences as we pay respect to a hairdressing icon.
Charlotte Grant-West
Charlotte oversees the print magazine, website and social media channels at HJ. With over a decade of experience as a journalist, Charlotte was formerly Editor of Modern Barber and HJ Men, Social Editor at Netmums and Features Writer at Boots Health & Beauty magazine. She loves any products that make her hair bigger and more voluminous, and loves a behind-the-scenes peek at anything hair-related – whether it's a factory tour, BTS on a shoot or backstage at fashion week.
