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‘A true icon of the hair industry’: Celebrity hairstylist John Frieda dies aged 75

The Guardian Business Wednesday 04 November 2026, 09:59 UTC By Caroline Davies 1 min read
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Businessman styled stars such as Twiggy, Madonna and Joanna Lumley and created popular hair care line Frizz EaseJohn Frieda, the celebrity hairstylist who launched his own bestselling hair product range, has died aged 75, it has been announced. In an Instagram post, his salon wrote: “It is with heavy hearts that we share the news that our dear John passed away peacefully … surrounded by his family.

Businessman styled stars such as Twiggy, Madonna and Joanna Lumley and created popular hair care line Frizz Ease

John Frieda, the celebrity hairstylist who launched his own bestselling hair product range, has died aged 75, it has been announced.

In an Instagram post, his salon wrote: “It is with heavy hearts that we share the news that our dear John passed away peacefully … surrounded by his family.

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