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John Frieda, Princess Diana's hairstylist and beauty mogul, dies at 75
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Key Points:
- John Frieda, the renowned British celebrity hairstylist known for working with Princess Diana and other high-profile clients, has died at the age of 75, confirmed by his salon on Instagram.
- Frieda was celebrated as an iconic figure in the hair industry, credited with mentoring many and creating popular styles such as the "Purdey" hairstyle and the Frizz Ease product line.
- He began his career at 16, worked with celebrities including Madonna and Gwyneth Paltrow, and launched his own successful haircare brand, which he later sold for $450 million while retaining ownership of several salons.
- Frieda was married twice, first to Scottish singer Lulu with whom he had a son, and later to Avery Agnelli, with whom he had two children and a stepdaughter.
- His stepdaughter and salon colleagues paid heartfelt tributes, highlighting his talent, passion, and lasting legacy in the beauty industry; the cause of his death has not been disclosed.
