Celebrity hairstylist John Frieda dies aged 75

Summary

Celebrity hairstylist John Frieda has died aged 75, according to an Instagram post from his salon, which said he passed away peacefully surrounded by his family. He was stylist to the stars in the 1960s and 1970s, styling figures such as Twiggy, Madonna and Joanna Lumley, before creating a global range of hair products. His blockbuster Frizz Ease line, which he launched, changed his fortunes, and he was described as a stylist to rock stars and royalty.

Timeline

1. The Guardian

   4 Nov 2026, 09:59 UTCSource ↗

   The Guardian reports that John Frieda, a celebrity hairstylist who styled stars such as Twiggy, Madonna and Joanna Lumley and launched the bestselling Frizz Ease range, has died aged 75, with his salon announcing the news in an Instagram post.

2. BBC

   4 Nov 2026, 10:52 UTCSource ↗

   BBC News reports that celebrity hairstylist John Frieda has died aged 75, after being stylist to the stars in the 1960s and 1970s before creating a global range of hair products.

3. NBC News

   4 Nov 2026, 13:30 UTCSource ↗

   NBC News reports that John Frieda, the British celebrity hairstylist behind the Frizz Ease brand, has died at 75, according to a statement posted to his Instagram.

4. New York Times

   4 Nov 2026, 21:23 UTCSource ↗

   The New York Times reports that John Frieda, a celebrity stylist to rock stars and royalty whose blockbuster Frizz Ease product changed his fortunes, has died at 75.