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Renowned Hairdresser Trevor Sorbie Passes Away at 75

The celebrated stylist, known for the iconic wedge cut, died after a battle with cancer, leaving a lasting legacy in the world of hairdressing.

  • Trevor Sorbie, a pioneering figure in hairdressing, died at 75 after bowel cancer spread to his liver.
  • Sorbie was famous for creating the wedge cut and other trend-setting styles like the scrunch and the wolf.
  • He opened his first salon in Covent Garden in 1979, which became a staple in the fashion and beauty industry.
  • Sorbie founded the charity My New Hair, supporting cancer patients with wig styling and hair loss advice.
  • He was awarded an MBE in 2004 and won British Hairdresser of the Year four times, cementing his influence on the industry.
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